Manager-Compliance

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.As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this 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.How will you make an impact in this role?American Express is seeking a detail-oriented Compliance Manager to support the business in managing compliance risk across products, processes, and customer interactions.(Mexico-Argentina-Canada)This role is responsible for first line regulatory-related advisory across regulatory change, materials review, controls, and issue management, as well as reporting on key compliance metrics.The Compliance Manager plays a key part in ensuring that day-to-day operations align with regulatory requirements and internal policies, working closely with both business and compliance partners.The ideal candidate has strong regulatory knowledge, a process mindset, and the ability to translate risk concepts into practical actions.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a compliance risk advisor to front-line business teams, helping them understand and comply with applicable regulatory obligations.Support the execution of compliance risk assessments and ongoing monitoring activities within the business unit.Partner with operations, product, and technology teams to design and enhance controls that mitigate regulatory and operational risks.Monitor business activities for compliance with laws, regulations, and internal standards (e.G., UDAAP, Fair Lending, Privacy, BSA/AML).Track and remediate compliance issues and control gaps identified through monitoring, audits, or regulatory exams.Maintain and update business-level compliance documentation, including procedures, control descriptions, and training materials.Collaborate with second line Compliance and Legal teams on policy interpretation, regulatory change implementation, and incident response.Support compliance testing, audit readiness, and business responses to regulatory inquiries and examinations.Assist with delivery of compliance-related training to business staff.Contribute to reporting of compliance metrics and trends to business leadership.QualificationsRequired:Advanced English (The Hiring Leader is based in Phoenix)Bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or a related discipline.5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or control-related roles in financial services.Understanding of regional regulatory environments and enforcement trends in Latin America, Canada, and the Caribbean.Working knowledge of key U.S. banking regulations (e.G., BSA/AML, UDAAP, Reg E, Reg Z, Fair Lending, Privacy).Experience supporting compliance or operational risk within a business or first line function.Preferred:Compliance or risk certification (e.G., CRCM, CAMS, CCEP).Familiarity with issue management, risk assessments, and control testing processes.Experience working in a matrixed environment or with cross-functional teams.Skills & CompetenciesStrong attention to detail and critical thinking skillsAbility to analyze regulatory requirements and apply them in a business contextEffective communication and relationship-building skillsProactive, self-motivated, and comfortable managing multiple prioritiesSound judgment and problem-solving capabilitiesWe 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 salariesBonus incentivesSupport for financial-well-being and retirementComprehensive 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 needGenerous 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 programCareer development and training opportunitiesOffer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.#J-*****-Ljbffr