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

​Reporting to the Senior Manager, AML Compliance, the Senior Program Reporting Analyst is responsible for supporting program reporting and analytics initiatives. 

An opportunity to join Western Union’s Compliance Team on a full-time basis for a 24-month period. 

Role Responsibilities:  

• Lead, coordinate, and participate in multiple concurrent regulatory related reporting projects simultaneously, including research, analysis, documentation, design/develop testing, problem resolution, training, status reporting, implementation, and post-rollout review/audit.   

• Source, evaluate, and synthesise complex information from multiple structured and unstructured sources, including data sets, regulatory publications, policies, procedures, operational documentation and stakeholder interviews to generate actionable insights and recommendations. 

• Deliver data driven outcomes that inform uplift of the control environment and enable the business to grow safely 

• Prepare executive quality dashboards, reporting, presentations, and comms that translates complex information into clear and practical messages; present same to a broader business audience as required 

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

• Train and mentor peers and lower-level analysts.;  

Role Requirements: 

• Bachelor's or master's degree preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered 

• 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 – High proficiency in data extraction and transformation, plus strong skills in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, macros) and at least one BI/visualization tool (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik). 

• Reporting Mastery – Experience designing, automating, and maintaining dashboards and reports that are accurate, timely, and tailored to diverse audiences, from operational teams to senior executives. 

• Insight-Driven Mindset – Ability to go beyond the numbers to identify trends, 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 – Understanding relevant reporting obligations (e.g., AUSTRAC, APRA, ASIC) is highly regarded, particularly in a financial services context. 

• Continuous Improvement Focus – A track record of 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 – Demonstrated ability to independently manage competing priorities, define work plans, engage stakeholders, identify issues and drive outcomes with limited supervision 

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 share additional role-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 

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 share additional role-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 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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