Business Analyst

Business Analyst – Vilnius, Lithuania

Are you enthusiastic about data strategy and analytics? Do you want to play a key role in mitigating financial crime risks at a global fintech company? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Join Western Union as a Business Analyst and help shape the future of financial compliance.

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In this role, you will be part of Western Union’s Financial Intelligence Unit - a key division within the Global Compliance organization. The FIU plays a critical role in identifying, escalating, and mitigating money laundering and terrorist financing risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting the integrity of Western Union’s global financial network. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of data analytics and financial crime compliance, driving innovation and enhancing Western Union’s ability to combat financial crime worldwide.

• Analysis, design, development, testing, and documentation of automated data extracts and other key data-centric and system-related projects.
• Develop ad-hoc queries to provide data insights for FIU investigations and build data visualizations to support analyses.
• Enhance and improve investigative tools, analytical dashboards, and automated reporting to optimize efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams across Western Union’s FIU and Global Compliance to enhance communication and workflow.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all data-related procedures and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Take ownership of quality and timely delivery of assigned projects and reports.
• Apply a continuous improvement mindset, optimizing resources and operational efficiency.
• Ensure that data-driven insights positively impact customer experience and internal operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Economics, Software Engineering, and IT is preferred but equivalent job experience of at least 2 years will be considered.
• Proficiency in querying relational databases (e.g., Snowflake, SQL, Hadoop) and automating processes using SQL or similar database query languages.
• Strong understanding of data types, joins, unions, aggregations, and case statements.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik.
• Knowledge of Python and Power Automate, Power Apps, or SharePoint is a plus.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with Excel Macros/VBA is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, being able to translate technical concepts into business insights for a diverse audience.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy and provide leadership on key projects.
• A team player with strong collaboration skills and a positive, proactive mindset.
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) is required.
• Prior experience in Compliance is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

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.

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. 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.

• Private Health Insurance (3 options)
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Additional days off
• Wide variety of discounts and special offers
• ⁠Free Fitness facilities
• Volunteering activities
• Referral program

The monthly gross base salary range is 2,813 – 3,850 EUR. This range represents anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible for an annual variable target incentive (which may include long-term incentives, if eligible) that aligns with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidate’s qualifications, skills and competencies.

Other Details

As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to careers@westernunion.com.

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:

10-24-2026

This 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.