Junior AML Compliance Specialist - Paris, France
I60 WUPSIL Office France
Le poste en détail
Please APPLY with an ENGLISH version of your CV
Hybrid mode – 3 days per week at the office
Western Union powers your pursuit
As a Junior Compliance Specialist you will reinforce the Compliance team by supporting and overseeing adherence to the business' AML-CTF program.
Western Union powers your pursuit
As a Junior Compliance Specialist you will reinforce the Compliance team and contributes to the smooth running of WU's compliance program, the performance of network compliance checks and training, the detection, analysis, and reporting of suspicious activity, in accordance with WU policies and procedures, and within the framework of AML-CFT.
Role Responsibilities
AML Compliance and Investigation: follow the recommended standard investigation steps, review and submission of regulatory compliance reports. Management and follow-up of compliance committees. Detection, analysis, and reporting of suspicious activity, in accordance with WU policies and procedures, and within the framework of AML-CFT.
Procedures and Standards: follow AML policies, procedures, and standards.
Stakeholder relations: process requests received from different departments. Coordinate with internal teams to gather and provide necessary documentation and information. Assist with compliance program reviews of network and independent locations.
Keep Learning: Monitoring France regulations on Compliance & AML matters.
Role Requirements
Higher education (e.g. Law, Banking, Insurance, and Commerce).
Fluency in French and English languages (oral and written).
+1 year of experience within the AML Compliance field and understanding of conducting AML risk assessments.
Ability to understand and apply complex legal regulations.
Ability to write clear, concise, and detailed suspicious activity reports.
Ability to work in a team and independently.
Discretion and confidentiality.
A mastery of Microsoft Pack Office (including Excel).
Willing to travel up to 10% within the Paris area – driving license is a plus.
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/.
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 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.
Estimated Job Posting End Date:
04-30-2026This 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.