American Express
American Express
American Express is a global financial services company operating across banking, finance, and B2B payments. Its business includes consumer, business, and corporate credit cards; payment and merchant services; savings accounts, certificates of deposit, and personal loans; as well as rewards, travel programs, corporate payment solutions, financial education, security services, and cardmember and merchant support.

Compliance Analyst

Conduct enhanced due diligence investigations into high-risk customers at American Express. Analyze customer activity and escalate suspicious cases to support anti-money laundering compliance.

Description

  • Review high-risk customers through timely enhanced due diligence investigations using research and investigative tools.
  • Analyze customer and transaction activity and prepare detailed summaries.
  • Refer suspicious activity to the SAR or account termination process when appropriate.
  • Work with AML compliance partners to review high-risk customers and assess risk.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to meet demanding deadlines and support management objectives.
  • Coordinate significant investigations by building relationships with strategic partners across the USIU.

Requirements

  • Strong written and spoken English skills.
  • At least two years of experience in AML or EDD investigations.
  • Basic knowledge of BSA/AML requirements and FFIEC guidelines related to enhanced due diligence.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and online research.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to analyze and clearly summarize complex information.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
  • People and process leadership skills, including the ability to coach and mentor others.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States for American Express; visa sponsorship is not available.
  • A bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred.
  • CAMS certification is preferred.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary.
  • Bonus incentives.
  • Company match of 6% on the retirement savings plan.
  • Complimentary financial coaching and financial well-being support.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid, onsite, or virtual options depending on the role and business needs.
  • More than 20 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, for pregnancy, adoption, or surrogacy.
  • Complimentary access to onsite wellness centers staffed by nurses and doctors, depending on location.
  • Free confidential counseling through the Healthy Minds program.
  • Career development and training opportunities.

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