VP, Legal

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.

About the Department

The Compliance function is a strategic partner and a trusted business enabler to the Board and senior management. It is our responsibility to ensure that the Group continuously fulfils its regulatory obligations in today’s tight and dynamic regulatory landscape. To do that, we work closely with internal stakeholders to identify and to assess regulatory risks. This collaboration also includes developing practical solutions that integrate regulations into operational requirements as well as actively shaping and promoting stronger compliance culture and literacy in the Bank.

Job responsibilities:

• Providing legal advice and legal drafting on a broad range of matters across Business Support Units, including Technology & Operations, Support Functions (Compliance, Risk, Internal Audit, Human Resources, Strategic Communications, Finance, etc.), and others as assigned by Country Head of Legal.

• Advising on Dispute resolution, Litigation, Outsourcing/Intra-group SLA, Legal reporting, Risk management and others as assigned.

• Assisting Country Head of Legal to provide legal advice and support in Group driven projects.

• Assisting Country Head of Legal to draft legal policies and guidelines.

• Providing update on legal development to protect the bank from legislative risk.

• Undertaking Company Secretariat matters as assigned by Country Head of Legal & Secretariat.

Job requirements:

• A degree in law from a recognized university, preferably Master of Law and/or admitted to provincial bar association.

• At least 10 years of corporate legal experience gained from a combination of private practice and in-house roles, preferably working experience from international or regional banks and law firms.

• Self-motivated, confident, independent and prepared to work hard with a strong track record in managing a broad range of legal issues.

• Excellent writing and communication skills, command of English language will be an advantage.

• Strong interpersonal skill and logical thinking.

• Meticulous and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Knowledgeable about banking and finance law and other corporate law.

• Sound judgement and ability to analyse situations and information.

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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