AVP Assurance Planning & Support Analyst, TOGA

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

Who we’re looking for

Reporting to the Technology Assurance Domain Lead, as the successful candidate, you will be responsible to support the Assurance Function in maintaining the Assurance Methodology, facilitating annual planning and tracking of assurance activities, and coordinating regulatory inspections and reviews across Group and subsidiaries.

What you’ll do

• Maintain and enhance the Assurance Methodology, including its associated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and templates, to ensure consistency, relevance, and alignment with industry best practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to facilitate periodic reviews and updates.
• Track and monitor the delivery progress of assurance reviews against the approved annual plan for both Group and subsidiaries. Escalate delays and ensure that any changes to the plan are duly reviewed and approved in accordance with governance protocols.
• Coordinate and facilitate the annual risk assessment and assurance planning process across Group and subsidiaries. This includes conducting planning workshops to communicate timelines and expectations. Ensure consistency in risk inputs, alignment with Group priorities, and completeness of planning documentation. Contribute to process improvements by enhancing the quality of inputs and identifying areas for refinement.
• Support the Internal and External Audit Management function, with a focus on coordinating the annual regulatory inspection process and regulatory reviews across subsidiaries. Assist the team lead in tracking requests and responses between country teams and Group, ensuring timely follow-ups and maintaining oversight of submission progress.
• Support the Technology Assurance team in executing assigned assurance reviews. Perform control testing by evaluating control design and operating effectiveness, prepare issue write-ups, and engage stakeholders for discussion and validation.
• Engage actively with team members to promote knowledge sharing and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Undertake strategic initiatives and ad-hoc projects as assigned, contributing to the continuous improvement and operational effectiveness of the Assurance Function.

The knowledge, experience and qualifications you’ll need to succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISA or equivalent are highly desirable.
• At least 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in external or internal audit or risk management functions is required.
• Good understanding of MAS Technology Risk Management guidelines and other equivalent regulations is preferred.
• Experience in usage of data analytics for audit reviews and/or continuous auditing will be a strong plus.
• Familiarity with governance control frameworks (NIST, ISO, CIS, COBIT, SOC 2 etc) would be an advantage.
• Adaptability in multi-cultural settings.

The competencies you’ll need to succeed

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement in delivering assigned responsibilities. Takes ownership of tasks and drives outcomes with attention to detail.
• Translates guidance and strategic direction into actionable plans. Navigates ambiguity with a solutions-oriented mindset and adapts quickly to changing priorities.
• Evaluates issues from multiple angles, appreciates diverse viewpoints, and applies sound judgment in operational and tactical decision-making.
• Perseveres through challenges and proactively raises concerns when needed. Manages conflicts constructively and maintains accountability for deliverables.
• Manages multiple initiatives concurrently, balancing competing demands and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• Works independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and responsibility in achieving team and business unit goals.
• Communicates clearly and professionally in both verbal and written formats. Able to present ideas, share updates, and engage stakeholders across levels.

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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