UUP AML Operations Intern

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values - Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Description

1. Role Overview The AML Operations Intern supports the design and documentation of the AML processes. This role is designed to give hands-on exposure to real AML/KYC processes while contributing meaningfully to operational efficiency, data accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

2. Key Responsibilities

Project & Operational Excellence • Assist in updating SOPs, Playbooks, and training material for preparer-level activities. • Help design or maintain workflow diagrams, guides, or templates. • Contribute to efficiency initiatives (Excel trackers, automation of manual work, folder standardisation). Participate in internal calibration sessions, AML trainings, and team discussions.

3. Learning Objectives for the Intern

By the end of the internship, the intern will gain:
• A strong understanding of banking AML/CTF obligations, MAS 626 guidelines, and KYC lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience with KYC file preparation, screening, CDD, and EDD. • Skills in adverse media checks, UBO identification, regulatory documentation handling.
• Exposure to a full AML process environment (analyst → reviewer → QC → governance).
• Competency in corporate structures, retail banking customer behaviour, and risk indicators.
• Practical knowledge of workflow optimisation and operational controls.

4. Requirements

A. Education • Polytechnic / Undergraduate currently pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data/Information Management, or related fields. • Fresh graduates awaiting full-time employment may also be considered.

B. Skills & Competencies
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle documentation-heavy work.
• Comfortable analysing data and summarising information clearly.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (Excel formulas & basic data handling is a must)
• Good written communication skills; able to draft concise summaries.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced compliance environment.
• High integrity, discretion with sensitive information, and good work ethic.

5. What UOB Offer
• Structured 12-month training plan with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Exposure to real AML operations and KYC regulatory work.
• Mentorship from experienced KYC Analysts and Team Leads.
• Opportunity to contribute to process enhancements and team projects.
• Experience working in a bank's control function team.
• Strong foundational experience helpful for future careers in Compliance, Risk Management, or Audit.

6. Key Competencies Developed
• AML/CFT understanding
• KYC documentation & screening skills
• Analytical thinking & risk awareness
• Professional business writing
• Operational excellence & process improvement
• Team collaboration

Additional Requirements

Develop, Engage, Execute, Strategise

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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