Director, Counsel, Regulatory Denver, Colorado

Are you ready to bring your skills & experience to a financial services organization that helps people prosper? Are you ready to join a company committed to ensure that every employee feels a sense ofbelonging and is treated fairly? Join Western Union as a Director, Counsel, Regulatory!


Western Union powers your pursuit

Western Union is seeking a high caliber, talented and energetic attorney, with experience in financial services regulation to join our Regulatory Legal team. This attorney will work closely and partner with leaders in the compliance and legal organizations and provide legal guidance related to regulatory examinations, regulatory requirements governing Western Unions products and operations.


Role Responsibilities

Provide world-class legal oversight and direction for Western Union during interactions with regulators around the globe.
Advocate on the companys behalf during regulatory examinations and advise on any remediation projects.
Advise the compliance program on regulatory requirements and expectations related to the operation of its programs, including anti-money laundering, sanctions, consumer protection, anti-corruption and bribery and fraud.
Provide the product legal team with expert advice about how regulations govern our existing and new products, including money transfer delivered across retail and digital channels, digital wallets offering stored value and virtual currency, prepaid products, and check cashing. Familiarity with ATMs, kiosks, and NACHA rules is a plus.
Provide actionable legal advice to help the company remain compliant with regulations while helping to drive optimal outcomes for our customers and the business.
Provide strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders and coordinate with outside counsel.
Research, analyze and monitor new and existing laws and work with outside counsel on discrete matters as needed.


Role Requirements

JD required
5+ years experience


We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere.

Join us for whats next.

Western Union is positioned to become the worlds most accessible financial services company transforming lives and communities. Were 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. Youll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If youre ready to help drive the future of financial services, its time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at (link removed)


Salary

The base salary range is $162,909-217,212 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus long-term and short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates qualifications, skills, and competencies


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((link removed)). 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 United States Specific Benefits Include
Family First Program
Time off
Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
Student Loan Repayment Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Parental Leave

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:06-03-2024
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.