Risk manager leading AML/KYC initiatives, regulatory change, and operational risk governance for American Express Canada. Advising stakeholders and reporting progress to senior leadership.
Responsibilities
Drive delivery of critical AML/KYC initiatives for the market in line with strategic priorities and AML roadmap
Execute AML regulatory changes and KYC requirements end-to-end in partnership with business and stakeholders across teams
Manage program governance and ensure effective implementation
Support execution of the company’s operational risk framework and compliance with the Enterprise-wide Operational Risk Policy and related guidance
Support internal and external audits and reviews related to AML and KYC functions
Advise the business on assessing, mitigating, and accepting risk
Integrate a strong control focus into day-to-day operations and identify and address root causes of risks
Prepare and collate status reports on key initiatives for Senior Leadership Steering Committees
Collaborate with partners across business units, functional areas, and geographies
Requirements
Proven experience leading large complex projects/programs of change through to execution, ensuring compliance with regulatory control management requirements
Exceptional communication and relationship management skills with experience producing executive-level updates
Project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance multiple demands, manage conflicts, and operate in a fast-paced, highly complex environment
Strong resilience and calm approach under pressure
Ability to ask the “right” questions without extensive knowledge in a particular business area
Strong analytics, tracking/reporting of metrics/data, and structured problem-solving skills
High proficiency in MS Visio, PowerPoint, and Excel; advanced Excel is advantageous
Employment eligibility to work with American Express; the company will not pursue visa sponsorship
10+ years overall experience in a related field, including minimum 5 years of people leadership experience (preferred)
Master's degree (preferred)
Experience in Operational Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, AML/CFT, or a related discipline (preferred)
Knowledge and experience of the German, Austrian, or European regulatory environment (preferred/advantageous)
Experience leading and performing analysis using advanced Excel, SQL, or similar (preferred)
Successful completion of a background verification check
Benefits
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
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