IT, Management Information Systems
Own Store Support Specialist
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.
Role Responsibilities
At Western Union we are looking for The Own Store Support Specialist, responsible for providing technical support to company-owned retail locations worldwide, ensuring the continuous operation of store technology and delivering exceptional experience to store employees and business partners. Reporting to the Global Own Store Support Manager, this role serves as a key point of contact for hardware, software, and operational technology issues affecting retail locations.
The specialist is responsible for troubleshooting, resolving, and coordinating incidents and service requests while working closely with internal IT teams, vendors, and store personnel to minimize business disruption and maintain technology reliability.
- Provide technical support for company-owned retail store technologies, including workstations, peripherals, point-of-sale systems, applications, network connectivity, printing solutions, and mobile devices.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, and system-related incidents in accordance with established service level agreements.
- Manage and track incidents and service requests through the IT service management platform, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders.
- Coordinate with infrastructure, networking, security, and application support teams to resolve complex technical issues.
- Escalate critical incidents appropriately and assist in restoring services impacting store operations.
- Support store openings, relocations, technology upgrades, refresh programs, and new technology deployments.
- Maintain accurate asset inventory records and assist with equipment ordering, shipping, replacement, and lifecycle management activities.
- Work with third-party vendors and service providers to coordinate repairs, maintenance, and support activities.
- Create and maintain support documentation, knowledge articles, and operational procedures.
- Identify recurring issues and recommend process or technology improvements to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
Customer & Operational Focus
- Deliver a high level of customer service while supporting retail locations across multiple regions and time zones.
- Build strong working relationships with store personnel and business stakeholders.
- Ensure consistent communication throughout incident resolution and service request fulfillment.
- Support business continuity by responding effectively to store-impacting issues and outages.
Role Requirements:
- Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience and/or certifications.
- Minimum of 2 years of IT related experience.
- Fluency in English – both verbal and business writing skills.
- Has strong knowledge of end user hardware and software solutions, Microsoft and Apple products.
Workplace Option
Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. Due to the nature of this role, the expectation is to work from the office full time.
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
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 Singapore specific benefits include:
- 18 days holidays
- Birthday Leave
- Eldercare Leave
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:
10-16-2026
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.
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
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 Singapore specific benefits include:
- 18 days holidays
- Birthday Leave
- Eldercare Leave
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.
#LI-Hybrid #LI-RP
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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.
Western Union Listens
We hold employee surveys through our employee engagement tool, Western Union Listens, benchmarking our results against global peers. We use the results to continually improve our culture and workplace, and encourage managers to review, discuss, and take action on survey findings with their teams.
In 2024, the employee participation rate reached 84%.
Western Union Game Changers Global Recognition Program
Recognition is a critical link to performance, inclusion, diverse ideas, and fostering a workplace where our employees connect, show their appreciation, and feel valued. At Western Union, our recognition is about moments that matter.
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