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American Express Senior Compliance Analyst, AML Advisory in Toronto, Ontario
Description
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How will you make an impact in this role?
The Senior Compliance Analyst, AML Advisory will play a key role in supporting the Anti-Money Laundering & Anti-Terrorist Financing (AML/ATF) Compliance Program at Amex Bank of Canada. This role has two key functions:
Providing AML Advisory to the Business – offering regulatory guidance, risk assessments, and compliance support to ensure adherence to AML/ATF policies and regulatory expectations.
Engagement with the Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) and other trade associations – focusing on analysis, tracking, meeting participation, and supporting the Senior Manager in stakeholder engagement related to AML initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
AML Advisory to the Business
Serve as an AML subject matter expert, providing regulatory guidance to business units to ensure compliance with AML/ATF policies.
Conduct AML risk assessments, ensuring appropriate controls are in place to mitigate identified risks.
Support business teams in implementing AML-related policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
Assist in the review of potential matches against regulatory control lists (e.g., OFAC, sanctions screening) and provide advisory support on decision-making.
Work closely with Compliance, Legal, and Risk teams to ensure a consistent approach to AML obligations and risk management.
Support AML training and awareness initiatives, ensuring that business teams understand compliance responsibilities and industry best practices.
Trade Association Engagement & Regulatory Monitoring
Act as a key support in Amex Bank of Canada’s engagement with the Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) and other relevant trade associations.
Monitor and analyze regulatory developments, industry trends, and policy discussions, particularly those impacting AML/ATF compliance.
Attend CBA AML working groups and other trade association meetings, summarizing key takeaways and potential impacts for internal stakeholders.
Support the Senior Manager in stakeholder engagement, ensuring the business remains informed on relevant AML policy changes and regulatory expectations.
Track industry-wide AML initiatives and collaborate with internal teams to assess their relevance and impact on company policies.
Additional Responsibilities:
Stay informed on AML/ATF regulatory updates and emerging financial crime trends, proactively identifying compliance risks.
Assist management in implementing new or revised AML/ATF regulations and policies as applicable.
Support internal audits, government examinations, and regulatory reviews, ensuring timely remediation of any compliance gaps.
Participate in mandatory training, conferences, and industry webinars to stay up to date on AML compliance developments.
Perform other duties as assigned by the AML Manager to support the overall Compliance & Ethics program.
Qualifications & Skills:
University degree or equivalent combination of education and business experience.
5 years experience working in AML with a strong knowledge of AML/ATF regulations, industry trends, and best practices.
Experience engaging with trade associations (such as CBA) or regulatory bodies on financial crime compliance matters.
Ability to analyze regulatory changes, assess business impacts, and provide strategic recommendations.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal business units, compliance teams, and external regulatory groups.
Experience in AML advisory, risk assessments, and sanctions compliance within a financial institution.
Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to summarize complex regulatory topics for various stakeholders.
Qualifications
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
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Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Job: Compliance
Primary Location: Canada-Ontario-Toronto
Schedule Full-time
Req ID: 25003286