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Within the Enterprise Risk Management & Risk Oversight Group in GRC, Enterprise Risk Management & Strategic Initiatives is the independent risk management team that plays a pivotal role in identification, assessment and mitigation of risks affecting the organization. The team’s core responsibility is to design, implement and oversee risk measurement & management frameworks at American Express. Manager – Enterprise Risk Management & Strategic Initiatives will be responsible for providing independent oversight and effective challenge on risk-related matters across the organization. This individual will work closely with senior management and business units to ensure effective identification, assessment and mitigation of risks across the enterprise.
Job Responsibility:
Assisting in the development of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures to strengthen enterprise-wide risk practices
Conducting risk assessments on Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), including due diligence review, integration risk management, and ongoing monitoring
Supporting the development of risk governance framework for Joint Ventures and ensuring controls for heightened risk areas
Performing Climate Risk-related assessments, including end to end measurement of physical and transition risk, scenario analysis, and supporting disclosure requirements
Conducting peer benchmarking and research on industry-wide best practices to recommend enhancements for effective risk management and risk oversight
Supporting a variety of strategic projects within the Enterprise Risk Management team to enhance risk identification and measurement capabilities
Requirements:
Master’s degree in finance, statistics, actuarial science, mathematics, economics, operations research, or a related field
4-7 years of experience in risk management, banking, finance, or management consulting
Strong understanding of risk management principles, methodologies, frameworks, and regulatory requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Effectively develops presentation materials with clear, concise, and compelling messaging for Senior Management, the Board, and external regulators
Proven ability to deliver high quality, error-free documents
Nice to have:
Experience with Python/SAS/R is a plus
What we offer:
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