Global Sanctions Analyst – Data & Inventory Analytics

American Express

. Analyze enterprise sanctions screening inventories, including volumes, aging, SLA performance, inflows, outflows, and backlog trends .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $65,500 - $102,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis and business intelligence, with strong capabilities in Microsoft Excel and Tableau for developing actionable insights and operational metrics. Proficient in analyzing complex datasets to support compliance and risk management within sanctions screening processes.

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Data AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelTableau Dashboard DevelopmentTrend AnalysisOperational Metrics Reporting

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Hard Skills

Data MiningTrend AnalysisData ReconciliationAnalytical ReportingKPI DevelopmentForecastingCapacity PlanningRoot-Cause AnalysisSanctions Risk AnalysisData Quality Assurance

Soft Skills

Analytical Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

TableauBridger InsightMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Sanctions ScreeningCompliance AnalyticsRisk ManagementBusiness IntelligenceOperational Performance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze enterprise sanctions screening inventories, including volumes, aging, SLA performance, inflows, outflows, and backlog trends
Perform data mining and exploratory analysis across large datasets to identify trends, anomalies, concentrations, and operational or sanctions risk
Develop, maintain, and enhance Tableau dashboards and reporting for inventory health, screening volumes, operational performance, and sanctions metrics
Analyze and reconcile complex datasets using advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities
Produce recurring and ad hoc inventory and management reporting with actionable insights for Global Sanctions leadership and stakeholders
Monitor inventory SLAs and identify backlogs, aging concerns, capacity constraints, and performance trends
Analyze historical inventory and volume patterns for forecasting, capacity planning, and resource allocation
Support sanctions match metrics reporting, including alert volumes, escalation trends, disposition outcomes, and risk indicators
Use Bridger Insight data to analyze alert inventories, escalations, workflow status, dispositions, and SLA performance
Analyze account, customer, transaction, and spend data for sanctions-related reviews and oversight
Perform data quality and reconciliation activities
Identify opportunities to automate and improve reporting and analytical processes
Develop reporting methodologies, data definitions, and documentation
Partner with Compliance, Operations, Technology, and business stakeholders on analytical solutions
Conduct root-cause and trend analysis
Support ad hoc analytical requests and data-driven investigations
Translate findings into presentations and executive-level reporting
Maintain understanding of sanctions screening processes and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Finance, Business, Risk Management, Information Systems, or a related field
1-3 years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, operations analytics, risk management, compliance analytics, or a related analytical role
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including large datasets, PivotTables, advanced formulas, lookups, data reconciliation, and analytical reporting
Experience with Tableau or comparable business intelligence/data visualization tools, including dashboard development and meaningful visualizations
Experience with data mining, trend analysis, and identifying insights from large or complex datasets
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including identifying patterns, anomalies, and root causes within data
Experience developing and maintaining operational metrics, KPIs, inventory reporting, or management reporting
Ability to translate complex analytical findings into clear business insights for technical and non-technical audiences
Attention to detail and ability to validate data accuracy and reconcile information across multiple data sources
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple reporting deliverables and priorities
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States; visa sponsorship will not be pursued

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