Administration Assistant – UK AML Operations Team

American Express

. Monitor the UK AML Team inbox and manage emails and requests from the business .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeBrighton • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in AML compliance processes, including KYC data management and sanctions screening, while effectively managing communications and documentation within a team environment. Possesses a foundational understanding of UK AML regulations and the ability to support investigations of suspicious activities.

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AML ComplianceKYC Data ManagementSanctions ScreeningMS Excel ProficiencyTeamwork and Communication

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Hard Skills

AML ComplianceKYC Data ManagementSanctions ScreeningOperations ExperienceDocument Tracking

Soft Skills

TeamworkCommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMulti-tasking

Tools & Technologies

MS Office

Industry Keywords

AMLCTFProceeds of Crime Act 2002Money Laundering RegulationsTerrorist Financing RegulationsJMLSGBribery Act 2010Terrorism Act 2000

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor the UK AML Team inbox and manage emails and requests from the business
Receive weekly reports and occasional internal suspicious activity reports (ISARs), and set up casework for AML Compliance Analysts to conduct AML investigations
Receive requests and escalate accounts for termination when KYC data has not been obtained, liaising with the UK AML Team Manager to seek Senior Management approval
Track requests and document completion
Manage financial crime terminations after senior leader approval
Conduct ad hoc sanctions screening
Transcribe and distribute team meeting minutes
Potentially assist over time with investigating and reporting suspicious activity to the National Crime Agency (NCA)
Potentially conduct PEP, SIP, and sanctions screening on UK customers across all Lines of Business

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong teamwork, communication, organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel
Experience in an operations environment such as New Accounts, Credit, or Fraud
Understanding of internal American Express AML/CTF Policies and procedures (if internal candidate)
Experience as an Administrative Assistant, Virtual Assistant, or Office Admin Assistant
Preferred: background in Compliance, Risk, and AML
Preferred: basic awareness of relevant laws, regulations, standards, and policies relevant to AESEL and AEPSL regarding AML and CTF
Preferred: basic awareness of the UK AML Regime and ability to interpret AML/CTF requirements, including the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, relevant Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Regulations, JMLSG, Bribery Act 2010, and Terrorism Act 2000
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the UK; the company will not pursue visa sponsorship
Successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

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