Global Sanctions Governance- Screening Implementation Analyst Compliance

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. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this 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. Global Sanctions is responsible for developing and maintaining an effective, risk-based enterprise-wide sanctions program that focuses on establishing minimum standards, overseeing effective screening processes, completing the Sanctions Risk Assessment, developing and administering training, providing reporting and key risk indicators, and serving as the Subject Matter Experts to support all business and compliance teams. The Global Sanctions Governance- Screening Implementation Analyst will be the subject matter expert partnering with business unit screening implementation teams and function as a point of contact for screening technology teams; partner with stakeholders on data quality, completeness, and accuracy based on enterprise screening standards; collaborate with business and compliance to update relevant documentation based on data standards as necessary; advise business and compliance teams processes to document gaps/exceptions to enterprise data standards and escalate as necessary (including coordination on opening risk events or issues). How will you make an impact in this role. Will attend Bridger implementation meetings and serve as the sanctions subject matter expert on the calls. Will conduct the data element review and liaison with Bridger Tech and project teams to ensure accuracy. Provide weekly updates on the status of Bridger implementations. Attend the daily Touch base meetings with Bridger Tech Assist the Bridger Product Owners with Bridger configurations. Support with Bridger project documentation. Assist with other functions in support of the Global Sanctions Team as needed Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Risk Management, Data Analytics, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CAMS, OR CGSS preferred. 3+ years of experience in sanctions compliance, financial crime compliance, or risk management. Hands-on experience with sanctions screening tools (e.g., Bridger Insight or similar) Proven track record in supporting system implementations or technology-driven compliance projects. Experience working with data quality, completeness, and accuracy standards. Strong data analysis skills - ability to conduct data element reviews and validate accuracy. Proficiency with MS Excel, data visualization (charts/graphs), and reporting tools. Ability to prepare and maintain documentation for audits, risk assessments, and governance reporting. Strong communication and presentation skills to represent sanctions SME expertise in meetings. Excellent organizational skills to manage weekly updates, daily touch-base meetings, and project timelines. Collaborative mindset with ability to work across multiple stakeholders and business functions. Analytical problem-solving skills to identify gaps, exceptions, and escalate issues effectively. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in sanctions, PEP, or financial crimes compliance Familiarity with international regulatory environments Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders across functions. Salary Range: $55,000.00 to $105,000.00 annually + bonus + benefits The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. 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