Are you a passionate compliance risk professional with an analytical and data-driven mindset? Are you excited by an opportunity to join an incredibly strong, unified Compliance Risk Assessment team? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then its time to join Western Union as a Manager, Risk Management.


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This position reports to the Leader of the Compliance Risk Assessment function and will primarily be responsible to produce country-level financial crime compliance risk assessments and risk advisory, focusing on money laundering, terrorism financing, sanctions, and fraud. The Compliance Risk Management program is integral to the management of company-wide compliance risk through informed decisions to achieve both short- and long-term strategic goals.


Role Responsibilities


Producing country-level financial crime compliance risk assessments and risk advisory in accordance with the annual risk assessment plan.

Engaging with stakeholders including regional/local compliance and business teams, and global compliance teams.

Performing risk analysis and research, writing risk assessment reports, and presenting results to internal stakeholders.

Supporting the production of compliance risk assessments for Western Union's annual Global Compliance Enterprise Risk Assessment.

Assisting with ad hoc tasks such as targeted risk advisory.

Role Requirements


Experience (3+ years) in Anti Money Laundering Compliance from a financial service or payments background.

Ability to apply risk management concepts and analysis with an analytic mindset.

Can effectively apply working knowledge of Global AML/CFT regulations and standards, current money laundering and fraud schemes, and investigative techniques to effectively identify and mitigate risk to Western Union.

Bachelors degree is preferred or previous experience working in a corporate environment.

Excellent communicator and can build strong relationships.

Strong organizational skills must be multi-tasked-oriented and able to balance pressure and deadlines with constantly changing priorities.

Previous experience with lean and agile working methodologies is also desirable.


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. To support this, we have launched a Digital Banking Service and Wallet across several European markets to enhance our customers experiences by offering a state-of-the-art digital Ecosystem. 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)


Our Hybrid Work Model (Hybrid)

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 at least three days a week.


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 Spain specific benefits include:

25 days annual leave plus 14 public holidays

Comprehensive life & medical cover including dependents.

Contributory pension plan

Preventative Care Assistance program

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:04-29-2024
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.