Aml Compliance Officer (Hybrid) Lazio

Aml Compliance Officer (Hybrid)
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

AML Compliance Officer (Hybrid)– Rome, Italy Are you passionate about preventing money laundering and other criminal activity?

Are you willing to be a part of a cutting-edge AML Compliance team?

Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive?

Then it's time to join Western Union as an AML/Compliance Officer. Hybrid mode: the expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week. As an AML Compliance Officer, you will:Support Western Union Agents' efforts implementing Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Terrorist Financing, and Anti-Fraud policies and procedures. Evaluate how Western Union Agents incorporate compliance requirements and standards through conducting activity analysis, compliance reviews, and training sessions. Follow up with Agents to ensure compliance program gaps are eliminated and identified findings are remediated. Main Role ResponsibilitiesEnsuring that the Central Contact Point ("CCP") maintains effective oversight on AML activities through execution of efficient second-level controls. Assisting with the development of a detailed annual control monitoring and testing plan specific to activities and processes under the responsibility of the CCP. Managing subpoenas from Italian Law Enforcement Authorities. Liaising with local Law Enforcement Authorities to support WUPSIL's agents during the audit activities carried out by LEA at agents' locations. Providing support and training to Western Union Agents to implement an effective AML/CTF and anti-fraud Compliance program. Evaluating controls both internally and with our agent partners through analysis to deliver the AML Compliance programs. Escalating AML Compliance-related risk matters diligently and in a timely manner. Conducting research and analysis of complex issues concerning the patterns and trends associated with risk of money laundering and other potential financial crimes. Reviewing local and global policies and procedures to ensure consistency with AML Compliance and legal requirements. Explaining AML/Compliance topics to third parties and assessing compliance reports and communications. Main Role RequirementsBachelor's degree. Italian native speaker. Fluency in English (oral and written). +5 years of experience within the AML Compliance field, especially in financial/banking intermediaries and/or consultancy companies. Knowledge of AML/CTF laws and regulations (e. g. , Leg.

Dec. 231/2007, Bank of Italy provisions) and Money Services Business ("MSB") regulatory requirements. Ability to work within a multinational and multicultural environment with strong ethical behavior. Ability to identify AML Compliance risks and escalate when appropriate. Analytical, proactive, detail-oriented with problem-solving skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including experience communicating with various counterparties. Proficient computing skills with all common office programs. Benefits26 days annual leave – plus 11 public holidays. Comprehensive life & medical cover. Lunch Voucher. Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible.

We believe this creates value and supports the execution of enterprise objectives.

By connecting face-to-face, we can learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate. 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. #LI-LP1 #LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr