Senior Risk Analyst

Do you have experience of contributing to the credit review and assessment of new and existing clients? Are you interested in joining a global organization that is dedicated to moving money for better? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive?  Then it’s time to join the Western Union as a Senior Risk Analyst.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

You will be responsible for conducting risk and control assessments, control testing, managing risk events, operational losses and developing key risk indicators.

Role Responsibilities

• Monitors Operational Risk.
• Analyzes the direction and sufficiency of internal controls and performs periodic control tests.
• Conducts root cause analysis of incidents and losses captured in the database for Operational risk.
• Conducts risk assessments of new or changing products, with proposals for appropriate controls to support successful deployment.
• Prepares materials for the Risk Committee and management reports.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in a Finance or Business-related subject.
• 3-5 years of risk or related experience in a financial Institution.
• Excellent knowledge of banking regulations.
• Advanced knowledge in Excel
• Proactivity and Organization
• Excellent communications skills (verbal/written).
• Data Analytics skills (SQL, PHYTON).
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, influencing, prioritization, and decision-making skills, together with the ability to interact and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work individually, or collaborate with others in a global, fast-paced environment, dealing with ambiguity, making quick decisions, and managing tight timelines.
• Intermediate to advanced English is required.

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.

Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. 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/.

Benefits

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 in an offer of employment.

Your Brazil-specific benefits include:

• Medical (CarePlus) and dental (Privian) assistance: plans with no fixed contribution, with co-participation in consultations and exams
• Life insurance
• Food voucher
• Meal voucher
• Private pension

We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the 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 accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

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Estimated Job Posting End Date:

10-21-2024

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.