In our Compliance department in Belgium, we are looking for a compliance analyst to strengthen and join our Team.
Compliance plays a critical role in protecting the company, its brand and its employees through practical, solution-focused guidance on regulatory and ethics-related matters. Compliance maintains and continually enhances a comprehensive and highly effective compliance program across the company. Compliance strives to be a valued partner to our businesses while building a reputation of credibility and effectiveness with regulators.
American Express is committed to protecting and enhancing its brand and reputation through an intense focus on customer service and ethical business conduct.
ResponsibilitiesHow will you make an impact in this role?
- The compliance analyst role provides compliance advice & support to the business on a range of compliance related activities including conducting compliance monitoring & testing, reporting (including anti-money laundering (AML), reporting & investigation, training, development of policies & procedures, risk assessments & mitigation, complaint management, and compliance communications.
- Your key tasks and responsibilities are to assist in the following activities:
- Monitoring of client’s transactions and reporting
- To support Business in terms of KYC process
- Perform testing activities the due diligence on new Clients, requesting the KYC information and documentation and making an analytical risk assessment for new accounts
- Thoroughly and succinctly document the research and analysis related to the testing and monitoring activities for an audience that includes Management, Regulators, Internal Audit, Senior Managers and Internal Compliance
- Regularly evaluate existing accounts according to established policies and procedures
- Periodical review of KYC records as to completeness including verifying that due diligence has been performed and that due diligence standards are complied with; also that the files and risk assessments are current and up to date
- Alerts handling in internal Compliance systems (GAITS, Cadence, etc)
- Participation in Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption process
- Participation in policies and procedures development and regular update
- Responsible for a good understanding of Compliance regulations, policies and procedures
Minimum Qualifications:
Combining good interpersonal skills with strong research and analytical skills
- A back ground which is a solid basis for a career as compliance professional, preferably based on a legal or economic education and compliance experience
- Able to assimilate the requirements of the role quickly
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written (Dutch and/or French and English)
- Must have good planning and time management/prioritization skills
- Ability to work independently and also to liaise with other departments
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in Belgium is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
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.
About the TeamWe 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
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Skills Required
- Good interpersonal skills and strong research and analytical skills
- Background in legal or economic education
- Excellent communication skills in Dutch and/or French and English
- Planning and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with other departments
American Express Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about American Express and has not been reviewed or approved by American Express.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay is often viewed as attractive when combined with comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage that supports day-to-day needs. The benefits package is also framed as especially helpful for those supporting dependents.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with company matching. Financial wellness services and coaching are also highlighted as strengthening longer-term financial security.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is repeatedly characterized as generous and a valued component of the overall package. Time off and flexibility are presented as helping the total rewards feel more complete beyond base salary.
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What We Do
At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day. These beliefs have been our North Star for 170 years as our business transformed – from helping evacuate travelers during World Wars, to ensuring the safety of our customers’ funds during the Great Depression in the U.S., to creating the Shop Small® movement to help small businesses recover from the Financial Crisis, to providing aid to communities impacted by many natural disasters and so much more. For generations, the key to our success has been the determination and resilience of our American Express colleagues. Now, as a globally integrated payments company, we work together to provide customers with access to products, insights and world-class experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Join us and let’s lead the way together.
