AVP, AI Data Governance, Data Management Office

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 Data Management Office is a centralized function dedicated to driving data democratization through high-quality, credible data and effective management of our data architecture and tools. It governs data usage, provides guidance, optimizes data value for smarter decision-making and improved operational efficiency, and ensures compliance with regulatory data governance standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Actively contribute to the development and continuous evolution of the data and AI governance processes and best practices in line with the Bank’s strategies and objectives, along with evolving industry practices
• Perform the assessments and validation of AI models leveraging the use of Veritas Assessment Methodology to ensure compliance with FEAT (Fairness, Ethics, Accountability, Transparency) principles
• Support the Business/Support Unit’s self-attestation on FEAT compliance for the models they own
• Support the development and maintenance of FEAT related guidelines and procedures
• Support the inventorisation of AI models within the Bank
• Support the operation of the Data and AI Committee that governs Data and AI risks
• Support the operationalization activities of Data Governance e.g. cross border data-sharing, Data Governance Embedment through KRCSA etc
• Support the improvement of operational governance of the enterprise data lake, through activities such as enhancing the access matrices, designing monitoring mechanisms on the databases, etc.
• Promote education and develop training, awareness and adoption program of Data Governance disciplines and objectives across the Group.
• Serve as a liaison between business units and technology to ensure data governance requirements are well understood and considered as part of operational prioritization and planning
• Be an agent of change and inculcate data governance culture and discipline across the Bank’s business and technical processes

Job Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Computing or related disciplines with at least 5 years of working experience in the banking industry, or consulting industry with strong exposure to Financial Services
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Data Governance discipline, especially on financial industry best practices and across the regulatory landscape
• Awareness of MAS FEAT principles, Veritas Assessment Methodology and interest in ethical AI practices.
• Ethics, legal, compliance, audit, model validation experience is a plus
• Good project management and facilitation skills, with the ability to manage different stakeholders across the Bank and to navigate through conflicts with ease
• Demonstrated ability as team player and running initiatives independently
• Good written / oral communication skills with strong interpersonal skills

Be a part of 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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