Inept Leadership always behind the eight ball. - Anonymous employee Western Union Employee Review

1.0
14 Mar 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Whatever success the company has achieved is due to those who have been there before the Western Union acquisition of Travelex and Custom House. The training received is very good as the company operates akin to a bank. After a few years for those wishing to move on, the same skills can be used at a larger bank with much better pay. The people you work with are great, relaxed and not as egotistical as others in large corporates. Getting time off and annual leave is at the moment flexible. Workmates actually empathise with those who have families, hence, the friendships developed. Product knowledge is good and innovative ideas brainstormed.

Cons

Too much middle management who are only concerned about their own position and only look good due to the lower level employees. The company focuses on short term gains and too blind to see the long term ramifications for the organisation. Pay rise and bonuses are bad well behind industry average, which is why it is better to use this company as a training ground. HR is a joke and don't bother analysing the issues on the ground.

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5.0
1 May 2026
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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

In Denver, there are a lot of negative employees

5.0
23 Apr 2026
Anonymous employee
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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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