Strategic Intelligence Analyst
Western Union is a global leader in financial services, and they are seeking a Strategic Intelligence Analyst to join their Financial Intelligence Unit. This role involves conducting strategic analysis to support compliance efforts and mitigate financial crime risks. Responsibilities 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 Skills 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 PowerBI 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 Benefits Paid Time off Medical, Dental and Life Insurance Parental Leave Global Adoption Assistance 401K plan Company Overview Western Union provides consumers and businesses with fast, reliable and convenient ways to send and receive money around the world. It was founded in 1851, and is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Western Union has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 93 in 2025, 86 in 2024, 101 in 2023, 62 in 2022, 90 in 2021, 102 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.