Compliance
AML Compliance Officer – Hamburg area
Role Responsibilities
- We’ll be looking to you to support our agents and affiliates to build anti-money laundering (AML) programs to make sure they comply with regulations.
- You will do this by conducting on-site inspections and supporting the agents to implement AML practices and procedures. Where required, you will provide training and resources for agents to help them comply and evaluate the robustness of existing controls.
- You will analyze agent transactions, report any suspicious activities and work with law enforcement when required.
- You will partner closely with your local AML team to assist them in the overall development of AML programs and initiatives.
- You will build strong relationships with your agents as you will also perform remediation to make sure any issues have been resolved and the agent is fully co
Role Requirements
- AML compliance experience , investigations, or risk-based role previously within financial services
- Career changer from commercial or legal sector, administration or similar are also welcome.
- As you will be conducting on-site visits, you will need to travel extensively and therefore will need a clean driving license.
- Company car is provided
- Excellent communication skills are a must as you need to deliver effective AML training to a wide audience.
- We need you to have strong interpersonal skills and customer service experience.
- You will have an analytical mind and be comfortable in using Microsoft Office.
- Fluency in German (native or C1) and good English skills is a must for this role. A good level in Turkish would be a plus. Besides regular traveling to agent locations, this is a combination of home office and office work.
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, 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 below benefits specific to your location and note that your recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your Germany specific benefits include:
- Defined Contribution pension plan
- Group Life policy provided via the pension plan
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.
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:
06-06-2025
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.
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.