American Express

Manager-Compliance

American Express$100K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of compliance, risk, or audit experience in financial services; expertise in compliance monitoring and oversight.
  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred, not required).
  • Strong knowledge of compliance risk management frameworks and regulatory expectations.
  • Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reports and presentations.

Responsibilities

  • Review monitoring activities for completeness and adherence to standards.
  • Validate supporting documentation to confirm findings and risk assessments.
  • Execute quality control checklists to ensure compliance with procedures.
  • Identify and challenge deficiencies in documentation and procedures.
  • Monitor compliance with standards to ensure consistency across teams.
  • Track and escalate quality issues to appropriate stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with Compliance Testing and Risk Management teams to promote consistency.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and bonus incentives.
  • 6% company match on retirement savings plan.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits.
  • 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender.
  • Flexible working model with hybrid or virtual arrangements available.
  • Free access to global on-site wellness centers, depending on location.
  • Career development and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Manager of Compliance Monitoring to support and execute the firm's ongoing compliance monitoring activities designed to assess adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and compliance standards. This role plays a critical part in identifying emerging risks, providing continuous oversight, and strengthening the firm's overall compliance risk management framework.

The Manager will report to the Director of Compliance Monitoring and work closely with business units, Compliance Testing, Risk, and Governance teams to provide effective challenges, promote accountability, and help ensure sustainable compliance across products, services, and operational processes.

Responsibilities

  • Review Monitoring Activities and Results to ensure completeness, accuracy, consistency, and adherence to approved monitoring methodologies and standards.
  • Validate Supporting Evidence and Documentation to confirm findings, conclusions, and risk assessments are adequately supported and documented.
  • Execute Quality Control Checklists to verify all required procedures, documentation, approvals, and reporting requirements have been completed.
  • Identify and Challenge Deficiencies by detecting documentation gaps, inconsistencies, methodology deviations, or unsupported conclusions and returning items for correction as needed.
  • Monitor Compliance with Standards to ensure monitoring activities are executed consistently across teams and in accordance with established governance requirements.
  • Track and Escalate Quality Issues including recurring errors, control weaknesses, and governance exceptions to appropriate stakeholders.
  • Maintain Quality Metrics and Records to support reporting, trend analysis, and program oversight.
  • Support Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities to strengthen monitoring procedures, quality standards, review checklists, and governance processes.
  • Collaborate with Compliance Testing, Risk Management, Audit, and Governance teams to promote consistency in oversight activities and reduce duplication across compliance assurance functions.
  • Build strong partnerships across the organization to effectively influence stakeholders, provide credible challenges, and support proactive risk management practices.


Qualifications

  • Experience: 5+ years of compliance, risk, or audit experience in financial services; demonstrated expertise in compliance monitoring and oversight.
  • Minimum Academic Requirements: Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred, not required.

Skills and Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of compliance risk management frameworks, monitoring methodologies, and regulatory expectations.
  • Strong leadership and organizational capabilities to manage a global monitoring program.
  • Professional experience in handling policy governance objectives and quality control governance objectives.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with people at all levels of the organization.
  • Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance business objectives with regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skill, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Ability to both work independently and collaboratively with team-members and to navigate a complex organization.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for preparing and delivering reports, presentations, and policy documents.
  • Experience in delivering high quality work products, reflecting attention to detail.
  • Must be a self-starter flexible, innovative, and adaptive.
  • Advanced analytics, PowerPoint and excel skills with an ability to learn new tools quickly.


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

About the Team

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
  • 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.

The below 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.

About American Express

Amex provides industrial services to the coatings and linings sector, providing support for commercial, industrial, and maritime projects such as petrochemical, power, and water treatment industries. They offer painting services for steel structures, storage tank linings and coatings, pipelines, floors, and marine vessels such as ships, tugboats, and barges.

American Express Careers

Join the vibrant team at American Express, a global leader in financial services, and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. At American Express, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a chance to be part of a culture that is committed to excellence and inclusive growth. Work You’ll Do At American Express, we are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential. With a variety of career paths available in areas such as technology, marketing, finance, and customer service, American Express is the perfect place to advance your career. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who thrive on innovation and collaboration. Join our team and contribute to a company known for its prestigious history of leadership in the credit card industry. Engage in meaningful work that makes a real impact on our global scale business operations. American Express Leadership and Development Programs We believe in nurturing the leadership skills of our employees with extensive training programs and leadership development opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and professional development. Internship Opportunities Start your career with an internship at American Express and gain valuable industry experience. Our internships offer a chance to develop skills, work on challenging projects, and learn from leaders in the industry. Interns at American Express are considered integral members of the team and are given responsibilities that provide a real insight into their future career paths. Diversity and Inclusion At American Express, diversity and inclusion are at the core of our company culture. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee feels valued and inspired. We offer diversity training programs that empower our employees to thrive and lead in a global marketplace. Networking and Innovation Our employees enjoy unparalleled opportunities for networking and personal growth through our global connections and innovative projects. American Express encourages a culture of innovation that helps propel our company and your career forward. Career Benefits and Growth American Express is dedicated to the growth of its employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and family leave, ensuring that our team members have the support they need to succeed both at work and in their personal lives. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities and open positions at American Express. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about their careers and interested in working for a company that offers a dynamic and supportive environment. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from American Express Careers by following our career blog and signing up for job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to receive updates that match your skills and interests. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at American Express. SEARCH AMERICAN EXPRESS JOBS Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership opportunity, American Express offers a path to a rewarding career. Join us and make a difference with your passion, creativity, and drive.
Learn more about American Express
Size
64,000 employees
Market Cap
$108.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1850
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$37 billion
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