Manager-Risk Management; Governance

American Express; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Manager of Risk Governance to oversee risk identification and management across its functions. The role offers significant responsibilities in implementing the Risk Governance Framework, with a focus on developing thorough documentation and supporting compliance activities. Candidates should possess a strong background in enterprise risk management, project management skills, and experience in the financial services industry.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

6% Company Match on retirement savings plan

Free financial coaching

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Flexible working model

20+ weeks paid parental leave

Free access to wellness centers

Confidential counseling support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years in enterprise risk management or similar role.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and regulatory requirements.
• Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, or CRM are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the Risk Governance Framework.
• Develop documentation for project plan tasks.
• Manage regulatory information requests.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or business administration

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

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?

The Enterprise Risk Management & Risk Oversight (ERM&RO) organization within Global Risk and Compliance (a Second Line of Defense function) is responsible for identifying and managing risk across all business units, functions, processes, and geographies at American Express.

The ERM Framework, Governance and Reporting team within ERM&RO provides an independent view of risks faced by American Express and is responsible for aggregating the risk profile for the Company. The team is focused on key risk management activities, including but not limited to, risk identification and assessment, risk appetite, effective challenge, and committee governance and reporting.

These responsibilities span the AXP Bank Holding Company as well as the subsidiary US Bank (American Express National Bank).

The Manager of Risk Governance is responsible for the identification and assessment of risks facing the Company. Specific responsibilities for the Manager of Risk Governance include:

• Provide support for implementation of the Risk Governance Framework including development of supporting materials and communication with stakeholders
• Develop thorough documentation to support closure of applicable project plan tasks and ensure sustainability
• Complete ongoing review of upcoming project plan deliverables and disposition additional steps needed to ensure Enterprise Risk Management Frameworks team fully addresses the requirements of the plan
• Support regulatory information requests by drafting responses, as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in enterprise risk management, or similar risk management discipline, within the financial services industry
• Strong understanding of financial markets, products, and regulatory requirements impacting risk management
• Excellent organizational, project management, communication, and analytical skills
• Fluency in PowerPoint and Excel
• Strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, or CRM are highly desirable

Salary Range: $80,000.00 to $155,000.00 annually + bonus + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

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
• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
• 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

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .

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, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.

We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.

*Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

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