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Senior Officer, Compliance – Remote Massachusetts
Are you ready to use your compliance skills for one of the world’s largest FinTech organizations? Do you want to work for a global business that is committed to moving money for the better? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then it’s time to join Western Union as a Senior Officer, Compliance!
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Western Union powers your pursuit
Our vision is to be the preferred financial services provider for the underserved – billions of people and businesses with unmet financial service needs. In this crucial role, you will provide anti-money laundering (AML) Compliance support to agents of Western Union to build programs that are in compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA Patriot Act, and other anti-money laundering laws as they apply to Money Services Businesses.
Role Responsibilities
Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.
Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.
Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.
Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/
Salary
The base salary range is $82,000 – 105,000 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary and short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States – Specific Benefits Include
Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
Estimated Job Posting End Date
05-12-2025
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
Senior Officer, Compliance – Remote Massachusetts
Are you ready to use your compliance skills for one of the world’s largest FinTech organizations? Do you want to work for a global business that is committed to moving money for the better? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then it’s time to join Western Union as a Senior Officer, Compliance!
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Western Union powers your pursuit
Our vision is to be the preferred financial services provider for the underserved – billions of people and businesses with unmet financial service needs. In this crucial role, you will provide anti-money laundering (AML) Compliance support to agents of Western Union to build programs that are in compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA Patriot Act, and other anti-money laundering laws as they apply to Money Services Businesses.
Role Responsibilities
- Evaluate internal controls and anti-money laundering compliance programs for agents through transaction analyses, compliance reviews, and training sessions.
- Provide AML Compliance support to agents of Western Union and its affiliates.
- Complete Agent Compliance Engagements on a quarterly target basis and manage case load independently.
- Support agents' efforts to comply with company policies and procedures as they relate to anti-money laundering.
- Responsible for program reviews that are more complex in nature including referrals from agent risk management and financial intelligence requiring more advanced risk assessment abilities.
- Manage compliance relationships and offer compliance support to Regional Agent Networks.
- Collaborates cross-functionally with compliance and non-compliance partners, including Business, Operations, Financial Intelligence Unit and Regional Compliance Support.
- Communicate effectively with Management and Partners to better manage and address identified risks.
- Experience in anti-money laundering (AML), Currency Transaction Report (CTR), Suspicious Activity Reporting System (SARs), Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), or fraud compliance.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or similar fields or equivalent work experience.
- 4 years of experience in compliance, auditing, risk management, or BSA Compliance.
- Excellent verbal communication and training/presentation skills.
- Very strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to analyze, utilize industry standards an employ sound judgment to draw factual conclusions on the assessment of our Agent’s Compliance Programs and identified risks.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is required. Read, write, and speak fluently.
- Independent worker with excellent multi-tasking ability.
- Highly developed and demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft suite of applications.
- Ability to travel/drive up to 50%, predominantly in the Northeast Region of the United States.
- Must have access to a vehicle daily. Expenses are paid.
Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.
Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.
Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.
Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/
Salary
The base salary range is $82,000 – 105,000 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary and short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States – Specific Benefits Include
- Flexible Time off
- Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Parental Leave
Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
Estimated Job Posting End Date
05-12-2025
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
Salary : $82,000 - $105,000
