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American Express

Feb 10, 2025

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Government & Politics
    Banking & Finance
  • Gurgaon

Requirements

  • 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
  • Project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively
  • Strong proven understanding & working experience of SQL coding
  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Assist in additional identification specific risks throughout business processes and systems (along with business process owners)
  • Support control monitoring (supplemental to BU process owners testing) and compile key operational risk trends, activities, and events
  • Proactively help identify certain areas of high-risk for intervention (e.g., automated alerts generated for high-risk areas signal need for intervention and focus)
  • Categorize controls and map against risks and processes (e.g., cross-BU process-control mapping)
  • Support risk management practices within the business
  • Maintain risk profiles and an updated risk register(s)
  • Support sharing insights, better practices, themes, etc. across the enterprise

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Analyst Control Management role at American Express?

The main focus of the Analyst Control Management role is to ensure control management is embedded in the day-to-day operations of the organization, including identifying, assessing, mitigating, and reporting on operational risk within business processes.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Required qualifications include 1-2 years of experience in operational risk management, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, project management, communication, interpersonal skills, and proficiency in SQL coding.

Is there an opportunity for career development in this role?

Yes, American Express offers career development and training opportunities to help you grow professionally within the company.

What are some preferred qualifications for this position?

Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in finance, business, risk management or a related field, as well as experience in identifying operational risks, facilitating risk assessments, and compiling thematic risk reporting.

Are there any benefits provided to employees?

Yes, American Express offers a variety of benefits including competitive salaries, bonus incentives, comprehensive medical benefits, retirement support, flexible working models, generous parental leave policies, and access to wellness centers.

Will I need to travel for this job?

The travel requirements are not specified in the job description; however, the flexible working model allows for hybrid, onsite, or virtual arrangements depending on the role and business need.

Is this role part of a team?

Yes, this role involves extensive collaboration with multiple partners across various business units, functional areas, and geographies within the organization.

What is the company culture like at American Express?

American Express fosters a global and diverse community with a commitment to supporting customers, colleagues, and communities, ensuring that every colleague feels seen, heard, and that they belong.

Does American Express conduct background checks for employment?

Yes, an offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

How does American Express support employee well-being?

American Express prioritizes the holistic well-being of employees by offering benefits and programs that support physical, financial, and mental health through various stages of life.

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American Express

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1850
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day. These beliefs have been our North Star for 170 years as our business transformed – from helping evacuate travelers during World Wars, to ensuring the safety of our customers’ funds during the Great Depression in the U.S., to creating the Shop Small® movement to help small businesses recover from the Financial Crisis, to providing aid to communities impacted by many natural disasters and so much more. For generations, the key to our success has been the determination and resilience of our American Express colleagues. Now, as a globally integrated payments company, we work together to provide customers with access to products, insights and world-class experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Join us and let’s lead the way together.

Culture & Values

  • We Back Our Customers

    Relationships are at the heart of our business. We strive to be essential to our customers by delivering exceptional products, services and experiences every day – and promise to have their backs in everything we do.

  • We Make It Great

    We deliver an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything we do, staying focused on the biggest opportunities to be meaningful to our customers. From our innovative products to our world-class customer service, our customers expect the best—and our teams are proud to deliver it.

  • We Do What’s Right

    Customers choose us because they trust our brand and people. We earn that trust by ensuring everything we do is reliable, consistent, and with the highest level of integrity.

  • We Respect People

    We trust and respect one another for who we are and what we contribute. We are accountable to one another and empower every voice through open, courageous dialogue so others feel heard.

  • We Embrace Diversity

    We see diversity of people and experiences as fuel for the creativity and innovation we need to be and deliver our best.

  • We Stand for Inclusion

    We all have biases. However, we do not tolerate bias that excludes or minimizes anyone – all people belong. We’re committed to ensuring that we have a welcoming and inclusive culture where everyone’s voice matters and where people of all races, ethnicities, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, religions, disabilities and viewpoints can thrive.

  • We Win As a Team

    We view each other as colleagues—part of the same team, striving to deliver the brand promise to our customers and each other every day. Individual performance is essential and valued, but never at the expense of the team.

  • We Support Our Communities

    We respect our communities and are committed to working together so they can thrive and make a meaningful difference in the world.