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.

About the Internal Audit Group at American Express

Our Internal Audit Group is a worldwide function with 300+ team members and offices across nine countries within American Express. Our mission is to protect and enhance organizational value by providing independent, objective, risk-based assurance, advisory services and to influence the way the company manages risk.

We are committed to growing our audit staff significantly as we continue to expand and enhance the Internal Audit Group. Our assurance and risk professionals have diverse backgrounds including internal controls, consumer compliance, technology, operational risk, financial accounting, data analytics, and banking operations. Our audit teams align to key risk areas and business units to ensure IAG can provide comprehensive and risk-based audit coverage. In addition, IAG has a Professional Practices group responsible for managing audit operations, quality, and standards; regulatory relations; reporting; training and professional development; and key internal capabilities and technologies.

About the Role

The Audit Director, Risk Transformation PMO, is a new leadership role that will actively support and coordinate the planning, execution, and delivery of short- and long-term IAG outcomes related to Risk Transformation (RT). This role will help develop and manage IAG’s project plan for Risk Transformation deliverables, ensure consistency across audit test plans and validation documentation, track IAG’s progress versus expectations, deliver status reports (for executive management and the Board), coordinate guidance and inquiries with the Central Risk Transformation PMO, and assist in drafting IAG regulatory response as they relate to the Third Line’s RT efforts.

The Audit Director will work closely together internally with other key IAG stakeholders, including the Enterprise Risk, Operational Risk and Compliance audit teams, the Professional Practices Audit Group and the CAE Office; and externally with other enterprise functions, including GRC (Global Risk & Compliance), CEG (Colleague Experience Group – our Human Resources function), and the Central Risk Transformation PMO.

Key responsibilities include

Coordinate the Risk Transformation effort across IAG to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement; and support procurement of assistance from external SMPs to incorporate industry perspectives across IAG to help with the Third Line’s assessment of the Company’s Risk Transformation efforts
Organize all Risk Transformation efforts for an assigned portfolio (e.g., ERM, ORM, Compliance) so they are completed on time and within budget, in close coordination with relevant Audit Leader and Portfolio General Auditor.
Assist Head of Risk Transformation PMO to develop, monitor, and manage the IAG Risk Transformation Strategy and collaborate with senior leadership to define risk management strategies and transformation roadmaps.
Assist in developing and implementing the PMO framework for Risk Transformation projects, including methodologies, standards, processes and tools, while ensuring IAG’s alignment to enterprise project management standards (and other applicable standards).
Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of IAG’s PG efforts while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of risk transformation initiatives
Monitor project progress, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones within scope and budget for IAG’s Risk Transformation efforts
Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project delivery or business objectives.
Prepare and present regular status reports to key stakeholders, and support development of IAG’s overall opinion on the status of the Company’s Risk Transformation initiative for senior management and the Board.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and best practices in project management and risk management.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies related to risk management.
Drive the adoption of technology solutions and tools to enhance project management and risk monitoring capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Risk Management, or related field.
Proven track record in managing multiple priorities in audit or risk-related projects in a deadline-driven regulatory environment and providing quality reviews across deliverables.
Strong knowledge of financial regulations and risk management frameworks.
Excellent understanding of project management methodologies and tools
Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello) and data analytics platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or similar).
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills; with proven ability to lead team members in a way that inspires, develops, and delivers results.
Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, internal audit, or a related field within financial services.
Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role overseeing complex projects, transformational initiatives or a PMO function.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree
PMP (Project Management Professional), CIA, or equivalent certifications
Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively.
Strong knowledge of internal audit methodologies
Experience within Operational/Enterprise Risk Management, Financial Crime and Compliance.

Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $205,000.00 annually + bonus + equity (if applicable) + 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.

US Job Seekers - Click to view the “Know Your Rights” poster. If the link does not work, you may access the poster by copying and pasting the following URL in a new browser window: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

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

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Risk Management, or related field
Proven track record in managing multiple priorities in audit or risk-related projects in a deadline-driven regulatory environment and providing quality reviews across deliverables
Strong knowledge of financial regulations and risk management frameworks
Excellent understanding of project management methodologies and tools
Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello) and data analytics platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or similar)
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills; with proven ability to lead team members in a way that inspires, develops, and delivers results
Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards
Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, internal audit, or a related field within financial services
Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role overseeing complex projects, transformational initiatives or a PMO function

Benefits

Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $205,000.00 annually + bonus + equity (if applicable) + benefits
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
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

Responsibilities

The Audit Director, Risk Transformation PMO, is a new leadership role that will actively support and coordinate the planning, execution, and delivery of short- and long-term IAG outcomes related to Risk Transformation (RT)
This role will help develop and manage IAG’s project plan for Risk Transformation deliverables, ensure consistency across audit test plans and validation documentation, track IAG’s progress versus expectations, deliver status reports (for executive management and the Board), coordinate guidance and inquiries with the Central Risk Transformation PMO, and assist in drafting IAG regulatory response as they relate to the Third Line’s RT efforts
The Audit Director will work closely together internally with other key IAG stakeholders, including the Enterprise Risk, Operational Risk and Compliance audit teams, the Professional Practices Audit Group and the CAE Office; and externally with other enterprise functions, including GRC (Global Risk & Compliance), CEG (Colleague Experience Group – our Human Resources function), and the Central Risk Transformation PMO
Coordinate the Risk Transformation effort across IAG to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement; and support procurement of assistance from external SMPs to incorporate industry perspectives across IAG to help with the Third Line’s assessment of the Company’s Risk Transformation efforts
Organize all Risk Transformation efforts for an assigned portfolio (e.g., ERM, ORM, Compliance) so they are completed on time and within budget, in close coordination with relevant Audit Leader and Portfolio General Auditor
Assist Head of Risk Transformation PMO to develop, monitor, and manage the IAG Risk Transformation Strategy and collaborate with senior leadership to define risk management strategies and transformation roadmaps
Assist in developing and implementing the PMO framework for Risk Transformation projects, including methodologies, standards, processes and tools, while ensuring IAG’s alignment to enterprise project management standards (and other applicable standards)
Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of IAG’s PG efforts while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of risk transformation initiatives
Monitor project progress, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones within scope and budget for IAG’s Risk Transformation efforts
Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project delivery or business objectives
Prepare and present regular status reports to key stakeholders, and support development of IAG’s overall opinion on the status of the Company’s Risk Transformation initiative for senior management and the Board
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and best practices in project management and risk management
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies related to risk management
Drive the adoption of technology solutions and tools to enhance project management and risk monitoring capabilities

Audit Director, Risk Transformation

Job Type