Compliance
Senior Officer, AML Compliance
Overview
At Western Union, we’re more than a trusted name in global payments. We’re moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers.
Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper.
Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we’re committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences.
Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible.
Senior Officer, AML Compliance – Sydney, Australia
Are you looking to play a key role in helping combat financial crime and provide services to help a global financial services company navigate business processes in Compliance? Are you ready to unleash your potential in a global company that is committed to making financial services accessible to people everywhere? Then it’s time to join Western Union as a Senior Officer, Compliance.
Western Union powers your pursuit.
The Senior Officer, Compliance provides AML Compliance support to Western Union, its affiliates and authorized representatives/agents to create and implement programs as well as monitor transactions to ensure compliance with the Anti-Money Laundering Act, Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, and other regulations governing Money Services Businesses.
Role Responsibilities:
- Provides AML Compliance support the business of Western Union and its affiliates to build programs that are following Australia, Pacific Islands, the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, and other anti-money laundering laws as they apply to Money Services Businesses.
- Supports efforts to comply with company policies and procedures as they relate to anti-money laundering, Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF), and Proliferation Financing (PF) regulations.
- Evaluates internal controls and compliance programs through transaction analyses, compliance reviews and training sessions. In addition to standard program reviews, the Sr. Compliance Officer will be assigned tasks that are more complex in nature and non-routine including review of regulatory requirements, referrals from risk management, requiring more advanced analysis, reasoning and judgment skills.
Role Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the Compliance field. Bachelor’s or master’s Degree preferred.
- 4-6 years of experience in compliance, program management, auditing, and risk management. or banking.
- Excellent written and 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 conclusions regarding the status of an agent's compliance program.
- Excellent multi-tasking ability.
- Highly developed and demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills. Good knowledge of Microsoft applications.
- Role also requires having the ability to travel 50%.
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/.
Benefits
You will also have access to 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 Australia specific benefits include:
- Life / Accident Coverage
- Superannuation Plan
- Paid Time Offs
- Employee Wellness
- Global Recognition and Rewards Programs
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.
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Estimated Job Posting End Date:
04-17-2026
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.
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About Western Union
Western Union Company is a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement. Our omnichannel platform connects the digital and physical worlds and makes it possible for consumers and businesses to send and receive money and make payments with speed, ease, and reliability. With our global reach, Western Union moves money for better, connecting family, friends and businesses to enable financial inclusion and support economic growth.
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