Job Description
The role focuses on strengthening the organization's compliance framework by leading Quality Assurance (QA) reviews and Compliance Testing (PRSA) across Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions, Anti Corruption and other non-AML compliance risk areas. The position ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and governance standards while identifying control gaps, recommending improvements, and partnering with stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of compliance controls.
Responsibilities
- Lead Quality Assurance (QA) reviews across AML, Sanctions, ABC and other Financial Crime Compliance activities.
- Assess adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and enterprise standards.
- Execute Compliance Testing (PRSA) across non-AML compliance risk domains.
- Develop risk-based test procedures and evaluate control design and operating effectiveness.
- Document testing observations and communicate testing outcomes to stakeholders.
- Perform independent oversight and reviews of non-AML compliance activities.
- Identify control gaps, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
- Partner with Market Compliance Officers and business stakeholders to strengthen compliance controls and governance.
Required
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 4 years of experience in Compliance, Audit, Risk or Financial Crime Compliance.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Understanding of compliance reviews, Quality Assurance (QA), and PRSA testing methodologies.
- Knowledge of AML and regulatory compliance processes.Prior experience in compliance, audit, or risk roles within financial services.
- Familiarity with AML screening, KYC, or sanctions processes.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional certifications such as CIA, ACAMS, or ICA are an advantage.
About Us
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. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you'll experience our 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.
About The Team
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.
