American Express
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americanexpress.com
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Job Description
A single decision can have many outcomes. And when that decision affects hundreds of thousands of customers and employees, it needs to be the right one. That’s where our Global Risk & Compliance (GRC) team comes in. Our teams in GRC work to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of control and compliance at American Express to successfully identify, monitor and manage risks.
About The Role
- This position will be responsible for auditing (Second line of defense testing) the Business Units across markets against applicable regulatory thereby enable the Market Compliance Officers gain assurance regarding the management of the company’s compliance risk.
Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Timely execution of fieldwork & testing of a core responsibility across all areas of laws – AML, Privacy, Anti-corruption, Consumer Protection & Fairness, etc.
- Regular and timely dialogue and communication on the progress of the work and potential findings to the Manager Compliance Testing Team and local Market Compliance Officers.
- Ability to identify and communicate findings with senior stakeholders (Directors, VPs, etc) and obtain concurrence of the findings. Be confident with stakeholder management
- From time to time, work with local Market Compliance officer to detect and identify emerging regulatory risks or impending legislation that may have impact on the Compliance Monitoring Plan.
Functional Skills
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills including the ability to conceptualize and break down complex issues into actionable tasks.
- High degree of organization, individual initiative, results and solution oriented, and personal accountability and resiliency.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English.
Qualifications
Academic Background
- Strong academic background with experience in compliance or legal knowledge would be an added advantage. Chartered Accounts, Company Secretary, CPA, LLB, ACAMS, B.Com and individuals with certifications in audit would be preferred.
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.
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