Senior Analyst, Program Reporting Analyst (Fixed Term)

Senior Analyst, Program Reporting Analyst(Fixed Term) – Sydney, Australia

​​The Senior Analyst, AML Complianceisunder general supervision from senior management.

Thisposition supports the development, implementation and enforcement of policies, procedures and programs designed to minimize potential Compliance risk for Western Union and its affiliates, within the established strategies of the Regulatory Compliance department.

An opportunity to joinWesternUnion’s Compliance Team on a full-time basis for a24-month period.

Role Responsibilities:

• Leads, coordinates, orparticipatesin assigned regulatory reporting projects simultaneously, including research, analysis, documentation, design/develop testing, problem resolution, training, status reporting, implementation, and post-rollout review/audit.

• Creates andanalysescomplex data for reporting and potential solutions. May train and mentorlower-levelanalysts.

• Drive forward outcomes and deliverables under tight deadlines, both at a strategic andtacticallevel

• Data driven outcomes that help uplift the controlenvironmentand help thebusinessgrow safely

Role Requirements:

• Education: A degree in commerce, business, law, finance, risk, compliance, or equivalent, with CA qualified or working towards CA (or equivalent).

• Proven Analytical Expertise –4+ years’ experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or financial/operational reporting within a corporate, banking, fintech, or consulting environment.

• Advanced Data Skills – Highproficiencyin data extraction and transformation, plus strong skills in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, macros) and at least one BI/visualizationtool (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik).

• Reporting Mastery – Experience designing, automating, andmaintainingdashboards and reports that areaccurate,timely, and tailored to diverse audiences, from operational teams to senior executives.

• Insight-Driven Mindset– Ability to go beyond the numbers toidentifytrends, risks, and opportunities, and to translate findings into clear recommendations that influence business decisions.

• Stakeholder Engagement – Strong communication skills to collaborate with finance, operations, compliance, and product teams, ensuring reporting outputs meet business needs.

• Problem-Solving Agility– Comfort working with incomplete or complex datasets, applying critical thinking to resolve data quality issues and deliver meaningful insights.

• Regulatory & Compliance Awareness–Understandingrelevant reporting obligations (e.g., AUSTRAC, APRA, ASIC) is highly regarded, particularly in a financial services context.

• Continuous Improvement Focus –A track recordof streamlining reporting processes, introducing automation, and improving data governance practices.

• Technical Curiosity – Willingness to explore new tools, data sources, and analytical techniques to enhance reporting capabilities.

• Team Contribution – Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, high-performance team culture.

Additional Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of:

• AML/CTF Act and Rules (Australia)

• AUSTRAC regulatory expectations

• Customer Due Diligence requirements

• Transaction Monitoring

• Suspicious Matter Reporting

• Sanctions Compliance
• Project Management Experience

Work Shift

Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS

Benefits

You will also have access to short-term incentives, 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 location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may shareadditionalrole-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your Australia specific benefits include:

• Life / Accident Coverage

• Superannuation Plan

• Paid Time Offs

• Employee Wellness

• Global Recognition and Rewards Programs

Other Details

We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging.Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams whilereflectingthe 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 accommodationtoapplicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

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