Director - USCS Governance, Reporting & Independent Review
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Risk Management Leader

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented colleague to lead our ERM Governance, Reporting and Independent Review team in the second line of defense aligned with our business units. The leader will play a critical role in supporting the Business Unit Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and the broader risk management framework. This position requires a deep understanding of financial products, business operations, and risk management principles, with a strong ability to translate complex risk concepts into actionable insights and credible challenge for the business units and their first line risk management SMEs. The successful candidate will be a proactive, analytical, and collaborative individual who can effectively partner with various stakeholders across the organization and lead and develop a team of highly motivated individuals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Risk Identification & Assessment
• Monitoring, Reporting and Communication
• Risk Governance and Independent Review

Minimum qualifications:

• Masters degree in risk management, business administration, communications, public relations, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in risk management functions.
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks, regulatory landscape, and methodologies.

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 years of relevant experience in risk management functions at a GSIB or large bank.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Experience developing Key Risk Indicators and Key Performance Indicators to measure risk management outcomes and risk profile.
• Ability to develop and mentor a team while working in a matrixed organization with direct interaction with senior risk leadership.

Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $205,000.00 annually bonus equity (if applicable) benefits.

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. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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Job: Risk Primary Location: US-New York-New York Schedule: Full-time Req ID: 25014310