Vice President, Global Financial Crimes Compliance – Independent Compliance Testing

American Express

. Develop and manage the global financial crimes compliance testing strategy, methodology, and annual plan .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesLead💰 $176,750 - $282,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Financial Crimes Compliance, including AML, BSA, and Fair Lending, with a strong ability to lead compliance testing strategies and manage regulatory interactions. Proficient in data analytics and risk management practices, with excellent communication skills for presenting findings to senior management and governance committees.

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Financial Crimes ComplianceAMLBSAData AnalyticsRegulatory Interaction

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentControl DesignCompliance Risk ManagementData VisualizationProject ManagementGovernance FunctionsMonitoring MethodologiesPolicy GovernanceAnalytical SkillsDecision-Making

Soft Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointExcelData Analytics Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CRCMCAMSCCEP

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRegulatory EnvironmentCompliance TestingHigh-Risk Regulatory AreasEmerging Compliance IssuesGovernance CommitteesSecond Line of DefenseRemediation ActivitiesControl GapsRoot Causes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage the global financial crimes compliance testing strategy, methodology, and annual plan
Ensure adequate coverage of high-risk regulatory areas
Oversee testing engagements and ensure timely, high-quality, well-documented work papers and reports
Prioritize testing based on regulatory requirements, risk assessments, and emerging compliance issues, including AML, UDAP, Fair Lending, BSA, Privacy, and Complaints
Identify control gaps and root causes and provide actionable recommendations
Monitor remediation activities to confirm timely closure
Support interactions with regulators and internal audit during reviews and exams
Present testing results and methodologies
Deliver regular updates and comprehensive reports to senior management, governance committees, and the Board
Lead a team of compliance testing professionals, providing coaching, feedback, and career development opportunities
Foster accountability, independence, and excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, business, law, or related field
10+ years of Financial Crimes compliance, risk, or audit experience in financial services
Deep understanding of the regulatory environment and industry best practices, especially UDAP, AML, BSA, and Fair Lending
Experience leading governance functions within the second line of defense in a financial services institution, preferably a bank
Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and managing regulatory exams
Experience with data analytics and risk management practices
Experience assessing risks, control design and effectiveness, and processes
Experience analyzing data, interpreting results, identifying discrepancies or risks, and using data analytics tools and data visualization
Extensive business process experience in the financial services industry
Strong knowledge of compliance risk management frameworks, monitoring methodologies, and regulatory expectations
Leadership and organizational capabilities to manage a global monitoring program
Experience handling policy governance objectives
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence and collaborate across organizational levels
Problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Project management and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a complex organization
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reports, presentations, and policy documents
Advanced analytics, PowerPoint, and Excel skills; ability to learn new tools quickly
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S.; visa sponsorship will not be pursued
CRCM, CAMS, or CCEP certifications are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus
Equity (if applicable)
Benefits
Opportunities to learn and grow
Programs and flexibility supporting employees personally and professionally
Career development opportunities
Recognition for contributions, leadership, and impact
Opportunity to share in the company’s success