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American Express Compliance Analyst – Compliance Issue Advisory (Issues and Risks Management) in PHL, Philippines
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Compliance Analyst – Compliance Issue Advisory (Issues and Risks Management)
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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.
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How will you make an impact in this role?
The Independent Compliance Testing (ICT) team under the Global Risk and Compliance Monitoring & Testing function performs second-line, risk-based reviews of American Express’ compliance with laws and regulations that fall within the scope of the Compliance Management System.
Other responsibilities of ICT include the management of data analytics used for ICT reviews, as well as the management and oversight Compliance related issues.
This Analyst position will provide support to the Compliance Sr. Manager and Director of Monitoring & Testing Oversight to ensure efficient operations throughout.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform qualitative analysis on root cause of Operation Risk Events/Corrective Action Plans that were not identified in ICT testing;
Perform in depth qualitative and quantitative analysis of Operational Risk Events or Corrective Action Plans root cause to identify trends and themes to provide insights and conclusions to the compliance program;
Stay abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices;
Validate Issues classified as non-compliance issues to ensure it was decisioned accurately;
Validate the details that are linked with Operational Risk Events;
Validate that Action Plans effectively mitigate regulatory risk associated with it;
Support the ICT team in validating issues identified by ICT;
Able to coordinate and manage completion of projects with different stakeholders; and
Complete other special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in internal/external audit, internal control, or other testing function (preferably in a supervisory, auditor-in-charge, or similar role);
Bachelor of Art/Science or equivalent degree;
Experience or familiarity with Compliance issues;
Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize, work in a constantly changing and deadline-driven environment, and challenge the status quo/think outside the box;
Experience or familiarity with Compliance risk including working knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing American Express businesses;
Superior organizational skills;
Familiarity with developing and maintaining MIS/reporting;
Ability to effectively influence without direct authority;
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
Demonstrated ability to manage people in a way that inspires, develops, and delivers results;
Strong verbal and written communications skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization;
Demonstrated integrity, innovation, teamwork, and excellence;
Extensive business process experience in the financial services industry, including an understanding of related products, services, features, economics, and key regulations; and
Strong project management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong analytical skills, identifying data sources and inputs and types of analysis required;
Ability to analyze ambiguous data and identify potential discrepancies and/or risk;
Relevant audit and compliance professional certifications are preferred (Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) etc.).
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with others;
Ability to work with colleagues in multiple countries and time zones;
Ability to multi-task effortlessly and deliver competing priorities under demanding deadlines;
Keen attention to detail, especially when working with multiple sources of information;
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify potential risks, possible root causes, and craft feasible operational solutions when presented with ambiguous data;
Ability to present highly technical/complex information in easily understandable terms; and
Ability to effectively communicate across all band levels (both verbally and in writing) and influence without authority.
Additional Details:
Location: BGC Corporate Center 2, 5th Avenue corner 30th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Workplace Flexibility: Full time. Must be amenable to follow a hybrid work arrangement (onsite and work from home)
Work From Home Requirements:
Must have at least 25 mbps internet connection plan / speed
Must have a private & quiet area to work at home
American Express offers a fantastic and diverse working environment. High performance is rewarded with target driven incentives
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
This role is not open to visa sponsorship according to business requirements.
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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Job: Compliance
Primary Location: Philippines-PHL-Taguig City
Schedule Full-time
Req ID: 24022574