​Front Line Associate - Zurich

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An der Strass, Horgen, Zürich, CHE
Hybrid
Junior
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
As a Frontline Associate, you'll provide customer service, manage financial transactions, ensure compliance with regulations, and support store operations in a retail setting.
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Job Description

Front Line Associate - Zurich

Location: Retail Store – Zurich - Müllerstrasse 93 
Schedule: Monday-Friday 10.00-19.00h and rotative Saturdays 10.00-15.00h 
Hours: 42.5 per week 

Languages: Spanish, English, German

Western Union powers your pursuit.  
As a Frontline Associated (FLA), you are the face of our brand and the first point of contact for customers in our retail stores. You are responsible for delivering exceptional service while carrying out the company’s core financial services — including money transfers and currency exchange — and supporting additional services made available through our retail network.
You will operate across multiple service channels and assist customers in a professional, secure, and customer-centric environment.
Role Responsibilities 

  • Provide high-quality customer service in accordance with Western Union standards

  • Perform money transfer transactions and currency exchange operations

  • Verify customer identity and ensure full compliance with KYC/AML regulations

  • Manage daily operations through internal systems and service platforms

  • Handle customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints with professionalism

  • Support the delivery of additional service channels offered at the store, including those introduced in partnership with third-party providers

  • Maintain accurate documentation and perform administrative tasks as needed

  • Ensure the store environment is clean, organized, and welcoming

  • Collaborate with colleagues and management to improve service quality and efficiency

  • Occasionally support marketing activities, such as handing out flyers, participating in local events or promotional campaigns, when requested and planned in advance

  • Assisting customers and DHL couriers with sending and receiving parcels via DHL; verifying customer identity; scanning parcel barcodes; entering shipment data into the DHL system; and collecting customer signatures.

Role Requirements 

  • Previous experience in customer service or retail (financial services preferred)

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong sense of responsibility, integrity, and attention to detail

  • Ability to adapt to new procedures and services

  • Good command of English, Spanish and German. Additional languages such as French and Italian will be a plus

  • Comfortable using computers, digital systems, and point-of-sale platforms

  • Availability to work in shifts, including weekends and holidays when needed

Note on Service Scope:
While the primary focus of this role remains on money transfer and currency exchange, you are also expected to support other services provided in-store, which may be added or updated based on company partnerships and business development. These additional services will always fall within a customer service context, and proper training and support will be provided.

Work Shift 

100% IN PERSON - 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. Due to the nature of this role, the expectation is to work from the office full time.  

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 benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment. 

Your Switzerland specific benefits include:  

  • Defined Contribution pension plan 

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. 

Estimated Job Posting End Date:

06-10-2026

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

  • Previous experience in customer service or retail (financial services preferred)
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong sense of responsibility, integrity, and attention to detail
  • Good command of English, Spanish, and German
  • Availability to work in shifts, including weekends and holidays

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.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Leave & Time Off Breadth: Job postings list Flexible Time Off for many U.S. roles and include at least one paid volunteer day. Global benefits materials outline paid time off categories across locations.
  • Retirement Support Retirement Support: U.S. roles commonly advertise a company 401(k) contribution. This feature is presented as a core element of the package for eligible employees.
  • Parental & Family Support Parental & Family Support: Company materials emphasize parental leave and adoption assistance. Education-oriented support such as scholarships and tuition assistance further extends family benefits.

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The Company
HQ: Denver, CO
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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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