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About the Role

This position supports Western Union Japan KK's (WUJKK) regulatory compliance framework, ensuring adherence to requirements set by the Japan Financial Services Agency (JFSA), Kanto Local Finance Bureau (KFB), Japan Ministry of Finance (JMOF), Japan Financial Intelligence Center (JAFIC), and other relevant bodies. The role involves coordinating regulatory submissions, managing reporting schedules, supporting examinations, monitoring developments, and assisting with risk assessments, working closely with various internal teams to ensure timely fulfillment of obligations.

Responsibilities

Prepare, coordinate, and track regulatory reports, notifications, periodic returns, and other submissions.
Ensure regulatory filings are completed accurately, timely, and in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Maintain regulatory reporting calendars and monitor reporting deadlines.
Support the collection, validation, and reconciliation of data used in regulatory reporting.
Maintain records of regulatory submissions, correspondence, and supporting documentation.
Monitor applicable laws, regulations, regulatory guidance, and supervisory expectations impacting WUJKK.
Conduct regulatory impact assessments and support implementation of regulatory changes.
Assist in maintaining and updating compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
Perform compliance reviews and monitoring activities to identify potential regulatory compliance issues.
Escalate identified compliance risks and support remediation efforts.
Support regulatory inspections, examinations, audits, and supervisory reviews.
Coordinate requests for information from regulators and assist in preparing responses and supporting documentation.
Maintain logs of regulatory inquiries, findings, commitments, and remediation activities.
Track progress of corrective actions resulting from regulatory examinations and internal reviews.
Assist in conducting compliance risk assessments and control effectiveness reviews.
Support ongoing compliance oversight activities relating to licensing obligations, consumer protection requirements, outsourcing arrangements, and operational compliance matters.
Identify potential regulatory risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
Prepare compliance reports, dashboards, and management information for internal stakeholders.
Support compliance activities relating to AML/CTF, sanctions, fraud prevention, and financial crime regulatory requirements.
Assist in the preparation of regulatory reporting related to AML and financial crime obligations.
Support reviews of compliance processes to ensure alignment with Japanese regulatory expectations.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements relating to customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, recordkeeping, and suspicious transaction reporting.
Assist in developing and delivering regulatory compliance awareness materials and training programs.
Support business units by providing guidance on regulatory requirements and compliance procedures.
Promote a culture of compliance and regulatory awareness across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Law, Accounting, Compliance, Risk Management, or a related field preferred.
2–5 years of experience in compliance, regulatory reporting, risk management, audit, legal, financial crime compliance, or financial services operations.
Experience within payments, banking, fintech, money services businesses, or other regulated financial institutions preferred.
Experience supporting regulatory reporting, regulatory examinations, or regulatory compliance activities is highly desirable.
Intermediate to advance understanding of Japanese financial services regulations and regulatory frameworks.
Knowledge of compliance risk management, regulatory reporting, AML/CTF, and financial crime compliance principles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and apply them to operational processes.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Strong Japanese language proficiency preferred, particularly for reviewing regulatory communications and interacting with local stakeholders.

Skills

Compliance
Regulatory Reporting
Risk Management
Audit
Legal
Financial Crime Compliance
Financial Services Operations
AML/CTF
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Attention to Detail
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills (Written and Verbal)

Location

Tokyo, Japan

Work Type

Hybrid Working Arrangement
Office minimum three days a week

Experience Level

2-5 years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree preferred

Benefits

Multiple health insurance options
Accident and life insurance
Access to best-in-class development platforms
Cash Balance pension plan
Transportation allowance
Global Recognition and Rewards Programs
Employee Wellness

About the Company

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.

Equal Opportunity

We are passionate about diversity. 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, colour, 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.