Senior Manager, AML Compliance - Dubai - Western Union ID-597

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Senior Manager, AML Compliance - Dubai, UAE


Are you passionate about advancing regulatory compliance in a dynamic, globally impactful financial organization? Are you ready to lead strategic initiatives that enhance compliance effectiveness and protect customers? Join Western Union as a Senior Manager, AML Compliance.

Western Union powers your pursuit.


As a Senior Manager, AML Compliance, you will play a central role in leading the compliance strategy for Western Union's business in the Middle East region.

You will collaborate cross-functionally and globally to drive change, influence key stakeholders, and manage a high-performing team in our ongoing mission to combat financial crime.

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Role Responsibilities


  • Lead strategic compliance initiatives focused on enhancing the AML program and controls.
  • Serve as a key advisor to the Head of AML Compliance, contributing to the development of the regional compliance roadmap.
  • Design and implement process improvements that support compliance efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with internal teams across regions to ensure alignment and consistent execution of AML policies and procedures.
  • Guide and manage a compliance team to ensure timely and successful delivery of key projects and initiatives.
  • Represent the voice of the customer by leveraging feedback to enhance risk controls and compliance frameworks.
  • Foster productive relationships with regional and global stakeholders, ensuring consistent reporting and communication with senior leadership.
  • Deliver accurate and timely management information and regulatory reporting. Apply deep knowledge of global AML / CFT regulations, trends in fraud / money laundering schemes, and investigative best practices to reduce compliance risk.
  • Utilize Agile methodologies to manage change and drive continuous improvement within the compliance function.

Minimum Requirements


  • Minimum of 7 years' experience in retail / consumer financial services, payment services, or regulatory / legal roles focused on AML compliance, BSA, and related regulations.
  • At least 5 years' experience in Bank Secrecy Act, AML, or regulatory compliance, with a demonstrated understanding of compliance frameworks and technologies.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience managing teams, with a proven ability to lead and train staff to deliver complex projects on time.
  • Previous experience in internal audit or financial consulting preferred; experience working within Big 4 consultancies is highly valued.
  • Certifications such as CAMS, CIA, or CPA are desirable.
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or professional certifications preferred.


Additional skills include a strong working knowledge of global AML / CFT regulations, enforcement trends, investigative techniques, and the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and geographies.

Organizational skills, effective communication, analytical thinking, and leadership capabilities are essential.

Benefits

Access to short-term incentives, various health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and development platforms


Dubai-specific benefits include:

  • 25 days annual leave
  • Life & Medical Cover

Work Model


Western Union values in-person collaboration and has adopted a Hybrid Work Model, which involves working from the office at least three days a week to facilitate collaboration, learning, and innovation.

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