Analyst-Data Science & Strategy

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?

Within the Global Risk & Compliance organization, Enterprise Data Risk Management is the independent risk management function covering risk of financial loss, reputational damage, or regulatory or legal action resulting from inadequate data governance and/or data management practices adversely impacting the accuracy, timeliness, comprehensiveness, or usability of data within or throughout its lifecycle. The successful candidate will support the execution of the organization’s data risk management activities by contributing to the implementation of strategies designed to safeguard data assets and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of the company's data risk management framework in line with enterprise risk and regulatory requirements

• Support independent reviews of first line’s practices related to Data Risk management, governance, operational execution of data controls, and adherence to policies/regulatory requirements

• Produce reporting that provides an independent view of the effectiveness of First Line risk management activities

• Support the adoption of Enterprise Data Risk Management policies and procedures in alignment with industry practices and global standards.

• Collaborate with other independent risk management teams including Cybersecurity, Technology, and Resiliency Risk Oversight, Enterprise Third-Party Risk Management, Global Privacy Oversight, Regulatory Reporting Risk Oversight and Global Records Management teams to support effective data risk mitigation strategies.

• 2-6 years of experience in data management, risk management, or a related field within the financial services industry

• Strong hands-on experience in data analytics including working on structured and unstructured data; exposure to data modelling and architecture is preferred

• Proficient in tools such as Excel, PPT, SQL and Python, with a strong understanding of how to work with data across different systems and platforms

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex problems and ideas clearly and succinctly to stakeholders.

Academic Background:

Advanced degree in Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Risk Management, or a related discipline is preferred.

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 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.

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