Testing Analyst - Japanese Speaker

American Express; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Express is seeking a Testing Analyst to join their GS Control Management Testing team in Kuala Lumpur. The role is focused on operational risk management ensuring compliance with regulations, while fostering collaboration and problem-solving skills. Comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries and wellness support, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Flexible working model

Generous paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in spoken and written Japanese/Malay.
• Experience in operational risk management (1-2 years) preferred.
• Advanced degrees or certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform Control Management Testing activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
• Identify opportunities for enhancements and challenge the status quo.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Collaboration skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Risk Mgmt.

Job description

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, sharedvaluesand 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?

The objective of the GS Control Management Testing team is to identify, assess, mitigate, and report on Operational Risk within BU processes for GS to ensure adherence to regulatory standards, Amex policy and enhance the BU's resilience through managing a clear methodology of inherent and residual risk.

GS Control Management is looking for a Testing Analyst responsible for performing testing and driving controls across GS processes as a member of the Control Management Testing team. This group performs research-based monitoring of processes across all GS functional areas & markets to identify and remediate misconduct.

The GS Control Management Testing Analyst will:

• Perform Control Management Testing activities for across testing formats like RBST, PBST, Conduct Risk etc. within required timelines
• Ensure day to day operations are conducted in compliance with regulatory and legal requirements, as well as our company policies
• Review and enhance policies and procedures for accuracy and clarity in execution
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and calibration call sessions to identify compliance, policy, procedural, case auctioning and system gaps
• Develop solutions with peers, leaders and assigned business partners to close identified gaps
• Regularly review processes and procedures for effective controls
• Identify opportunities for enhancements and challenge the status quo

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrates strong proficiency in both spoken and written Japanese/Malay.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively
• Strongly demonstrates success in creating and delivering presentations to large / senior / ambitious audiences, a plus
• Proven track record to manage multiple priorities effectively with a track record of getting results effectively while meeting deadlines
• Positive relationship and collaboration skills, including the ability to work in a highly matrixed environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 Years experience in operational risk management (e.g., within Risk and/or Internal Audit function) Understanding of critical operational risk management lifecycle activities
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Risk Mgmt., or related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MSc) or certifications are advantageous
• Experience in at least one of the following:
  • Supporting identification of operational risks throughout business processes and systems
  • Facilitating risk assessment performance in addition to further assessments and testing programs to ensure regulatory and internal standards are met
  • Supporting independent control monitoring, including identification of control improvements
  • Supporting the identification of areas of risk for intervention, including conducting independent quality assurance and process testing
  • Compiling thematic risk reporting to provide actionable insights on risk levels, emerging trends and root causes

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 or onsite 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.

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