Director, Compliance – Financial Crimes Training

American Express

. Lead the enterprise-wide Financial Crimes Compliance training strategy aligned with regulatory expectations and business priorities .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeNew York City • Arizona • United StatesLead💰 $123,000 - $215,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Financial Crimes Compliance training strategy, focusing on AML, OFAC, and BSA requirements while leveraging data analytics to enhance training effectiveness. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and collaborate with senior leadership to align training initiatives with regulatory expectations.

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Financial Crimes ComplianceAML Training Program DesignLeadership DevelopmentData Analytics for TrainingRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

AMLBSAOFACSanctionsTraining Program DevelopmentRisk-Based Training ApproachTraining Needs AnalysisKPI DefinitionCompliance FrameworksContinuous Education Programs

Soft Skills

Stakeholder InfluenceTeam ManagementCollaborationAccountabilityInnovation

Tools & Technologies

Learning TechnologiesData Analytics ToolsDigital Learning PlatformsSimulation ToolsScenario-Based Training Approaches

Certifications & Qualifications

CAMS

Industry Keywords

Financial Crimes ComplianceRegulatory GovernanceGlobal Financial InstitutionHighly Regulated EnvironmentTraining Effectiveness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the enterprise-wide Financial Crimes Compliance training strategy aligned with regulatory expectations and business priorities
Translate evolving AML, OFAC, and BSA requirements into effective training programs
Advise senior leadership on compliance learning, risk awareness, and capability building
Drive a risk-based training approach focused on high-impact areas and emerging threats
Lead the Enterprise Financial Crimes Training Needs Analysis
Oversee training governance, controls, processes, documentation, and regulatory compliance
Manage budgets, vendors, and external training partners
Oversee design, development, and deployment of mandatory AML, Sanctions, and ABAC training
Oversee role-based, advanced-risk, onboarding, and continuous education programs
Ensure training content remains current, engaging, and aligned with regulatory guidance and internal policies
Use digital learning, simulations, and scenario-based training approaches
Partner with Financial Crimes Risk, Testing, and Audit teams to address findings and improve training effectiveness
Collaborate with FCC leaders, business units, HR, and global partners to identify needs and deliver tailored solutions
Represent training initiatives in regulatory discussions, audits, and governance forums
Define KPIs and metrics for training effectiveness, completion, and risk reduction
Use data and analytics to improve programs and demonstrate impact
Deliver insights and reporting to senior leadership and regulators
Lead and develop training professionals and subject matter experts
Foster accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Build succession and capability within the training organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in Financial Crimes Compliance and Learning & Development
Deep expertise in AML, Sanctions, and broader FCC regulatory frameworks, including BSA/AML, OFAC, and FATF
Proven experience designing and leading enterprise-wide compliance training programs
Strong leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate in a highly matrixed organization
Experience in a global financial institution or highly regulated environment preferred
Degree in Business, Compliance, or related field preferred
Relevant certifications, such as CAMS, preferred
Familiarity with learning technologies and data analytics tools preferred
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required; visa sponsorship is not available

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
Equity, if applicable