Specialist, AML Compliance (Japanese Speaker) – Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Analytical and problem solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Detail oriented. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel.  Fluency in English is required and other languages may be required for differing regions.  Must be technically adept and able to be comfortable with systems for monitoring and reporting.  May be required to work shift hours and peak periods.

Specialist, AML Compliance (Japanese Speaker) – Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Are you looking to play a key role in helping combat financial crime? How about unleashing your skills in a hugely successful business that is committed to moving money for better? Join Western Union as Specialist, AML Compliance.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis of issues concerning the patterns and trends associated with money laundering utilizing a wide variety of research tools, systems and criteria. 
• Prepare regulatory reporting as required by law and by the Company's policies and procedures.  May assist in Compliance related calling programs and assist with training and support for new team members or call center staff to ensure Compliance requirements are being met. 
• Key components of job performance are quality, productivity and meeting weekly team goals.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is desirable or equivalent job experience in Financial Services or Compliance industry is preferred.
• In-depth internet research skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Strong prioritization and time management skills.
• Team player with strong collaborative abilities.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, highly structured, deadline-driven culture.
• Experience making independent decisions and working with a high level of autonomy.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel.
• Must be technically adept and able to be comfortable with systems for monitoring and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent reading comprehension skills.
• Customer-centric mindset.
• Fluency in English and Japanese is required.

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 lifeinsurance, 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 interviewprocess or in an offer of employment.

Your Costa Rica- specific benefits include:

• Asociación Solidarista
• In house company doctor services
• Transportation services options
• Referral Program award
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG) and committees to volunteer with
• Pan American Medical and Life insurance
• Cafeteria Discounts

Our hybrid work model

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. 

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

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:

07-06-2025

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.