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
tr
a
nslate
s
complex
information
into clear and practical
messages
;
present
same
to a broader business audience
as
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 recent 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
(/).
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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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
(/).
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.
#LI-ES1 #LI-Hybrid
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This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.

📌 Senior Program Reporting Analyst (Fixed Term) (New South Wales)
🏢 Western Union
📍 New South Wales