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Senior Coordinator, Operations (KYC Specialist) – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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 Coordinator, Operations (KYC Specialist) – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Would you like to play a key role in helping a global financial services company grow their business in Asia Pacific? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse FinTech organization which is passionate about serving customers with omnichannel way of accessing remittance services, building market profile and driving growth? Join Western Union as Senior Coordinator, Operations.
Western Union powers your pursuit.
Senior Coordinator, Operations (KYC Specialist) joins our Digital Customer Verification team and will support identity verification and customer due diligence activities for consumers in Malaysia and across the region, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.
Role Responsibilities
- Execute KYC and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) processes in line with regulatory and company standards. Review and verify customer identity information and documentation to ensure compliance and completeness.
- Provide customer support via email or phone on issues related to the digital identity verification process.
- Handle escalated or complex cases and collaborate with Compliance and Risk teams when necessary. Monitor task queues and manage workload to meet internal SLAs and quality standards.
- Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying process gaps and proposing solutions.
- Work across multiple tools and systems to complete verification tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Coordinate with global teams to ensure smooth operations and consistent customer experience.
- Stay up to date with AML/KYC regulatory requirements and operational policies relevant to the Malaysia market.
- Leverage knowledge of procedural governance and change management to support organizational changes.
Role Requirements
- 2+ years of previous work experience in KYC, AML, or compliance operations role is strongly preferred.
- Minimum Qualification required – SPM. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, Economics, or related field is preferred.
- Good communication skills in English and Bahasa. Proficiency in Malay, Chinese, Burmese is an added advantage & preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet performance targets in a fast-paced environment.
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to work independently and within a team.
- Experienced MS Suite user.
- Flexibility to work according to the schedule and can work on weekends.
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 short-term incentives, 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 Malaysia specific benefits include:
- Annual Leave, Sick leave and Maternity / Paternity leave
- Global Recognition and Rewards Programs
- Group Life Policy and Group Medical Policy
- Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Employee Wellness
- Public holidays
This is a comprehensive list of the benefits and that the eligibility for some of these benefits will be subject to insurers or local policy rules.
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, solve problems together, and innovate.
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 for applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
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Estimated Job Posting End Date:
06-05-2026
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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