Amazon is seeking an innovative and resultsdriven financial services compliance professional to support the compliance program for Amazon Payments Inc. (API) a FinCEN registered money service business operating in multiple US states as a licensed money transmitter. This role will focus on the further development of the API Compliance Program given current and future business products and services.
Key job responsibilities
As a Compliance Manager within the 2nd line North America Compliance Office youll be instrumental in ensuring regulatory compliance for API with a primary focus on financial crimes compliance. This role requires a resilient compliance professional who thrives in a dynamic highgrowth environment and can translate complex regulatory requirements into practical innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and implementation of APIs compliance strategy ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory requirements
Provide guidance on AML/CFT compliance matters to crossfunctional teams
Conduct comprehensive AML/CFT risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
Spearhead the creation documentation and maintenance of robust compliance policies and procedures
Review challenge and approve risk records policy breaches and escalation matters
Prepare insightful reports for internal governance committees highlighting key trends and recommendations
Support examination and external audit processes ensuring organizational readiness and effective presentation of compliance controls
Monitor regulatory changes and emerging risks proactively communicating developments to stakeholders
Champion customercentric compliance solutions that balance regulatory requirements with business objectives
Drive innovation in compliance processes leveraging data analytics and technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
About the team
Join our ambitious North America Compliance team where we view compliance as a strategic enabler for Amazons growth. Were passionate about innovation collaboration and maintaining the highest standards of integrity. Our team thrives on intellectual debate and is committed to upholding Amazons core values in everything we do.
4 years of compliance program management legal governance audit risk/loss prevention or equivalent experience
Bachelors degree or equivalent
Deep understanding of AML/BSA and Money Transmission regulations including the Bank Secrecy Act NYDFS Part 504 AntiMoney Laundering Act of 2020 and FinCENs National AML/CFT Priorities
3 years of program requirements definition and data and metrics leveraging to drive improvements experience
Experience with SQL and Excel
Professional certification such as CAMS or CRCM
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