American Express
Director, Risk Advisory
American Express, Sandy, Utah, United States, 84092
American Express Director, Risk Advisory Sandy, Utah
With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.The objective of the Finance Control Management Risk Advisory team is to provide specialized and strategic risk advisory specific to Finance areas.Finance is looking for a Director of Risk Advisory to lead a diverse team of high-performing professionals focused on ensuring control management is embedded in the day-to-day operations of our organization. It will involve extensive collaboration with multiple partners across numerous business units, functional areas, and geographies.Responsibilities:
Provide risk advisory specific to Finance large-scale initiativesLead strategic projects to uplift the Finance control environmentCompile best practices and learnings from historical initiatives, and leverage to support risk identificationEnsure appropriate assessment and controls related to data risk across the data lifecycleCoordinate with Finance process owners to embed ORM considerations into financial processesCollaborate across FLT teams for input on areas of riskRequired Qualifications:
6 Years experience in operational risk management (e.g., within Risk and/or Internal Audit function) and understands critical operational risk management lifecycle activitiesExperience with assessing and mitigating data risk across the data lifecycleExcellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact and obtain buy-in from senior Finance counterpartsExperience within financial services industryStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectivelyDemonstrated history and ability to manage large teams, spread over geographies and with varying backgroundsPreferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Risk Mgmt., or related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MSc) or certifications are advantageousExperience in at least one of the following:Assessing the needs of Finance process owners to ensure sufficient understanding of Operational Risk Management and controlsCompiling and sharing best practices and learnings from historical product launches and change management initiativesCoordinating with process owners to embed operational risk considerations into their processesFacilitating operational risk awareness and education within product and service teams to enhance their ability to manage risks effectivelyExperience with model risk governance a plusSalary and Benefits:
Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $205,000.00 annually bonus equity (if applicable) benefitsThe 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 our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:6% Company Match on retirement savings planFree financial coaching and financial well-being supportComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefitsFlexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need20 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacyFree access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds programCareer development and training opportunitiesFor 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.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.US Job Seekers/Employees - Click here to view the “Know Your Rights” poster and the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.Job:
FinancePrimary Location:
US-New York-New YorkOther Locations:
US-New York-New York, US-Utah-Sandy, US-Arizona-Phoenix
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With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.The objective of the Finance Control Management Risk Advisory team is to provide specialized and strategic risk advisory specific to Finance areas.Finance is looking for a Director of Risk Advisory to lead a diverse team of high-performing professionals focused on ensuring control management is embedded in the day-to-day operations of our organization. It will involve extensive collaboration with multiple partners across numerous business units, functional areas, and geographies.Responsibilities:
Provide risk advisory specific to Finance large-scale initiativesLead strategic projects to uplift the Finance control environmentCompile best practices and learnings from historical initiatives, and leverage to support risk identificationEnsure appropriate assessment and controls related to data risk across the data lifecycleCoordinate with Finance process owners to embed ORM considerations into financial processesCollaborate across FLT teams for input on areas of riskRequired Qualifications:
6 Years experience in operational risk management (e.g., within Risk and/or Internal Audit function) and understands critical operational risk management lifecycle activitiesExperience with assessing and mitigating data risk across the data lifecycleExcellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact and obtain buy-in from senior Finance counterpartsExperience within financial services industryStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectivelyDemonstrated history and ability to manage large teams, spread over geographies and with varying backgroundsPreferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Risk Mgmt., or related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MSc) or certifications are advantageousExperience in at least one of the following:Assessing the needs of Finance process owners to ensure sufficient understanding of Operational Risk Management and controlsCompiling and sharing best practices and learnings from historical product launches and change management initiativesCoordinating with process owners to embed operational risk considerations into their processesFacilitating operational risk awareness and education within product and service teams to enhance their ability to manage risks effectivelyExperience with model risk governance a plusSalary and Benefits:
Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $205,000.00 annually bonus equity (if applicable) benefitsThe 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 our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:6% Company Match on retirement savings planFree financial coaching and financial well-being supportComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefitsFlexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need20 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacyFree access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds programCareer development and training opportunitiesFor 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.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.US Job Seekers/Employees - Click here to view the “Know Your Rights” poster and the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.Job:
FinancePrimary Location:
US-New York-New YorkOther Locations:
US-New York-New York, US-Utah-Sandy, US-Arizona-Phoenix
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