Hybrid: Manager, FIU Investigations & Strategic Analytics

Western Union; Quezon City; Hybrid; PHP 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Union in Metro Manila is seeking a Manager, FIU Typology Investigations & Strategic Analysis to lead a team of financial crime professionals, oversee AML/CTF investigations, and strengthen risk management across products and services. The role requires 5+ years in AML and 3+ years in people leadership, with strong analytical and communication skills.

The position follows a hybrid work arrangement with office presence at least three days per week, supporting business growth while

Qualifications

• 5+ years in AML, financial crime investigations, compliance, risk management.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience.
• Proven experience leading AML, sanctions, fraud, or financial crime investigations.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Criminal Justice, or related discipline.
• ACAMS, CFCS, CAMS-FCI, CAMS-Audit or similar certifications desirable.
• Experience with LexisNexis or World-Check platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of investigators and financial crime professionals.
• Oversee complex AML, CTF, sanctions, fraud, and financial crime investigations.
• Manage the end-to-end investigation lifecycle, including case review and regulatory reporting.
• Review and approve investigation outcomes, risk assessments, and SARs.
• Identify emerging financial crime trends and control weaknesses.
• Provide guidance on financial crime risks across products and functions.
• Support development and enhancement of AML policies, procedures and controls.
• Ensure adherence to AML/CTF regulations and internal standards.
• Monitor team performance and deliver meaningful reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements and automation in investigations and controls.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Legal, Operations, and Product teams.

Skills

Investigative skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Criminal Justice, or related discipline

Tools

LexisNexis

World-Check

Power BI

Power Query

DAX

Excel

Job description

Western Union in Metro Manila is seeking a Manager, FIU Typology Investigations & Strategic Analysis to lead a team of financial crime professionals, oversee AML/CTF investigations, and strengthen risk management across products and services. The role requires 5+ years in AML and 3+ years in people leadership, with strong analytical and communication skills.

The position follows a hybrid work arrangement with office presence at least three days per week, supporting business growth while