Senior Specialist, AML Compliance

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Quezon City, Metro Manila, National Capital Region, PHL
Hybrid
Senior 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
Performs AML and Bank Secrecy Act compliance activities, identifies and escalates risks, conducts public database research, applies policies and procedures, and makes independent decisions. Maintains accurate, timely work in a structured environment while collaborating with teams and communicating effectively. Uses Microsoft Office applications and comprehensive mainframe systems to support compliance operations.
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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:

08-27-2026

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

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent job experience in the financial services industry
  • Two years of experience in Bank Secrecy Act, AML compliance, general compliance, or risk-based compliance
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to identify compliance risks and escalate appropriately
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly structured, deadline-driven culture
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access
  • Experience using comprehensive mainframe systems
  • Ability to make independent work-related decisions using company policies and procedures
  • Strong knowledge of AML risk
  • Strong collaborative and teamwork abilities
  • Ability to work with a high level of autonomy
  • Experience conducting public database research
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

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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