Director, Treasury Infrastructure
At a glance
Director-level Treasury role at Western Union. New York · full-time · $180,000–$220,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Set global cash strategy with treasury operations and tax, choosing banking arrangements that improve how Western Union uses its funds
- Improve wire, ACH and cross-border payment routes to lower costs and use capital more effectively
- Build and support USDPT stablecoin infrastructure with the Digital Assets team, including treasury activity involving crypto
- Lead upgrades to treasury management and banking platforms, working with IT to keep payment flows connected and reliable
- Coordinate treasury system and process design across teams, strengthen cash controls, and lead treasury integration work for acquisitions
What you bring
- At least ten years in treasury, fintech, payments, crypto or financial services
- Strong knowledge of global banking and payment systems, especially multi-currency treasury operations
- Practical experience with stablecoin or crypto infrastructure, including settlement, custody or token flows
- Hands-on work implementing or improving Treasury Management Systems
Who this fits
This director-level role suits someone who can lead treasury infrastructure work while partnering across treasury, IT, accounting, business teams and external providers. The position is hybrid in New York.
From the employer
Reporting to the SVP - Treasurer, the Director, Treasury Infrastructure will play an essential role in defining the future of Western Union’s global treasury and payments structure. The role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Treasury’s core banking and system infrastructure, leveraging both traditional banking products and innovative crypto solutions. The Head of Treasury Architecture will play a critical role in supporting Western Union’s USDPT stablecoin ecosystem in partnership with the Digital Assets team.
The position will work cross-functionally with stakeholders across Western Union to define business needs, develop cutting-edge treasury solutions, coordinate resources to drive implementation, and ensure seamless and reliable system connectivity. This role is crucial for delivering operational excellence, modernizing infrastructure, and establishing world-class controls to support global growth.
Role Responsibilities
Develop global liquidity structure strategy, partnering with treasury operations, tax, and other key stakeholders to evaluate and implement banking alternatives (e.g., cash pools, overdraft lines, etc.) to maximize efficiency of Western Union’s cash.
Optimize treasury payment rails (e.g., wire, ACH, cross-border payments, etc.), to reduce cost and improve capital efficiency.
Serve as subject matter expert on cryptocurrencies and stablecoin, partnering closely with the Digital Assets to team to transact and enable Western Union’s USDPT stablecoin infrastructure.
Lead Treasury Management System and banking platform optimization efforts, partnering with IT to ensure effective connectivity across systems and reliable end-to-end payment flows.
Act as a liaison between Treasury, IT, Accounting, and business units to align on system capabilities and process design.
Identify and implement process and control improvements across Treasury, particularly in cash movement and system integration.
Support M&A due diligence and lead treasury structure and system integration efforts.
Develop and maintain deep relationships with banks and other service providers, ensuring Western Union stays on the cutting-edge of treasury infrastructure developments.
Requirements
10+ years of relevant experience in treasury, fintech, payments, crypto, or financial services
Deep understanding of global payment and banking systems, with a particular focus on global multi-currency treasury operations
Direct experience with stablecoins or crypto infrastructure, including settlement, custody, or token flows
Hands-on experience implementing and/or optimizing Treasury Management Systems
Strong leadership, problem solving, relationship management, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong attention to detail
MBA, CFA, or CTP designations preferred
Work Shift
HYBRID
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. 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:
Parental Leave
Family First Programs
Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
Tuition Repayment Assistance Program
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 $180,000 - $220,000 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus a variable target incentive that aligns with individual and company performance.
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.
Estimated Job Posting End Date:
10-05-2026This 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.