The Compliance Analyst supports the Anti-Money Laundering & Anti-Terrorist Financing (AML/ATF) Program for Amex Bank of Canada as part of the AML Operations team, conducting investigative and operational activities in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal American Express policies.
This role is responsible for supporting the detection, investigation, escalation, and reporting of potential financial crime risk while contributing to the effectiveness of the Bank’s AML operational environment. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of AML and financial crime operational activities within a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Responsibilities- Conduct investigations related to transaction monitoring alerts, sanctions screening, and potentially suspicious activity, ensuring appropriate risk assessment, documentation, escalation, and case resolution.
- Prepare detailed investigative case files and narratives to support regulatory reporting obligations, including Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and other required filings.
- Support financial crime risk management activities including sanctions and media screening, customer due diligence reviews, Politically Exposed Person (PEP) assessments, Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) reporting.
- Maintain accurate case documentation, operational records, and reporting logs while ensuring alignment with internal procedures, regulatory requirements, and established service level expectations.
- Participate in quality assurance and operational activities to support investigative consistency, reporting accuracy, process effectiveness, and timely remediation of identified issues.
- Manage multiple workflows and competing priorities while exercising sound judgment and maintaining strong attention to detail in a high-volume operational environment.
- Partner with internal stakeholders across Compliance, Governance, Advisory, and business teams to support AML-related matters, procedural updates, audit and examination requests, and other operational initiatives, as required.
- Stay current on AML/ATF, sanctions, anti-corruption, and broader financial crime regulatory developments and participate in ongoing training and professional development activities.
- Support the AML Manager and broader AML Operations team with additional operational initiatives and responsibilities, as assigned.
- University degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant business experience.
- Experience in AML operations, financial crime investigations, compliance operations, or banking operations is preferred.
- Knowledge of banking products, financial services, and operating within a regulated environment is considered an asset.
- Familiarity with transaction monitoring systems, sanctions screening processes, customer due diligence, and AML/ATF regulatory requirements is preferred.
- Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to identify trends, assess risk, and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational, documentation, and case management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and work effectively under pressure while meeting deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly document investigative findings and regulatory reporting narratives.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word; PowerPoint experience is considered an asset.
Employment eligibility to work with American Express is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions
The job posting is for an existing vacancy.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- Support for financial-well-being and retirement
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
- 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
American Express is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment in which all people who apply for positions or who work for or on behalf of Amex are treated with dignity and respect and are provided with equal treatment with respect to employment, regardless of that person's age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, colour, ancestry, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion or creed, marital status, family status, pregnancy, disability, record of offences, social condition or origin, political beliefs, association or activity or other factors prohibited under applicable Human Rights legislation (the “Prohibited Grounds”). If you have a disability and need accommodation, please speak with the Recruiter for more information.
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
About UsAt American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
Skills Required
- University degree or equivalent education and relevant business experience
- Experience in AML operations, financial crime investigations, or compliance operations
- Knowledge of banking products and financial services
- Familiarity with transaction monitoring systems and AML regulatory requirements
- Strong analytical and investigative skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
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