You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back.

With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.

At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.

Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.

Responsibilities:

To develop and maintain an adequate knowledge of the global financial crime environment.  Conduct time-sensitive, meticulous reviews of financial activity identified through transaction monitoring and referrals across multiple jurisdictions and countries, using a wide variety of research and analytical tools. Producing well-written reports detailing and analyzing potentially suspicious activity. Understanding of system rules for transaction monitoring and able to interpret complex red flag indicators. Management of internal and external SLAs for alerts without any miss. Tracking the same using various internal tools and creating controls for adherence. Collaborate with lines of business and building relationships with strategic partners across the unit to ensure effective coordination of significant matters.  Understands risk categorization and able to conduct Enhanced Due Diligence on the customers accordingly. Working knowledge of sanctions and PEP screening process. Ensuring effectiveness of the Compliance program and maintaining best in class Compliance culture within AEBC. Perform quality assurance reviews and provide feedback, as appropriate.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

A strong academic qualification such as CA, MBA, CAMS, or LLB is preferred. Prior experience in AML compliance will be considered an added advantage. Sound understanding of global anti-money laundering trends, along with RBI-issued regulations applicable to commercial banks and payment operators, particularly in the context of AML/KYC compliance. Self-motivated, dependable, and adaptable with strong attention to detail. Proven ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment. Familiarity with applicable laws, regulations, and enterprise-wide policies. Capable of interpreting and applying them in the context of local compliance standards. Excellent collaborative skills to foster positive working relationships with peers, compliance counterparts, and business stakeholders. Proficient in managing multiple stakeholders and providing timely guidance and support to business partners. Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities, with the capacity to interact effectively with senior management. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, to ensure effective documentation and reporting.

Work Location: Onsite

We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:

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.