Job Description

:You Lead the Way. We\xe2\x80\x99ve 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\xe2\x80\x99ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that\xe2\x80\x99s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.At American Express, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact\xe2\x80\x94every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company\xe2\x80\x99s success. Together, we\xe2\x80\x99ll win as a team, striving to uphold our and powerful backing promise to provide the world\xe2\x80\x99s best customer experience every day. And we\xe2\x80\x99ll 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.\xc2\xb7 Developing and maintaining an effective Compliance program to ensure a best in class Complianceculture within AEBC.\xc2\xb7 Providing guidance to business units on regulatory matters and interpretation of guidelinesissued by various regulators.

• Providing guidance and support to the lines of businesses through participation in new

product/service projects

• Providing direction and assist business partners regarding Compliance activities, laws and

regulations.

• Ensure that business activities are aligned to American Express Company compliance program

and local regulations in local market

• Providing advice and guidance on compliance issues within the market in a manner consistent

with all local directives, circulars, and communications.

• Supporting the Market Compliance Office in achieving the Market Goals within the defined time

line, in closing out the identified Gaps and resolving outstanding compliance issues.

• Developing and executing a compliance training program for AEBC with specific focus on

consumer card acquisitions and related practices. Assist management in promoting staffawareness of compliance requirements, in partnership with designated ComplianceChampions.

• Ensuring compliance-training programs are updated as required, attendance is tracked and that

all employees are scheduled for appropriate training as per the market Compliance program.Conduct periodic classroom training session based on an Annual compliance training plan tocover Code of Conduct, AML / KYC and FCPA training and such other topics as decided by theCompliance & Ethics group from time to time.

• Maintaining working knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory requirements. As needed,

utilize General Counsel\'s Office, Global / Market Compliance Office, or other line of businesssubject matter compliance experts. Ensure that business activities are aligned to AmericanExpress Company compliance program and local regulations in local market.

• Provide regular updates to various committees within AEBC

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 to 12 years of relevant experience in consultancy within the Big Four or in a

bank/financial institution background.

• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communications skills.

• Good knowledge of AML Laws and practices

• Strong knowledge of Banking Regulations Act, Prevention of Money Laundering Act and other

laws applicable to Commercial Banks and Payment Operators

• Working knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, Office of Foreign Assets Control

(preferred)

• Ability to operate multi-nationally with regulators, law enforcement, business partners and

Agents

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills including the ability to conceptualize and break

down complex issues into actionable tasks.

• Ability to address large groups and conduct training.

• High standard of integrity.

• Strong computer knowledge; excellent MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills.

• Ability to multitask effortlessly and manage competing priorities under demanding deadlines.

• Must be self-motivated, dependable, adaptable and detail oriented with a proven ability to work

independently or within a team environment.

• Good academic qualification with experience in compliance, audit or legal would be an

advantage. Prior experience in a control / support function would be given preference.

• Fair knowledge of the Card industry and its business practices with good understanding of end

to end front office and Back office activities.

• Preferably CA/CS/LLB/CAMS/CIA/MBA.

• Handled Regulatory Compliance within large banks or payment operators

• Experience in working with regulatory bodies will be an added advantage.

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.

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