Compliance Analyst

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.

The International Regulatory Compliance team in Spain performs a critical role in ensuring that the European Legal Entities comply with all applicable laws and regulations. This team will give the candidate the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, whilst developing world-class leadership skills.

How will you make an impact in this role?

• Advisory role in the implementation of new laws and regulations in the Regulatory Change Management process.


• Participation in the Compliance Risk Assessment process.


• Support business initiatives impacting different lines of business in Spain, including new products assessments. 


• Communications and customer-facing materials review from a transparency perspective and in line with internal policies.


• Support in the periodic reviews of Compliance policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• University degree (preferably in Law).


• At least 2-3 years of Compliance regulatory experience related to financial institutions or payments industry.


• Strong English proficiency (C2) is a must, both verbal and written.


• Must be familiar with payment services regulation in Spain and Europe.


• Ability to build positive relationships with business, stakeholders and partners.


• Excellent and solid communication (verbal and written) and influencing skills.


• Ability to adapt and handle several tasks at the same time and to work as a team.


• Analytical skills and strong business understanding.


• Initiative and ability to assume responsibilities. 

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.