Senior Manager, AML Compliance

Senior Manager, AML Compliance – Auckland, New Zealand

Are you passionate about preventing money laundering and other criminal activity? Are you interested in being part of a cutting-edge compliance team? Join Western Union as a Senior Manager, AML Compliance.

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As the Senior Manager for AML Compliance, you will play a critical role in the functioning of our AML Compliance department globally to ensure that we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations.

Role Responsibilities:

• You will support the development, implementation and enforcement of policies, procedures, and programs designed to minimize potential money laundering risk for Western Union and its affiliates, within the established strategies of the AML Compliance Department and within the framework of the various regulatory AML regulations.
• You will also help to manage anti-money laundering requirements for assigned agents and sub-agents.
• You may supervise staff, with independent responsibility for regulatory reporting and maintaining relationships with regulatory agencies and agents as well as all the internal stakeholders including the Global Compliance teams.
• Your role also includes coordinating activities with department managers and management outside the Department as appropriate.
• You will be constantly reviewing the AML risk of the company and put in place process to mitigate the risk.
• You will be responsible for implementing any recommendations / guidance received from internal teams including internal audit, regulators and external auditors.
• You will be supporting agents/sub-agents' efforts to comply with company policies and procedures as they relate to anti-money laundering.
• Your task also includes evaluating internal controls and anti-money laundering compliance programs for agents/sub-agents through transaction analyses, compliance reviews and training sessions.
• You will be working with regulatory authorities, financial intelligence units and law enforcement.

Role Requirements:

• 7+ years of relevant experience in complex retail/consumer financial services/payment services organizations with multiple financial products, or a regulatory agency or law firm involving payment services compliance issues relating to anti-money laundering acts, and related laws/regulations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in management or supervisory position with multiple direct reports.
• Bachelor's or equivalent degree and understanding of anti-money laundering regulations within the banking/financial services industry..
• Strong business acumen with a proven track record of delivering results.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

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

Benefits

You will also have access to multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few
). 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 New Zealand specific benefits include:

• 20 days of leave
• Parental Leave
• Health and Wellness Program
• Referral 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.

Estimated Job Posting End Date:

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.