Location: Puteaux, France
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Model: Hybrid (minimum three days per week in office)
Job ID: JR0128876
Application Deadline: February 28, 2026
Western Union invites applications for the role of AML Compliance Officer, based in Puteaux, France. Candidates must submit an English-language CV with their application.
About Western Union
Western Union is committed to making financial services accessible to people everywhere. As one of the world’s most accessible financial services companies, it operates across more than 200 countries and territories, supported by a diverse team of over 8,000 professionals.
Beyond money transfers, Western Union develops intuitive products and services that connect digital and physical financial ecosystems, enabling customers and communities to move forward with confidence. At the same time, the organization supports employees’ professional growth through learning opportunities, competitive benefits, and career development pathways.
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Role Overview
The AML Compliance Officer will strengthen the French Compliance team and help cultivate a strong, forward-thinking compliance culture. The role involves conducting network compliance checks, delivering training, identifying and analyzing suspicious activities, and ensuring accurate reporting in accordance with Western Union policies and AML-CFT regulatory frameworks.
Success in this position requires the ability to use a wide range of research tools, systems, and risk assessment criteria to maintain high compliance standards.
Core Areas of Responsibility
AML Compliance and Risk Monitoring
The officer will participate in the detection, analysis, and reporting of suspicious transactions in line with internal policies and AML-CFT regulations. Furthermore, the role requires proactively identifying compliance risks and escalating when necessary.
Training and Awareness Development
In addition to oversight responsibilities, the position supports and trains Western Union Agents in implementing effective AML, CTF, and anti-fraud compliance programs. Promoting awareness and reinforcing compliance standards across the agent network is central to this function.
Research and Financial Crime Analysis
The role includes conducting detailed research and analysis on complex issues related to money laundering risks and other potential financial crimes associated with Western Union services. Identifying patterns and emerging trends forms a key part of this analytical work.
Regulatory Monitoring and Policy Review
The AML Compliance Officer will maintain a legal watch by reviewing local and global policies to ensure alignment with evolving regulatory requirements. This continuous monitoring helps safeguard compliance across the organization.
Stakeholder Collaboration
The position requires close collaboration with internal departments and regulatory authorities. The officer will process regulatory requests, assess compliance reports, and clearly communicate AML-related topics to third parties, including agents, customers, and authorities.
Continuous Learning and Development
Participation in workshops, meetings, and reporting activities is encouraged to ensure ongoing professional growth and up-to-date compliance knowledge.
Required Candidate Profile
Western Union seeks a compliance professional who demonstrates integrity, analytical strength, and a commitment to excellence in regulatory practice.
Educational Background
A higher education degree in Law, Banking, Insurance, or Business Management is required.
Professional Experience and Skills
The ideal candidate will possess:
- More than three years of experience in AML Compliance, particularly within financial or banking intermediaries and consultancy firms
- Strong ability to interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory frameworks
- Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
- Proven capability to identify compliance risks and escalate issues appropriately
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
- The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multinational and multicultural environments
- Experience engaging with regulatory authorities, customers, and agents
In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate discretion, professionalism, and strong ethical standards. A proactive mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous learning are highly valued.
Compensation and Benefits
Western Union offers a competitive compensation package that includes short-term incentives and access to comprehensive development platforms.
Employees based in France benefit from:
- 25 days of annual leave, in addition to 11 public holidays
- Comprehensive life and medical coverage
- Luncheon vouchers
Additional benefits may be discussed during the recruitment process.
Hybrid Work Model
This role follows Western Union’s Hybrid Work Model. Employees divide their time between remote work and office presence, with an expectation of at least three days per week in the office. The organization values in-person collaboration to foster innovation, strengthen teamwork, and support strategic objectives.
Diversity and Inclusion
Western Union is committed to building an inclusive culture that celebrates diverse backgrounds and perspectives. The company does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations are available during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws.
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Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to apply online through Western Union’s official careers page. Applicants must submit an English version of their CV.
The application window is expected to remain open until February 28, 2026. However, the posting may close earlier if the position is filled or extended if necessary.