Analyst-Compliance

Job Description

The Analyst Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) supports the execution of key governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management activities that help ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, enterprise policies, and internal control standards. Role contributes to fostering a strong culture of compliance while supporting effective risk oversight and governance across the organization.

Designed for high-potential graduates from business schools, this role provides broad exposure to Regulatory Compliance, Governance, Enterprise Risk Management, Regulatory Change Management, Compliance Monitoring, and Financial Crime Risk Management (AML/FCRM). The Analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen governance frameworks, support business objectives, and develop analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) activities across multiple business processes.
• Assist in Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Change Management, and governance initiatives to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Support compliance monitoring, issue management, and remediation activities to strengthen the organization's control environment.
• Assist with AML, KYC, and Financial Crime Risk Management (FCRM) activities, including customer due diligence and compliance reviews, as required.
• Support enterprise risk management activities by identifying emerging risks and contributing to risk assessments aligned with the organization's risk appetite.
• Prepare governance dashboards, compliance reports, management presentations, and risk metrics to support business and leadership decision-making.
• Support internal audits, regulatory examinations, and other governance reviews by maintaining accurate documentation and evidence.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Business, Control Management, Legal, and Audit teams on governance, risk, and compliance initiatives.
• Analyze data to identify trends, generate business insights, and support continuous process improvement.
• Leverage approved AI-powered productivity tools to enhance research, analysis, reporting, and operational efficiency while adhering to responsible AI, data privacy, and information security standards.
  
  

Demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and a strong governance, risk, and compliance mindset

Qualifications

Education

• Full-time MBA/Post Graduate Degree from Business School.
• Strong academic performance throughout.
• Fresh graduate.
• Internship or project experience in Banking, Financial Services, Risk, Compliance, Governance, Audit, Consulting, or Analytics is preferred but not mandatory.
  
  

Experience

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate business, compliance, and risk-related information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability and curiosity to leverage AI-powered productivity tools to enhance research, analysis, reporting, and operational efficiency while adhering to responsible AI practices, data privacy, and information security standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; exposure to analytical or visualization tools is an added advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated interest in Governance, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Services, or Financial Crime Risk Management.
• Self-confident with a strong sense of integrity and the ability to constructively challenge and be challenged.
• High ethical standards with a strong governance, risk, and control mindset.
  
  

About Us

At 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 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
• 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 an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.