Regulatory Compliance Analyst
American Express · Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
- On site
- Full-time
- $90,000 / year
- Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Job highlights
- Ensure regulatory compliance for European entities.
- Implement new laws and regulations proactively.
- Conduct compliance risk assessments and policy reviews.
- Support business initiatives and product assessments.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and manage multiple tasks.
About the role
Regulatory Compliance Analyst - International Regulatory Compliance Team
The International Regulatory Compliance team in Spain plays a vital role in ensuring European Legal Entities adhere to all relevant laws and regulations. This position offers the chance to engage in significant projects while cultivating exceptional leadership abilities.
Responsibilities
- Advise on the implementation of new laws and regulations within the Regulatory Change Management process.
- Participate in the Compliance Risk Assessment process.
- Support business initiatives, including assessments for new products.
- Review communications and customer-facing materials for transparency and policy adherence.
- Assist in the periodic reviews of Compliance policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- University degree, preferably in Law.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of compliance regulatory experience within financial institutions or the payments industry.
- High level of English proficiency, both spoken and written, is mandatory.
- Familiarity with payment services regulations in Spain and Europe.
- Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with business teams, stakeholders, and partners.
- Excellent and robust communication (verbal and written) and influencing skills.
- Capacity to adapt to and manage multiple tasks concurrently, with a collaborative team-player attitude.
- Strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of business operations.
- Proactive with the ability to take initiative and assume responsibility.
Employment Eligibility
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in Spain is required, as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
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 supporting 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
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Key skills/competency
- Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Assessment
- Financial Institutions
- Payments Industry
- European Regulations
- Policy Development
- Stakeholder Management
- Communication Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Teamwork
Skills & topics
- Regulatory Compliance
- Compliance Analyst
- Financial Compliance
- Payments Regulation
- European Law
- Risk Assessment
- Policy Management
- American Express Jobs
- Spain Compliance
- Legal Entity Compliance
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 2-3 years of compliance experience in financial institutions or payments, emphasizing knowledge of Spanish and European regulations.
- Showcase your skills: Explicitly mention your strong English proficiency and experience in regulatory change management and risk assessment.
- Demonstrate communication: Prepare examples of how you've built positive relationships and influenced stakeholders in previous roles.
- Understand the role: Familiarize yourself with American Express's commitment to trust, security, and service, and how compliance contributes to this.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your analytical skills, business understanding, and ability to handle multiple tasks.
Technical preparation
Master European payment services regulations.,Understand financial institution compliance frameworks.,Practice risk assessment methodologies.,Review legal and policy documents.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex regulation implementation.,How do you handle conflicting stakeholder needs?,Provide an example of strong analytical skills.,How do you manage multiple tasks effectively?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific payment services regulations should I be familiar with for the Regulatory Compliance Analyst role at American Express in Spain?
- For the Regulatory Compliance Analyst position at American Express in Spain, you should be familiar with payment services regulations relevant to both Spain and the broader European Union. This includes understanding directives and local laws governing payment processing, consumer protection, data security, and anti-money laundering within the financial and payments industry.
- How important is English proficiency for the Regulatory Compliance Analyst job at American Express?
- English proficiency is a mandatory requirement for the Regulatory Compliance Analyst position at American Express. Both verbal and written communication skills in English must be at a high level, as you will be interacting with various stakeholders and potentially working with international regulations and documentation.
- What type of experience is most valued for the Regulatory Compliance Analyst role at American Express?
- American Express highly values candidates with 2-3 years of compliance regulatory experience, specifically within financial institutions or the payments industry. Experience in advisory roles for implementing new regulations, participation in compliance risk assessments, and reviewing customer-facing materials from a transparency perspective are particularly relevant.
- Does American Express offer visa sponsorship for the Regulatory Compliance Analyst position in Spain?
- No, American Express explicitly states that they will not pursue visa sponsorship for these Regulatory Compliance Analyst positions in Spain. Therefore, candidates must possess existing employment eligibility to work in Spain.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Regulatory Compliance Analyst at American Express?
- The key responsibilities for a Regulatory Compliance Analyst at American Express include acting in an advisory capacity for the implementation of new laws and regulations, participating in compliance risk assessments, supporting business initiatives with new product assessments, reviewing communications for transparency, and assisting in policy reviews.
- What is the preferred educational background for this role at American Express?
- The preferred educational background for the Regulatory Compliance Analyst role at American Express is a university degree, with a preference for a degree in Law. However, relevant experience in compliance within the financial or payments industry is also a critical requirement.
- How does the International Regulatory Compliance team contribute to American Express's mission?
- The International Regulatory Compliance team ensures that European Legal Entities comply with all applicable laws and regulations. This directly supports American Express's brand promise of trust, security, and service by maintaining operational integrity and adhering to legal standards.