Senior Manager-Operational Risk Management, Risk Identification & Testing CoP

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The Operational Risk Management (ORM) team facilitates and monitors the implementation of effective operational risk management programs throughout the organization, and oversees risk ownership throughout business units, products, and processes.

The objective of the Operational Risk Management (ORM) Testing, Monitoring, Aggregation and Reporting team is to support organizational resilience through performance of independent testing and monitoring; and establish clear guidelines through standards for reporting and risk assessments; and provide a holistic view of Operational Risk Management (ORM) through aggregated reporting.

Operational Risk Management is looking for a Manager of Testing, Monitoring, Aggregation and Reporting to manage a diverse team of high-performing professionals focused on ensuring effective operational risk 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.

The Manager, Operational Risk Management (ORM), Monitoring, Aggregation & Reporting will:

• Define and enhance processes for identifying and assessing risks (i.e., PRSA), and manage independent 2LoD testing of ORs, incl. integration of methodologies and test plans to address interconnected risks
• Coordinate a holistic, de-duplicated independent risk assessment process
• Identify BU risks in E2E, horizontal processes given location within the organization to look holistically across BUs and functional areas
• Input into the risk based annual plan for testing
• Proactively identify areas of concern or risk for targeted intervention
• Oversee testing processes (incl. PRSA) in coordination with First Line of Defense (1LoD) and Third Line of Defense (3LoD)
• Monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and other related metrics, and provide frequent reporting which include an overall view of risks and trends (e.g., holistic insight reporting)
• Manage cross-functional Communities of Practice (CoPs) to share best practice techniques and pioneer new methodologies

Required Qualifications

• 4+ Years experience in operational risk management (e.g., within Risk and/or Internal Audit function) Understanding of critical operational risk management lifecycle activities
• Excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience in process governance, with an understanding of processes that align with policies, regulatory frameworks, and/or operational standards
• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively

Preferred

• 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: 

oTranslating operational risk strategy and appetite into execution guidelines 

oReview the tracking and identifying of issues with Key Risk Indicator (KRI) limits and risk appetite to ensure operational risks are managed within agreed thresholds 

oOversee the implementation of the operational risk governance frameworks  

oCommunicating and ensuring understanding and adherence to operational risk procedures and standards  

oManage the operational risk exam management processes 

• Experience in financial services industry

Salary Range: $90,000.00 to $165,000.00 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 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:

• 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.

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.

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.

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