| Job Description | Description
Western Union is changing. Yes, we’re the company that moves money around the world quickly and reliably in 200 countries and territories. We are also present in over 510,000 locations bringing immense distribution convenience to our consumers. But we’re on the cusp of becoming much more than that. Our vision is to be the preferred financial services provider for the underserved – billions of people and businesses with unmet financial service needs. That means aggressively pursuing digital, mobile, ATM/kiosk and stored value card strategies that meet the needs of today’s global consumers and businesses. So if you’re looking for a company on the move – and truly one of the most diverse work environments on the planet – then Western Union could be for you.
Right now, we are seeking a Counsel.
The primary responsibilities of this role will include advising on local regulatory requirements relating to payments, foreign exchange and derivatives (forwards and options), counseling stakeholders on risks associated with strategic initiatives in the region, researching and monitoring laws in coordination with local counsel, supporting regulatory initiatives, and providing general legal support with respect to corporate commercial matters.
Other Key Responsibilities:
•Drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements with Western Union Business Solutions partners, customers and vendors in coordination with responsible business leaders
•Advising and supporting the Compliance department with respect to anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing regulations in the region, as well as internal Compliance policies and procedures
•Working closely with Litigation, Employment, IP and other shared functions within the General Counsel's Office of The Western Union Company
Qualifications:
•Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited American school of law (preferably with honors), or equivalent degree from an accredited school of law in another country
•6-9+ years of experience in an international law firm or legal department of a multi-national corporation (preferably engaged in the provision of financial services), with emphasis on payments, foreign exchange and derivatives
•Experience in dealing directly with business clients at all levels, both inside and outside of the organization, but in particular in counseling senior business clients
Company Information
With a 160-year history of connecting people when it matters most, Western Union continues to shape the world in which we live. Western Union offers one of the easiest ways for families and friends to send money and stay connected almost anywhere in the world. It all comes down to the relationships we've established over many years. We take pride in being close to our consumers. Together with our Agents, we speak our consumers' languages and live in our consumers' neighborhoods. And we share our consumers' cultures. We are a significant part of each other's lives. As a result, our Agents and employees are more like ambassadors. They are ambassadors of trust. Ambassadors of responsibility. And ambassadors of hope. They are the living, breathing manifestation of who we are as a company and reflect the Western Union behaviors: Inspired. Connected. Driven. Game-Changer. Responsible. EOE/AA Women, Minorities, Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on, race, gender, veteran status, disability or other protected category.
Relocation Eligible
: No |
| | Company | | Western Union | Job Code | | State or Province | | Colorado | | |
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