Analyst - Risk Management (12-Month Contract)

American Express; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Toronto seeks an Analyst in Risk Management to support strategic initiatives and governance programs. The role requires strong analytical, project management, and communication skills, with at least 5 years of experience. You will liaise with business leaders and develop executive materials, all while ensuring the business objectives are met. This is a 12-month contract role offering a competitive package and a commitment to well-being and inclusivity.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Flexible working model

Career development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic analysis or consulting.
• Experience in risk analysis and project management.
• Strong written and verbal English skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Conduct strategic initiatives and projects.
• Develop communication materials for executive audiences.
• Liaise with Business Leaders and stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

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.

How will you make an impact in this role?

Analyst - Risk Management (Business Conduct Risk)

This role will report to theManager | Risk Managementand as part of the International Governance & Control Operations - Business Conduct LAC Execution Business Conduct Team, will play a critical role in supporting the ICS Governance & Control Organization to drive strategic Business Conduct priorities in IC Canada. The successful candidate will work across a wide range of strategic initiatives, governance programs, risk analysis initiatives and remediation efforts including establishing measurable metrics for IC to help ensure the business objectives of the organization are met.

Responsibilities

• Support IC wide Business Conduct strategic initiatives and projects based on program evolution and emerging trends.
• Develop impactful communications and presentation materials for executive‑level audiences and regulator.
• Liaise and build strong Partnerships with Business Leaders, Colleague team members, external contacts, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment, and execution of the team’s overall priorities.
• Manage business conduct operations (e.g., leadership updates, preparing monthly oversight results).
• Special projects / analysis as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated strategic thinking and analytical skills, ideally with 5+ years of experience in strategic analysis, consulting, communications and/or project management related roles.
• Risk analysis mindset.
• Superior project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, with great follow‑up and attention to detail, and work well in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong drive and high personal accountability to deliver results within tight timeframes; ability to prioritize effectively when faced with changing priorities.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, including ability to storyboard presentations.
• Excellent relationship and influencing skills for dealing with a wide range of issues and people at different levels; proven ability to navigate effectively and efficiently within American Express.
• Creative problem solver who can manage tasks and projects autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Energetic, curious, self‑motivated, proactive and able to work well under pressure and in an unstructured environment.
• Strong executive presence, maturity, self‑awareness, and integrity – able to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Advance written and oral English knowledge (a must).

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in both written and oral English is essential. French is preferred, but optional.

*This is a 12‑Month Contract role*

The job posting is for an existing vacancy.

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

American Express is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment in which all people who apply for positions or who work for or on behalf of Amex are treated with dignity and respect and are provided with equal treatment with respect to employment, regardless of that person's age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, colour, ancestry, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion or creed, marital status, family status, pregnancy, disability, record of offences, social condition or origin, political beliefs, association or activity or other factors prohibited under applicable Human Rights legislation (the “Prohibited Grounds”). If you have a disability and need accommodation, please speak with the Recruiter for more information.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.