AML Compliance Officer – based in Paris, France

JR0126827

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Hybrid arrangement: office presence required three days weekly

Western Union powers your pursuit.
As AML Compliance Officer you will reinforce the French Compliance team and contribute to shaping a robust and innovative compliance culture within Western Union, particularly in France, by performing network compliance checks and training, detecting, analyzing and reporting suspicious activity, in accordance with WU policies and procedures, and within the framework of AML-CFT. Key to meeting these requirements is your ability to use a wide variety of research tools, systems, and criteria.

Role Responsibilities

• AML Compliance and Risk Oversight: Participation in the detection, analysis and reporting of suspicious activity, in accordance with WU policies and procedures, and within the framework of the AML-CFT.
• Training and Awareness: Providing support and training to Western Union Agents to implement an effective AML/CTF and anti-fraud Compliance program.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct research and analysis of complex, critical issues concerning the patterns and trends associated with risk of money laundering and any other potential financial crimes related to Western Union services.
• Ensure a legal watch: Review of local and global policies and procedures to ensure consistency with AML Compliance and legal requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with various departments and process regulatory authorities' requests to ensure group-wide compliance and operational success and explain AML/Compliance topics to third parties and assess compliance reports and communications.
• Keep learning: Participation in workshops and meetings related to the reporting activity.

Role Requirements

• Higher education in Law, Banking, Insurance, or Business Management.
• Fluent in French and English (oral and written).
• Over 3 years of expertise in AML Compliance, particularly within financial/banking intermediaries and consultancy firms.
• Strong ability to interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Skilled at working both independently and collaboratively in multinational, multicultural environments, with a strong sense of ethics and diplomacy.
• Highly motivated and committed to continuous learning in AML Compliance; team-oriented and focused on collective success.
• Proficient in identifying AML Compliance risks and escalating issues appropriately.
• Analytical, organizational, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Effective problem-solving and ability to provide constructive feedback.
• Proven ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including authorities, customers, and agents.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel).
• Discreet, confidential, and trustworthy in all professional interactions.

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

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 below benefits specific to your location and note that your recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your France Specific Benefits Include

• 25 days annual leave – plus 11 public holidays
• Comprehensive life & medical cover
• Luncheon Vouchers

Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

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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