Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Analyst

Performs under continuous alert mode and awareness of the task’s impact. Relates well cross-culturally and cross-functionally to perform responsibilities which are dependent on external input. Perform due diligence for the onboarding, recertification, and periodic monitoring of Western Union agent locations on a global scale. Contributes to the development, implementation and enforcement of policies, procedures, and programs designed to minimize potential money laundering risk within the established strategies of the department.

• Pro-actively participates in team activities and daily operations, including daily huddles, problem solving, idea generation and meetings.
• Conducts due diligence through complex analysis and investigation on potential and existing Western Union agents using Western Union systems as well as reviewing records from public and private databases.
• Follows all policies and procedures established and ensures that the workflow is within established service level agreements (SLA).
• Reviews various cases and alerts for approval/denial or escalations to Senior Management.
• Works cross functionally with teams within AML Compliance organization as well as other business units.
• Assists with training and mentor new team members when needed. Provides peer reviews to support team development and maintain high-quality standards.
• Executes across key components of job performance; quality, productivity and meets daily and monthly organizational goals.
• Determines escalation needs and prepare escalation reports using predetermined criteria to create applicable escalation summary while ensuring compliance with government regulations and securing Western Union AML Compliance standards, company policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains global knowledge of Money Service Business regulatory requirements including the Bank Secrecy Act and other anti-money laundering regulations.
• Independently contributes recommendations to drive process improvements and enhance operational efficiency.

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues, and recommend effective solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, macros, formulas, data filtering, and analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for document creation, reporting, and presentations.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Power BI, with a strong focus on data analysis and root-cause investigation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Access and database management concepts.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is required.
• Must be skillful in relevant systems for monitoring and reporting.
• Will be responsible for detecting suspicious transaction trends and maintain records.
• Must possess well developed interpersonal skills and function in a team-oriented environment.

Nice to have

• Preferred experience in compliance, including knowledge and understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws, regulations, trends, and industry best practices.

• Private Health Insurance (3 options)
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Additional days off
• Wide variety of discounts and special offers
• Free Fitness facilities
• Volunteering activities
• Referral program