- Location
- Kuala Lumpur (City Area), Malaysia
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Internship
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Internship
- Experience
- 12+ years
- Source
- Workday
Description
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
Strategize and execute the annual audit plan, ensuring timely completion of audit projects and reports in line with Internal Audit standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
Lead complex audits with a deep understanding of Wholesale Banking operations and products.
Assess business risks and controls, recommending practical, business-focused solutions to enhance risk management and compliance.
Engage effectively with senior management and stakeholders to communicate audit findings and drive improvements.
Influence and negotiate with stakeholders to ensure audit recommendations are implemented.
Demonstrate sound judgment and cultural sensitivity in all audit engagements.
Promote and apply data analytics to improve audit coverage, efficiency, and insight.
Team Leadership Responsibilities
Provide guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to audit team members to ensure high-quality execution of audit engagements.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and professional development within the team.
Ensure team members are equipped with up-to-date knowledge of regulatory and credit-related requirements through regular briefings and refresher training.
Monitor team performance against audit timelines, quality standards, and compliance expectations.
Encourage the adoption of data analytics and innovative audit techniques across the team.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; minimum 12 years of experience in internal audit within a financial institution or audit firm.
Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or equivalent preferred; CBA required within 5 years of joining.
Strong knowledge of credit lending and loan products.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation abilities.
Professional demeanor with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
Proficient in data analytics and visualization tools.
Experience in multinational financial institutions is an advantage.
Demonstrated leadership and talent development capabilities.
Additional Requirements
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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