Western union

Actively Hiring

Director, Aml Compliance

Sydney, Australia

Full time

Role Overview

The Director, AML Compliance, AMLCO serves as the formally appointed Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Compliance Officer, leading the Australian AML/CTF compliance function and overseeing the implementation and effectiveness of the AML/CTF Program.

About Western union

Western Union is a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement and payments, helping consumers and businesses send and receive money worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the nominated AML/CTF Compliance Officer for WUFSA
Act as primary contact with AUSTRAC regarding AML/CTF matters
Oversee and coordinate day-to-day compliance with AML/CTF legislation and sanctions obligations
Escalate material AML/CTF risks, breaches, and deficiencies to Senior Management and the Governing Body
Provide periodic AML/CTF reporting to Senior Management and relevant governance forums

Requirements & Eligibility

Meet all competency, authority, independence, and fit-and-proper requirements established under WUFSA's AML/CTF Program
Maintain eligibility to perform the role throughout tenure
Extensive experience in AML/CTF compliance and regulatory frameworks within the financial sector

Required Skills & Tech

AML/CTF ComplianceRegulatory ReportingRisk ManagementFinancial Crime RiskSanctions Compliance