AML & Sanctions Compliance Testing Analyst

American Express; Madrid; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus incentives

Flexible working model

Health benefits

Job summary

American Express in Madrid seeks an Analyst of Testing Center of Excellence & Rule Optimization within GFCC. You will support transaction monitoring testing, analyze rule design and performance, and work with partner teams to improve detection capabilities across jurisdictions.

You will leverage data-driven analysis, produce reports, and contribute to process optimizations and inventory planning. The role requires 1.5+ years in Global Financial Crimes or related risk/compliance, with strong

Qualifications

• 1.5+ years in Global Financial Crimes or risk/compliance roles.
• Strong analytics to identify trends in large datasets.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly and support testing processes.
• Attention to detail in investigations and writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time-sensitive investigations of potential money laundering activity.
• Coordinate with GFCC colleagues for investigations and testing requests.
• Communicate findings clearly to diverse audiences.
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes and drive efficiencies.
• Support testing across multiple jurisdictions.
• Develop documentation for records and traceability.
• Provide AML testing support to wider team.

Skills

Analytics

Detail-oriented

Communication

Time management

Relationship building

Problem solving

Education

Academic background in Law, Finance

Certifications in Financial Crime / AML

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

American Express in Madrid seeks an Analyst of Testing Center of Excellence & Rule Optimization within GFCC. You will support transaction monitoring testing, analyze rule design and performance, and work with partner teams to improve detection capabilities across jurisdictions.

You will leverage data-driven analysis, produce reports, and contribute to process optimizations and inventory planning. The role requires 1.5+ years in Global Financial Crimes or related risk/compliance, with strong