Director of Compliance and Regulatory Strategy

4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Western Union Full time

Lead a cutting-edge compliance team at Western Union

We are seeking an experienced Director, AML Compliance to join our Sydney-based team. As a key member of our compliance department, you will be responsible for providing guidance and advice on regulatory requirements and policies to business teams.

About the Role

  • Provide expert compliance advice and guidance to ensure alignment with enterprise policies and local regulations.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement proactive compliance strategies.
  • Develop and execute the Compliance Program across the Oceania and Philippines region.
  • Stay up-to-date with regulatory trends, laws, and changes relevant to the country, including AML and Sanctions laws.
  • Communicate policy updates and upcoming regulatory changes to the business.
  • Manage ad-hoc queries from stakeholders, regulators, and CLS BU leads.
  • Analyze management information and deliver Compliance reports to stakeholders.
  • Support the VP, Head of Compliance for APAC in wider projects.
  • Proactively manage tasks to resolution and maintain expertise in allocated field responsibilities.
  • Establish strong relationships with internal stakeholders and provide guidance and development as required.
  • Collaborate with the APAC Compliance team on work planning, objectives, deliverables, and performance.

Requirements

  • Degree holder with 10 years of experience in complex retail/consumer financial services/payment services organizations or regulatory agencies/law firms involving payment services compliance issues.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a management/supervisory position with multiple direct reports.
  • Experience working in anti-money laundering compliance, general compliance, or risk-based compliance.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization.
  • Diplomatic sensitivity and ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
  • Legal background is an advantage.
  • Proven track record of complex problem-solving and decision-making ability.
  • Effective leadership and team player with strong analytical skills.
  • High mobility – willing to travel and open for relocation.

Benefits

You will have access to short-term incentives, accident and life insurance, and best-in-class development platforms. Your Australia-specific benefits include:

  • Life / Accident Coverage
  • Superannuation Plan
  • Paid Time Offs
  • Employee Wellness
  • Global Recognition and Rewards Programs

About Us

Western Union is committed to becoming the world's most accessible financial services company, transforming lives and communities. We offer a diverse and passionate customer-centric team serving over 200 countries and territories. Our purpose is to help customers prosper by moving money and information seamlessly, safely, and reliably around the world.

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