Strategic Intelligence Analyst
Role Responsibilities
In this role, you will be a key member of a strategic analysis team (the Typology Investigations & Strategic Analysis, or TISA) within Western Union’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). TISA is the primary source for AML/TF typology-focused subject matter expertise provided to other Compliance and corporate risk programs. TISA analysis contributes directly to FIU-initiated transaction controls and other non-standard risk mitigation measures designed to protect the company. TISA analysts work closely with law enforcement and other government partners to exchange threat intelligence and identify emerging risk issues. TISA also provides a variety of bespoke AML/TF-focused research and analysis services to support Compliance leadership and other key stakeholders.
- Track, evaluate, and model global criminal and terrorist threat evolution using big-data tools and all-source analytic methodologies.
- Execute all phases of complex, high-risk intelligence analysis projects with significant autonomy and independent judgment.
- Query, integrate, and analyze extremely large datasets (millions of rows) using ETL, analytics, and data-visualization tools.
- Interrogate Western Union transaction data using typology-specific intelligence from open/public, commercial, law enforcement, and other sources.
- Develop detailed narrative investigative reports, presentations, and visual analytic products (e.g., link charts) to document and communicate judgments and findings.
- Collaborate closely with law enforcement, regulatory bodies, and other government partners to exchange threat intelligence and identify emerging risks.
- Brief Compliance senior leadership (Director and above) on high-threat, high-exposure issues.
- Provide bespoke AML/TF-focused research and analysis to support Compliance leadership and key internal stakeholders.
- Support ad-hoc analytic and research requests from FIU and Compliance senior leadership to inform executive-level decision-making.
- Contribute to innovation initiatives within the FIU by proactively identifying opportunities to improve processes, analytics, and risk mitigation capabilities.
- Support FIU and Compliance teams with audit, examination, and regulatory response activities, including research, analysis, and documentation, as needed.
- *Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Role Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and/or 1+ years of relevant experience in intelligence analysis, law enforcement, think-tank research, financial crime, investigative analysis, or related fields.
- Experience constructing analytic judgments based on incomplete or imperfect information, including the ability to articulate and justify associated confidence levels.
- Comfort working with extremely large and complex datasets; experience with SQL, Python, or ETL tools such as Alteryx preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI or comparable visualization tools strongly desired.
- Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication, with experience presenting complex analysis to senior decision-makers.
- Relevant background in strategic analysis for the U.S. Intelligence Community, law enforcement, financial institutions, or AML/CTF risk programs considered highly valuable.
- Graduate-level training in intelligence analysis methodologies, tradecraft, or related disciplines is a plus.
Workplace Option
HYBRID - 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.
Location: 5 Concourse Pkwy NE, Suite 2300 Atlanta, GA 30328
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
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 benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States specific benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Parental Leave
- 401K Plan
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Salary
The base salary range is $82,000.00 - 102,000.00 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus annual incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.
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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Estimated Job Posting End Date:
10-26-2026This 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.