Senior Manager, Anti-Corruption Office

The Western Union Company; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Adoption assistance

401K Plan

Job summary

Western Union in Atlanta is seeking a Senior Manager, Anti-Corruption Office to lead the ABAC program and serve as the primary expert on corruption risk management. You will design controls, guide cross‑functional teams, and ensure compliance with the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and global requirements.

You’ll partner with Legal, Compliance, Internal Audit, Finance, and Operations to build a culture of integrity, advance risk assessments, and drive training, third‑party due diligence, and remediation

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in ethics and compliance, legal, investigations, or risk management.
• Experience leading anti-bribery and anti-corruption programs in a multinational.
• Strong knowledge of the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and global frameworks.
• Experience with cross-functional initiatives and stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead ABAC office - lead Western Union’s ABAC office and team; develop program strategy and priorities.
• Design, implement policies, controls; govern gifts, hospitality, travel, sponsorships, and government interactions.
• Lead risk assessments and monitoring; analyze compliance data and trends.
• Support third-party due diligence and onboarding monitoring; advise on mitigations.
• Support investigations and remediation; coordinate with Legal and HR.
• Develop and deliver anti-corruption training and awareness initiatives.
• Lead due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare reporting on risks, investigations, and program effectiveness for leadership.

Skills

Ethics & Compliance

Risk Management

Cross-functional Leadership

FCPA & UK Bribery Act knowledge

Investigations & Due Diligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Compliance, or related field

Job description

At Western Union, we’re more than a trusted name in global payments. We’re moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers. Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper. Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we’re committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences. Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible.

Senior Manager, Anti-Corruption Office leads the company's Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption (ABAC) program and serves as the primary subject matter expert on corruption risk management for Western Union. This role is responsible for the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of risk-based controls designed to prevent, detect, and address bribery and corruption risks across the organization. The Senior Manager, Anti-Corruption Office partners closely with Legal, Compliance, Internal Audit, Finance, Procurement, Human Resources, Investigations, and business leadership to ensure compliance with applicable anti-corruption laws and regulations, including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, UK Bribery Act, and other global requirements. This role leads key anti-corruption initiatives, supports third-party risk management, supports investigations, conducts risk assessments, and drives a culture of integrity and ethical business conduct throughout the organization. We’re seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager to lead our ABAC office and join the team in Atlanta.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the Anti-corruption Office - Lead Western Union’s ABAC office and team. Develop and execute the anti-corruption program strategy. Establish priorities based on evolving regulatory expectations and business risk. Serve as the primary advisor to legal, compliance, and business leaders on anti-corruption matters. Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure consistent implementation of anti-corruption controls globally.
• Anti-corruption Program Management - Design, implement, and continuously improve anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies, procedures, and controls. Maintain governance processes for gifts, hospitality, travel, charitable contributions, sponsorships, political activities, and government interactions. Develop program standards, guidance, and compliance tools to support business operations. Monitor program effectiveness and drive remediation of identified control gaps.
• Risk Assessment and Monitoring - Lead the company's anti-corruption risk assessments and targeted risk reviews. Identify corruption risks associated with business activities, government-facing interactions, third-party relationships, and geographic markets. Develop risk-based monitoring and testing activities to assess compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Analyze compliance data and metrics to identify trends and emerging risks.
• Third-Party Risk Management - Support the anti-corruption due diligence program for agents, distributors, consultants, suppliers, and other third parties. Review and assess third-party risk profiles and recommend mitigation measures. Advise business stakeholders regarding third-party onboarding and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Investigations and Remediation - Support investigations involving allegations of bribery, corruption, improper payments, books and records violations, and related misconduct. Coordinate investigative efforts with Legal and Human Resources.
• Training, Communications, and Culture - Develop and deliver anti-corruption training and awareness initiatives. Create targeted training for high-risk functions and geographic regions. Provide practical guidance to employees and leaders on anti-corruption requirements. Promote a culture of integrity, ethical decision-making, and accountability.
• Transactions and Strategic Initiatives - Lead anti-corruption due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic business initiatives. Advise on corruption-related risks and mitigation strategies during transactions. Support integration of acquired entities into the company's compliance framework.
• Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement - Prepare periodic reporting on anti-corruption risks, trends, investigations, and program effectiveness. Present findings and recommendations to legal leadership and senior management. Support internal audits, external assessments, and regulatory inquiries involving anti-corruption matters. Monitor regulatory developments and emerging enforcement trends to ensure program alignment.

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in ethics and compliance, legal, investigations, internal audit, risk management, or related fields.
• 8+ years of experience managing anti-bribery and anti-corruption programs within a multinational organization.
• Demonstrated experience conducting corruption risk assessments, investigations, and third-party due diligence reviews.
• Strong knowledge of the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and global anti-corruption regulatory frameworks.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field.
• Bilingual - Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field.
• Bilingual - Spanish.

Benefits and Other Details

You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, 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 share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or an offer of employment.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Global Adoption Assistance
• 401K Plan
• Base salary range is $115,000 - $153,000.00 per year. Total on-target compensation includes a base salary plus annual incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.

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 accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

Workplace Option Hybrid

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.

You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/