Agent Compliance Specialist

Specialist, Agent Compliance – Vilnius, Lithuania

Have you got what it takes to help us realize our vision of being one of the world's largest FinTech organizations? How about offering up your skills in a global business that is committed to moving money for better? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then it’s time to join Western Union as Specialist, Agent Compliance.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

In this role, you will be a member of Western Union’s Office Network Monitoring and Investigations (ONMI) organization. ONMI conducts in-depth investigations primarily focused on Western Union Networks, Agents, or Agent Owners. The goal is to effectively detect signs of potential Agent complicity and/or training deficiencies to mitigate potential risk to Western Union.

Role Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze potentially unusual money transfer transactions and patterns that may be indicative of money laundering or terrorist financing concerns or have no apparent economic or lawful purpose.

• Analyze elements such as the background and purpose of transactions, collect and document relevant account and transactional data, review and analyze data, conduct due diligence, and make decisions for potential regulatory filing or other compliance/risk concerns.

• Proper documentation of analytical work based on established procedures.
   

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent job experience in AML and/or the financial services industry is acceptable.

• 1 year of experience in any of the following: Bank Secrecy Act, AML Compliance, general and/or risk-based compliance (previous analytical experience is preferred).

• Demonstrate analytical and organizational skills, sound judgment, and attention to details.

• Ability to conduct research and analysis of transactions, clients, customers, and Agent locations to identify money laundering and other potential risks.

• Ability to manipulate moderately sized sets of data to accurately identify risk and escalate based on both predetermined criteria and in certain situations subjective decisioning.

• Ability to work in a fast paced, highly structured, deadline driven culture.

• Basic understanding of trends and developments in Anti-Money Laundering risks and concerns, along with keeping up to date in product use and associated risks .

• Fluent in both written and spoken English, proficient skills in other languages would be an advantage.

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 https://careers.westernunion.com/.

Salary

The monthly gross base salary range is 1258 – 2158 EUR. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies.
 

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 (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). 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 Lithuania specific benefits include:

• Work from abroad possibility

• Extra days off

• Volunteering activities

• Discount and special offers

• 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.

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