Manager - Compliance

The Global Risk & Compliance Organization (GRC) is an independent risk management function, led by the Chief Risk Officer, with the objective of ensuring that American Express operates in a safe, sound, and fully compliant manner with all applicable regulatory expectations. GRC creates and maintains the overall risk management framework, performs independent risk management assessments, and monitors applicable risks.

Colleagues at GRC are passionate about our commitment to drive the Company’s goals of growth and progress by creating a culture of risk awareness and proactivity around regulatory matters.

How will you make an impact in this role?

As a Manager working on Learning, Development and Communications, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing the firm's compliance risk governance initiatives. This team is responsible for designing and implementing compliance’s program for the management of compliance related training and compliance professional development.

5+ years of experience in risk management within the financial services industry, specific expertise in compliance training governance and compliance risk management preferred

Professional regulatory compliance certification preferred (CRMC, CAMS, CCEP, CIP)

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Compliance, Business, or a related field required; JD or Master’s degree preferred.

Experience managing vendor relationships

Understanding of risk management principles, frameworks, and regulatory requirements

Understanding of regulatory frameworks and general regulatory knowledge, including consumer protection and compliance management systems preferred

Willingness to think outside the box, ask questions and raise concerns

Experience designing and delivering training programs for diverse audiences, including front-office staff, risk professionals, and senior executives

Experience designing and managing professional development programs preferred.

Strong project management. communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Strong team player, and self-motivation with the ability to handle multiple work streams across geographical locations and ad-hoc tasks simultaneously

Additional Details:

Workplace Flexibility: Full time. Must be amenable to follow a hybrid work arrangement (onsite and work from home)

Must be comfortable working in 1:30pm - 10:30pm (IST) shift.

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

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

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

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.