Apprentice - Sanctions

Job Description

American Express’s Global Financial Crimes Surveillance Unit (GFCSU) and the US Investigations Unit (USIU) are part of the broader Global Risk & Compliance organization, operating within Global Financial Crimes Compliance (GFCC).

Responsibilities

How will you make an impact in this role?

This internship provides hands on exposure to comprehensive screening processes to identify potential and existing account relationships among lines of business with Sanctioned Persons & Entities and Politically Exposed Persons (PEP). The screening team performs a critical role in ensuring that American Express adheres to international regulations. This position will work globally with various teams across American Express, market compliance officers, line of business representatives and CADENCE users, among others.

Conducting Sanctions and Politically Exposed Persons screening in Bridger, the enterprise screening tool.

• Performing enhanced due diligence research.
• Collaborating with lines of business and market compliance teams to investigate and resolve potential sanctions matches.
• Timely clearance of Bridger hits which surface during the payments processing/batch scanning/real time etc. as per the sanctions manual /relevant policy in force from time to time.
• Meet established Compliance & Control goals.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to support the different FX & Global Pay locations.
• Timely reporting and escalation of significant issues.
• Strong flexibility/ adaptability to manage multiple tasks within stringent time frames while maintaining accuracy.
• Must be organized and focused on seamless process delivery having a keen eye for detail and strong bent of mind towards controls and compliance.
• Strong learner with the ability to learn while doing the job.
  
  

This role may be subject to additional background verification checks.     

Qualifications

• Studies in areas of consideration: Finance, Accounting, Economics, Criminal Justice/Criminology, Business Administration, Computer Science/Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Law. Other majors will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• ACAMS or certification in Compliance, AML, or Financial Crime related fields will be a plus.
• Knowledge of compliance, regulatory framework, AML legislation and specific financial crime, sector, and geopolitical issues, is an advantage.
• Keen attention to detail in investigation, analysis, and documentation.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Computer and internet research skills.
• Effective communication and excellent writing skills.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written). Knowledge of languages other than English would be a plus.
• High level of professionalism, self-motivation, and eagerness to learn.
• This role may be subject to additional background verification checks. 
  
  

Duration - 12 Months

Compliance Language

Benefits

We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:

• Cab facility
• Free meals
• Flexible working model with hybrid arrangement
• Training and development 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 contractual employment as an Apprentice with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations

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.

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