Compliance Assistant AML

American ExpressMadrid, MadridHybridFull-timeJunior, 1–2 yearsListed 4 hours ago

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About this role

The Global Risk & Compliance (GRC) organization serves as American Express’ independent risk management function. GRC maintains the enterprise risk framework, provides oversight and challenge, and monitors key risks. By embedding risk discipline into strategy and operations, GRC enables responsible growth, innovation, and long-term value creation while protecting customers and shareholders.

- Between 1 and 3 years of proven experience in a bank/financial/payment institution, within Compliance or AML, with hands-on experience in Transaction Monitoring, Alerts Investigation, and EDD/CDD.
- Degree in law, criminology or ADE.
- Strong analytical skills are required.
- Knowledge of Spanish anti-money laundering regulations and experience in areas of customer acquisition analysis or control would be an asset.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills including the ability to conceptualize and break down complex issues.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills in Spanish and English.
- Proven report writing on suspicious activity is required for this role.
- Capable of completing task independently with minimal direction.
- A phenomenal teammate with high standards of integrity.

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in Spain is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.