Senior Compliance Analyst, AML Advisory

American Express; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

American Express is seeking a Senior Compliance Analyst for their AML Advisory team in Toronto. This role will provide essential advisory support regarding Anti-Money Laundering regulations, ensuring compliance and engaging with trade associations. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in AML compliance and strong stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience working in AML.
• Strong knowledge of AML / ATF regulations.
• Experience engaging with trade associations.

Responsibilities

• Provide AML advisory to business ensuring compliance.
• Conduct AML risk assessments to mitigate risks.
• Assist in regulatory compliance and training.

Skills

AML Advisory

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Assessments

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

University degree or equivalent

Job description

We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic wellbeing. That means we prioritize their physical financial and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include :

• Support for financialwellbeing 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 onsite 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 committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment in which all people who apply for positions or who work for or on behalf of Amex are treated with dignity and respect and are provided with equal treatment with respect to employment regardless of that persons age sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression race colour ancestry ethnic or national origin citizenship religion or creed marital status family status pregnancy disability record of offences social condition or origin political beliefs association or activity or other factors prohibited under applicable Human Rights legislation (the Prohibited Grounds). If you have a disability and need accommodation please speak with the Recruiter for more information.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check subject to applicable laws and regulations.

You Lead the Way. Weve 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 youll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey thats unique and meaningful to you with benefits programs and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.

At American Express youll be recognized for your contributions leadership and impactevery colleague has the opportunity to share in the companys success. Together well win as a team striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the worlds best customer experience every day. And well do it with the utmost integrity and in an environment where everyone is seen heard and feels like they belong.

Join Team Amex and lets lead the way together.

How will you make an impact in this role

The Senior Compliance Analyst AML Advisory will play a key role in supporting the AntiMoney Laundering & AntiTerrorist 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 AMLrelated 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 decisionmaking.
• 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 Canadas 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.
• T rack industrywide 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.

Required Experience :

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Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Compliance

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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