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American Express Manager-Compliance in Phoenix, Arizona
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This role is generally responsible for managing the day-to-day execution of compliance reviews performed by the Independent Compliance Testing (ICT) team. The Manager will provide general support to the Director of ICT to ensure effective and efficient execution of the multi-year ICT plan, including:
Preparing Announcement Memorandums for review and issuance, including verifying all key internal stakeholders are identified on the distribution
Scheduling and conducting planning meetings with Line of Business Compliance Officers and/or key business partners to identify in-scope regulations, risks, and controls
Planning and scoping the review in compliance with the ICT Manual
Updating ICT and other Compliance Management on the progress of the review and escalating issues
As needed, facilitating status update meetings with the relevant stakeholders
Preparing work papers and ensuring documentation has been properly finalized (including resolution of all outstanding items), approved, and filed
Assisting in preparing the ICT report, including verifying all key internal stakeholders are identified on the distribution
Validating action plans are completed in accordance with the agreed upon terms and appropriately documenting the results
Assisting with Quality Assurance reviews of work papers
Providing feedback on ICT program governance materials
Managing Analysts to ensure testing is completed accurately, with quality, and within testing timelines
Mentoring and coaching Analysts on testing processes and execution
Executing on special projects and other duties as assigned
Staying abreast of applicable Regulatory and legislative changes
Minimum Qualifications
3 to 5 years’ experience in compliance, internal or external audit, internal control, or other testing or equivalent work experience.
Understanding of internal control frameworks, RBST including objective/transactional and control testing, and other compliance testing and monitoring activities.
Working knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing American Express businesses.
Possess a strong understanding of banking systems and processes; strong computer knowledge; excellent MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
Technology experience in software development or analytics preferred.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
CRCM, CIA, CAMS, CPA or related designation preferred
Successful candidates must also possess the following soft skills:
Strong analytical skills, detail oriented, and ability to identify potential compliance issues, potential root causes, and feasible operational solutions.
Strong collaborative skills and ability to work in a matrix environment and on cross-functional teams.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization.
Ability to translate technical information into easily understandable terms.
Be self-motivated, dependable, adaptable and detail oriented with a proven ability to work independently or within a team environment as required.
Strong presentation and project management skills.
Qualifications
Salary Range: $90,000.00 to $165,000.00 annually bonus benefits
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:
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
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
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Job: Compliance
Primary Location: US-Arizona-Phoenix
Other Locations: US-Utah-Sandy
Schedule Full-time
Req ID: 24010033