Compliance Analyst

American Express

. Serve as the main point of contact for international sanctions partners .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,500 - $102,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in international compliance and sanctions enforcement, with strong analytical and communication skills to synthesize complex regulations and provide guidance. Capable of managing documentation and collaborating across legal and compliance functions to support global sanctions initiatives.

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International Compliance ExperienceSanctions Enforcement TrackingRegulatory Documentation ManagementAnalytical SkillsCross-Border Risk Collaboration

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Hard Skills

International ComplianceSanctions EnforcementRegulatory AnalysisDocumentation ManagementData GovernanceRisk AssessmentVersion ControlTraining DevelopmentAudit SupportRegulatory Examination

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical ThinkingCollaborationSynthesis of Complex InformationAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

Global SanctionsPEP StandardsCross-Border RiskComplianceLegal SupportInternational RegulationsSanctions RegimesRecord RetentionStakeholder EngagementProject Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the main point of contact for international sanctions partners
Track and monitor international sanctions enforcement actions
Document relevant regulatory developments across key jurisdictions
Maintain logs, reports, and records of international sanctions events
Provide contextual summaries and guidance to internal partners based on international developments
Collaborate with legal, compliance, and business units on cross-border risk matters
Support other functions in support of the Global Sanctions Team as needed
Maintain and update Enterprise Sanctions and PEP/Risk Standards
Oversee review and approval of Line of Business and Market procedures
Manage sanctions-related documentation and data governance, including version control and record retention
Monitor international sanctions developments and enforcement actions
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Technology, Control Management, GCO, and regional stakeholders
Coordinate project timelines, track progress, and deliver synthesized reporting to leadership
Develop and deliver sanctions and PEP-related training
Support sanctions-related audit and regulatory examination activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience in international compliance, risk, or legal support
Ability to work across jurisdictions and time zones
Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills
Prior experience in sanctions enforcement tracking or international regulatory compliance
Ability to synthesize complex international regulations and present key impacts
Knowledge of current global sanctions regimes
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required
American Express will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
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