Senior Specialist, AML Compliance (ILP)
About this role
In this role, you will operate within the Global AML Investigations team (GAI) of the Global Compliance organization. The Global AML Investigations group mitigates money laundering, terrorist financing and fraud related risks to Western Union. This highly visible area is responsible for identifying and analyzing money laundering risk related activity. Key Responsibilities: Conduct complex analysis of alerts concerning patterns and trends associated with suspicious activity related to transactions conducted through Western Union Financial Services Investigate and research the alerted activity using Western Union systems, public databases and records Conduct case-specific outreach to consumers Document findings and make recommendations Document and escalate specific cases to Western Union business partners Identify emerging typologies and determine appropriate strategy using applied knowledge and a wide range of investigative techniques Conduct complex manipulation of data
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent job experience in the financial services industry is preferred
2 years of experience in any of the following: Bank Secrecy Act, AML Compliance, general and/or risk based compliance is preferred
Demonstrated strong analytical and organizational skills and high attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
Ability to identify compliance risks and escalate when appropriate
Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly-structured, deadline-driven culture
Proficient in software applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access
Demonstrated ability using comprehensive mainframe systems
Experience making independent work-related decisions incorporating company policies and procedures
Strong knowledge of AML risk
Team player with strong collaborative abilities
Ability to work with a high level of autonomy
Experience in conducting public database research
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Estimated Job Posting End Date:
08-14-2026This 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.