Head of AML Compliance - Berlin

Overview

Head of AML Compliance - Berlin Are you ready to lead the fight against financial crime in an international banking environment? At Western Union International Bank (WUIB), we connect people and businesses worldwide — securely, quickly, and reliably. With our Beyond strategy, we go beyond money transfers and develop innovative solutions that make our customers’ lives easier and help them move forward financially. AML and Compliance are at the heart of building trust and ensuring sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Main point of contact for German supervisory and law enforcement authorities as well as the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU)
• Fulfilment of the function in accordance with Section 25h (7) of the German Banking Act (KWG)
• Independent handling and coordination of suspicious activity reports
• Ensuring reporting obligations to BaFin and other authorities
• Developing, implementing, and regularly updating internal policies and procedures to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing
• Defining and monitoring compliance requirements and their implementation across products, services, and new business areas
• Training and sensitising internal staff on compliance and AML matters
• Close cooperation with the Managing Director and WUIB’s Head of Compliance and active contribution to business continuity planning

What you bring (Qualifications)

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in compliance, AML, or risk management – ideally in a complex financial or payment services environment
• A minimum of 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• A completed university degree, preferably in law, economics, or finance
• In-depth knowledge of applicable AML regulations, supervisory requirements, and payment-related products and processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills in both German and English, written and spoken
• Experience working with regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders
• Ability to lead and motivate a team

About Western Union

We make financial services accessible to people worldwide. Join us as we shape the future. Western Union aims to become the most accessible financial services company in the world – transforming lives and communities along the way. We are a diverse, customer-focused team of over 8,000 employees across 200 countries and territories. We don’t just move money; we create user-friendly products and services that help our customers move forward.

Benefits

• Short-term incentive programs
• Accident and life insurance
• First-class development platforms
• Contribution-based pension plan
• Group life insurance through the pension plan

Additional information

Western Union places great value on in-person collaboration, learning, and idea sharing whenever possible. We believe that consistent ways of working create added value and support the achievement of our business objectives, ultimately helping us reach our strategic goals. Our hybrid work model assigns each position to one of three categories. Western Union has classified this position as Hybrid, meaning a flexible arrangement that allows employees to split their time between working from home and working in the office. The expectation is to work in the office at least three days per week.

We are committed to an inclusive culture that reflects the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams. We do not discriminate based on race, color, origin, religion, political affiliation, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. Applicants with disabilities will receive reasonable accommodations during the application process in accordance with applicable laws.

Estimated Job Posting End Date 02-16-2026

This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.