Associate, AML Compliance

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Quezon City, Metro Manila, National Capital Region, PHL
Hybrid
Entry level
AdTech • Fintech • HR Tech • Payments • Sales • Software • Financial Services
Western Union is a global leader in cross-border and cross-currency money movement and payments.
The Role
Investigates customer transaction histories, conducts AML and KYC interviews, reviews documentation, analyzes potential fraud or suspicious activity, and determines whether customers may continue using services. The role requires frequent inbound and outbound customer interactions, case documentation, productivity and quality performance, multitasking across systems, and ongoing compliance process learning. It is a hybrid position requiring at least three days per week in the office, with night and weekend availability as needed.
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Associate, AML Compliance - Quezon City, Philippines

Role Responsibilities
KYC (Know Your Customer) is responsible for identifying how Western Union services are being used by our frequent customers. As part of the team, you will perform investigation into a customer’s transactional history, interview customers over the phone and e-mail or other off-line applications and make a decision whether Western Union services can be used further.

  • Perform transactional history analysis, due diligence, and AML Compliance interviews to identify potential consumer fraud or questionable activity in an effort to protect customers and the company.
  • Effectively perform inbound and outbound phone interviews (80% of the working time) and offline tasks (20%).
  • During periods when no calls are being received, associates are expected to maintain productivity by reviewing customer information, validating documentation, and completing other relevant case-related activities.
  • Ensure excellent customer service.
  • Deliver high quality and productivity results that meet the identified targets.
  • Learn continuously to enhance AML Compliance products and process knowledge.

Role Requirements:

  • Fluency in English – outstanding verbal, written and listening skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and independent decision making.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
  • Ability to multitask and navigate through multiple systems at the same time.
  • Be available to work night shifts and weekends as required.
  • Experience in customer service and (or) AML Compliance would be an advantage.

Workplace Options

HYBRID - Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS

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. 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 Philippines specific benefits include:

  • Paid sick leave and vacation leave.
  • Health card (HMO) coverage from day 1 of employment – dependents can be covered, subject to the insurer’s review of eligibility.
  • Hybrid working arrangement.

Other Details

We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. 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:

09-30-2026

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.

Skills Required

  • Fluency in English with outstanding verbal, written, and listening skills
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Independent decision-making ability
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
  • Ability to multitask and navigate multiple systems simultaneously
  • Availability to work night shifts and weekends as required
  • Customer service and/or AML Compliance experience

Western Union Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Western Union and has not been reviewed or approved by Western Union.

  • Parental & Family Support Parental leave, adoption assistance, and caregiver resources are described as core offerings, with global programs like tutoring access and family-building support. Scholarship opportunities and tools to find care further signal a family-friendly stance across multiple regions.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off spans categories such as vacation, sick, parental, caregiver, and military leave, with global materials emphasizing broad coverage. U.S. content also references flexible time off for exempt employees, underscoring breadth beyond standard vacation.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical coverage with multiple plan options, life and disability insurance, an assistance program, and wellness tools are consistently highlighted across benefits pages and postings. Risk insurance and mental-health resources are positioned as standard parts of the package.

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The Company
HQ: Denver, CO

What We Do

Western Union is here for what's next. Each day, our diverse global teams invent and build new ways to send, save, and spend money. Wherever our customers are in the world, whatever currency they prefer, we're evolving to meet the demands of tomorrow. When we help make financial services more accessible to people everywhere, we transform lives and communities, positioning us to become the world's most accessible financial services company. That's our vision, and we need talented, forward-thinkers like you to help make it a reality. Our global workforce tackles complex issues every day, making them the backbone of our innovative spirit since 1851. If you're ready to be part of our evolution, apply now.

Why Work With Us

Diversity is a core strength at Western Union, providing the foundation for our corporate values – purpose-driven, globally-minded, and trustworthy and respectful. With a presence in 200+ countries, we are committed to providing a rich and inclusive work environment that reflects each employee’s unique culture, background, and perspectives.

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