Analyst-Compliance
Phoenix, AZ, United States
Sunrise, FL, United States
Sandy, UT, United States
Charlotte, NC, United States
(Hybrid)
Job Description
The Global Financial Crimes Surveillance Unit (GFCSU) and the US Investigations Unit (USIU), within Global Financial Crimes Compliance (GFCC) has implemented a comprehensive screening process to identify all potential and existing account relationships among all lines of business with Sanctioned Persons & Entities and Politically Exposed Persons (PEP). The successful candidate will support the enterprise by partnering with colleagues and stakeholders in the development and execution of inventory management strategies by identifying issues impacting Screening Inventory and resource management. The primary function for this role will encompass conducting daily assessments of all generated screening alert volume, identifying low quality alerts that can be bulk closed leveraging the enterprise alert adjudication criteria, identifying escalation opportunities, and conducting alert spike
Responsibilities
How will you make an impact in this role?
Review all generated screening alert volume
Conduct triage and identify low quality alerts that are eligible for bulk closure
Leverage the Alert Prioritization Portal in Bridger to conduct bulk closures
Assess alert volume for data quality concerns across different lines of businesses
Coordinate and support the GFCSU Sanctions Inventory needs
Monitor and develop strategies to address potential alert aging, KRI, and/or KPI challenges
Assign workload to Investigation Team members to ensure timely completion of service-level agreements (SLAs).
Develop and produce Inventory Management reports to monitor SLA adherence, volume trends, and compliance with Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) controls.
Coordinate with various stakeholders within, and external, to the GFSCU to address resolve inventory management and case distribution concerns
Analyze and assess business impacts of proposed and/or implemented changes to the GFSCU's Sanctions program
Conduct life cycle data analysis and outline critical information for Senior Leadership
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
2+ years' Sanctions or data experience
Bridger experiences necessary
Superior organization and planning skills with attention to detail a must
Demonstrated ability in critical thinking, strategic planning, adaptability, and ability to work under pressure
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to influence senior management and achieve results through others
Flexible schedule required, as colleague will support teams across multiple time zones
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
A background in BSA-AML compliance, complex data analysis and reporting, audit, or complex investigations a plus
Working knowledge of Tableau
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
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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.
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
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
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Job Info
Job Identification 26009963
Job Category Compliance, Control & Legal
Posting Date 06/22/2026, 10:12 PM
Apply Before 06/30/2026, 05:00 AM
Job Schedule Full time
Locations AMEX 18850 N 56th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85054, US600 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202, US1500 NW 136th Avenue, Sunrise, FL, 33323, US115 West Towne Ridge Parkway, Sandy, UT, 84070, US(Hybrid)
Salary Range $65500 - $102500 annually + bonus + benefits
Career Area Analytics & Risk Management
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