Senior Analyst – Control Management

American Express

. Act as a compliance risk advisor and support front-line business teams in understanding and complying with applicable regulatory obligations .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $78,000 - $124,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compliance risk management, including conducting risk assessments, monitoring compliance with regulations such as BSA/AML, and maintaining compliance documentation. Strong analytical and project management skills are essential for effective communication and problem-solving within operational risk frameworks.

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Compliance Risk ManagementOperational Risk ManagementProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Compliance Risk AssessmentsBSA/AML ComplianceData AnalysisProcess GovernanceRisk Scenario Evaluation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in FinanceBachelor's Degree in BusinessBachelor's Degree in Risk Management

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceInternal AuditCompliance DocumentationCompliance MetricsRegulatory Inquiries

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a compliance risk advisor and support front-line business teams in understanding and complying with applicable regulatory obligations
Support execution of compliance risk assessments and ongoing monitoring activities within the business unit
Monitor business activities for compliance with laws, regulations, and internal standards, including BSA/AML
Track and remediate compliance issues and control gaps identified through monitoring, audits, or regulatory exams
Maintain and update business-level compliance documentation, including procedures, control descriptions, and training materials
Support compliance testing, audit readiness, and business responses to regulatory inquiries and examinations
Contribute to reporting compliance metrics and trends to business leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of experience in operational risk management (e.g., within Risk and/or Internal Audit function)
Understanding of critical operational risk management lifecycle activities
Project management skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in process governance and establishing and overseeing robust decision-making processes aligned with policies, regulatory frameworks, and/or operational standards
Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States; the company will not pursue visa sponsorship
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Risk Mgmt., or related field or certifications are advantageous (preferred)

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