Analyst - Compliance

American Express is a well-established company with a long history of innovation and a commitment to customer service. The Sanctions Analyst role involves ensuring compliance with OFAC/Sanctions regulations and mitigating sanctions-related risks through investigation and analysis of compliance issues.ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary escalation point for enterprise-wide escalations of likely sanctions matchesProvide subject matter expertise regarding Sanctions and PEP regulationsIdentify regulatory OFAC/Sanctions compliance issues/concerns and make suggestions and/or take corrective actions to implement solutions to improve controls/operationsInvestigate apparent breaches of regulation/compliance standards, make recommendations as appropriate, and execute implementation of corrective measuresReview and analyze OFAC/Sanctions inquiries and potential hitsPrepare OFAC block and reject reportsSkillsExperience with Lexis Nexis Bridger or similar sanctions screening software is requiredA good understanding of the AML and Sanctions risks posed by certain jurisdictionsOutstanding written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively to a wide spectrum of external and internal audiencesStrong organizational skills with proven ability to simultaneously drive multiple complex initiatives to completionStrong people leadership and management skills with an ability to influence at all levelsAbility to multi-task and manage competing priorities under demanding deadlinesOutstanding judgment and analytical skills, including the ability to be proactive (e.g., predictive of issues before they occur) as well as reactiveLeadership, advocacy and influencing skills, with proven ability to secure consensus among divergent and sometimes conflicting interestsStrong computer knowledge, including excellent MS Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint SkillsBenefitsCompetitive base salariesBonus incentives6% Company Match on retirement savings planFree financial coaching and financial well-being supportComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefitsFlexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacyFree access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds programCareer development and training opportunitiesCompany OverviewAmerican Express is a financial services company that provides credit cards, charge cards, payment solutions, and related services. It was founded in 1850, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.americanexpress.com.



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