This position will be a part of the International Independent Compliance Testing (IICT) team which is responsible for reviewing (Second line of defense testing) several Business Units across multiple international markets against applicable regulations thereby enabling the Legal Entity Compliance Officers gain assurance regarding the management of the company’s compliance risk.
Ensure execution of fieldwork testing across all areas of law, including AML, Privacy, Anti-Corruption, Consumer Protection & Fairness, and related domains.Maintain regular, proactive communication on work progress and potential findings with the Manager, Compliance Testing Team, and local Market Compliance Officers.
Identify, articulate, and present findings to senior stakeholders (Directors, VPs, etc.), effectively managing stakeholders and securing concurrence on conclusions.
Demonstrate sound knowledge of the Enterprise Issue Management Framework, including issue identification, documentation, escalation, and providing adequate support through remediation and closure.
Collaborate with local Market Compliance Officers, as needed, to identify emerging regulatory risks or upcoming legislation that may impact the Compliance Monitoring Plan.
Demonstrate strong alignment with the American Express Leadership Model by setting the agenda, bringing others along, acting with integrity, and prioritizing enterprise-wide thinking. Minimum 5 of relevant experience in audit/risk advisory with the Big Fours or in a bank/financial institution, preferably with Anti-Money Laundering background.
Academic Background
Good academic qualification with experience in compliance or legal with Anti-Money Laundering knowledge would be an added advantage. CA, CS, CPA, CAMS, MBA and individuals with certifications in audit would be preferred.
Functional Skills
Strong internal control and validating testing skills is a MUSTAbility to work independently from understanding the regulation, designing the test script, execution of fieldwork testing, communication of findings to business and to reporting gaps.Strong problem solving and analytical skills including the ability to conceptualize and break down complex issues into actionable tasks.High degree of organization, individual initiative, results and solution oriented, and personal accountability and resiliency.Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English.