Officer II, AML Compliance

Officer II, AML Compliance – Lima, Peru

Are you looking to play a key role in helping tackle money laundering and other financial crime? Are you ready to unleash your potential in a global business that is committed to moving money for better? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive?  Then it’s time to join Western Union as an Officer II, AML Compliance.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

Working together with a team of specialists, in internal controls, compliance, AML and risk areas, reporting suspicious activity, conducting investigation, working on projects and providing feedback for process improvement.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide clients with market information and global economic news to help influence their cash flow,
• Provides AML Compliance support to agents of Western Union and its affiliates to build programs that are following the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, and other anti-money laundering laws as they apply to Money Services Businesses. Supports agents' efforts to comply with company policies and procedures as they relate to anti-money laundering.
• Primarily through telephone conversations evaluates internal controls and anti-money laundering compliance programs for agents through transaction analyses, compliance reviews and training sessions.
• Responsible for follow up with agents concerning review findings.
• Provides Regulatory Compliance support to build programs that follow local and global regulation as they apply to Money Services Businesses.
• Supports team to comply with company policies and procedures as they relate to the products and service offered by Western Union in Peru. 

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in economics or related, and 3 or more years of experience in the Foreign Exchange industry within a sales-focused role. CAMS or CFCS certification is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in compliance, auditing, risk mgmt. or banking with a minimum of one year’s experience in BSA Compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Very strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to analyze, utilize industry standards and employ sound judgment to draw conclusions.
• Excellent multi-tasking ability, proactivity, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational & interpersonal skills with customer-centric mindset and service-oriented attitude.
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications and Lotus Notes, and AML and Risk related systems.
• Fluency in English (mandatory).

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 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 Peru-specific benefits include:

• Comfortable facilities, lounge space, BBQ terrace, dining hall
• EAP – legal, psychological, and financial employee assistance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Cancer Insurance

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 for applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

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Estimated Job Posting End Date:

09-30-2025

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.