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Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.\nWorkplace Option\nHYBRID - 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.\nLocation: 11902 Burnet Rd., Suite 350, Austin, TX 78758\nBENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS\nBenefits\nYou 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 benefits below specific to your country. 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