AVP, Specialized Investigation Team

Support the definition of priority areas for the complex investigations team using a risk-based approach

Provide inputs to the operational metrics tracked for the complex investigations team and work with Management Information (MI) /Reporting team to support monitoring of the efficiency and effectiveness of the complex investigations team and its processes

Interface with key stakeholders within the bank to design and continuously update investigative processes based on existing and emerging AFC risks

Support the capturing and implementation of business requirements for complex investigations, actioning feedback, and refining existing processes

Review work done by Investigators and propose final recommendations on concluded investigations

Quality-assure investigations done by the investigators, ensure that investigative conclusions are appropriately recorded and documented in line with the bank's record-keeping policies

Oversee and ensure the proper execution of established investigative processes and procedures by Investigators

Work closely with the business and other stakeholders at the bank, including to ensure that feedback on business-specific requirements in relation to the team's processes are appropriately received and reflected in the investigations process

Facilitate the flow of feedback to the Analytics team on the usefulness and effectiveness of Analytical model outputs as a model user and from the perspective of complex investigations

Facilitate operational excellence within the team, including by ensuring the flow of feedback within the team (upwards and downwards)

Drive research to identify state-of-the-art investigative and intelligence tools/applications and to adopt such tools/applications in the complex investigations team

Stay up-to-date on macro and local trends in AFC, support the development of intelligence-led strategies to data and analytics, and participate in interactions with industry groups and intel-sharing forums on ongoing dialogues around criminal patterns and behaviors

Support the gathering and collation of intelligence on emerging AFC/AML typologies in areas where UOB has a presence

Manage special projects in response to external (e.g., regulatory) requests or internal intelligence as necessary

Manage a team of high-performing investigators, including defining individual roles and responsibilities; hiring; promotions; performance reviews etc.

Monitors capacity and identifies skills/knowledge gaps to ensure the Team has the required training, skills, experience and capacity

Provide direction to the team as an AFC subject-matter expert and in carrying out their day-to-day functions

Conduct periodic AFC/AML trainings to upskill the complex investigations team

Degree's in Finance, Business or any related field

4 7 years of experience in an anti-financial crime role or in law enforcement, forensic accountancy, compliance, audit, or similar fields where investigative skills and approaches are employed

Deep understanding of AFC/AML risks and challenges faced by the banking industry

Proficiency in investigating and assessing complex financial data as well as business structures and transaction flows, including using tools like MS Excel, Power BI, or other financial analysis tools

Demonstrable experience in managing large and high-performing teams

Experience in preparing succinct, easy-to-read investigative reports with well-reasoned recommendations and actions

Ability to work under tight deadlines, make decisions, and be proactive and self-driven

Ability to exercise strong analytical and problem-solving skills, considerable judgment, and critical thinking in scenarios that are complex and highly sensitive