Analyst-Compliance

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.

Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct RCSA exercises across business units to identify, assess, and document operational and compliance risks.
• Support compliance reviews and PRSA testing, including planning, execution, testing of controls, and reporting findings.
• Assist in AML and records validation testing, including transaction monitoring and control effectiveness reviews.
• Review policies, procedures, and process documentation to ensure adherence to regulatory and internal standards.
• Prepare testing and RCSA reports highlighting observations, control gaps, and recommendations for remediation.
• Track and follow up on management action plans to ensure timely closure.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and their impact on business processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote a strong risk and control culture.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Minimium 5 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Understanding of RCSA, compliance reviews, and PRSA testing methodology.
• Knowledge of AML and regulatory compliance processes is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience in compliance, audit, or risk roles within financial services.
• Familiarity with AML screening, KYC, or sanctions processes.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, ACAMS, or ICA are advantageous.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.