Financial Crimes Compliance - Risk & Controls Analyst

About the role

The GFCC Risk Assessment Team supports the development of GFCC RCSA(s) under the new Operational Risk Management framework. They draft new controls, update existing controls, and support control mapping activities as legal requirements, processes, and frameworks change, and as new products are launched.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of GFCC RCSA(s) under the new Operational Risk Management framework.
• Draft new controls, update existing controls, and support control mapping activities as legal requirements, processes, and frameworks change, and as new products are launched.
• Carefully coordinate timely and accurate testing of financial crimes controls while evaluating testing results, identifying control gaps, and driving timely resolution of observations.
• Coordinate effective challenge of 1st Line of Defense Risk & Control Self-Assessments, including the accuracy and completeness of financial crimes risk and control mappings, and risk impact and likelihood assessments.
• Map issues, events, testing, and audit or regulatory findings to controls, as appropriate.
• Draft concise communications and conduct training regarding the RCSA framework that clearly articulate risks, control considerations, and recommendations, to support ongoing maintenance and enhancements.
• Prepare leadership and committee reporting that synthesizes complex information into clear risk insights, key themes, and actionable recommendations regarding the strength of the GFCC control environment.
• Absorb and respond to audit and regulatory exam requests.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects requiring analytical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and independent execution.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in a compliance, risk management, audit, legal, or control management role.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into concise, accurate, and actionable written and verbal communications tailored to different audiences.
• Demonstrated ownership, follow-through, sound judgment, and ability to independently manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills with ability to motivate and engage stakeholders.
• Demonstrated analytical curiosity with the ability to research unfamiliar topics, apply regulatory and policy requirements, and independently solve problems with limited direction.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements to new or evolving business situations.
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office products including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience performing risk and control assessments, developing controls, testing controls, and/or working knowledge of Enterprise Governance, Risk and Compliance tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Archer, OpenPages) is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions, and/or Anti-Corruption obligations and controls is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of AML, Sanctions, and Anti-Corruption obligations and controls.
• Experience with Enterprise Governance, Risk and Compliance tools.

Benefits

At American Express, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your holistic well-being and career growth. This includes:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
• 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

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.