this place is a sinking ship - Global Compliance Analyst Western Union Employee Review

1.0
12 Sept 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

been with WUBS in D.C. to WU HQ in Denver after seven years it has provided the best work-life balance great benefits.

Cons

This company underpays its employees a lot for the amount of work that's offered to its employees. Why because they are relentlessly laying off people every single year. I survived six different layoffs in the seven years with this company. In 2017 working for WUBS my job was outsourced to Lithuania smh I move out here to Denver just for my new position! Only for a year and ten months later to get laid off again last month. Western Union does this to put money back on the books to show the shareholders that they're making money while the rest of us lose jobs. Western Union lacks so much innovation and leadership; it's quite pitiful. I really won't recommend anyone to work at least not long term. Even with the great benefits, the pay and lack of leadership aren't worth the headache. Better of applying to Venmo, CashApp, or PayPal.

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Western Union Response
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Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your experience as a former employee of Western Union. We are glad you had a good work-life balance during your time here! We announced during our second quarter earnings call a new strategy and operating model. Part of this means we must make difficult decisions regarding our workforce to ensure the continued success of the business. We strive to ensure all employees are supported to help them manage the changes from this transformation. We will share your perspective with our leaders to look at ways we can improve the experience for employees.

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5.0
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Pros

A company with an inspiring mission that is beginning to transform, an executive team that has gotten much better with recent departures, the opportunity to make a difference every day

Cons

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5.0
23 Apr 2026
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Pros

Exciting time at a company in growth mode where your contributions make a big impact. Clear strategy in the digital, consumer services, and retail space and great people, teams, and leaders bringing it to life in the last year. Meaningful work and actually puts good in the world. Everything we deliver helps people and communities that faced challenges and lack of access / opportunities for generations. Not only do you get to focus on new tech but also what you deliver truly makes a difference in people’s lives. You’re not just serving ads or making rich people richer, you’re helping folks support their families, empower growth in developing nations, create a more connected world where people care for one another. Great growth opportunities and recognition from senior leaders in global forums.

Cons

Small groups negative people that are not open to change, evolution, new ideas but you will find that at any company and not just Western Union. The vast majority of people here are excited for where we are and the direction we are going.

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