Manager Control Management

Description

ICS Governance \& Control sits within International Card Services (ICS) which comprises of all the issuing functions across all 28 international markets excluding the US \- colleagues operate across a variety of geographies and disciplines. ICS issues products to our Consumer and Commercial customers – the organization is an integral part of the global growth strategy for American Express; offering differentiated products and services is critical to our success and promises to drive significant growth and value through the delivery of innovative products, tailored to the needs of our customers. Our organization helps our international businesses manage risk, respond to new regulation, and develop new products while creating and nurturing effective partnerships across multiple key stakeholders across the organisation. The objective of the ICS Control Management Mexico Legal Entity Team is to provide specialized and strategic operational risk advisory to the business on product and service areas to ensure an effective control environment exists that delivers on all operational risk obligations supporting the Legal Entity. The role will involve extensive collaboration with multiple partners across numerous business units, functional areas, and geographies. ICS Control Management organization is looking for a Manager of ICS Control Management Mexico Legal Entity focused on ensuring risk and control management is embedded in the day\-to\-day operations of our business. It will involve extensive collaboration with multiple partners across numerous business units, functional areas, and geographies. * **Required Qualifications:** * 3\+ Years experience in operational (non\-financial) risk management (preferably in 1LOD risk management capacity) * Technical expertise implementing/managing Risk \& Control Self\-Assessment (RCSA) program * Risk assessment expertise with ability to write risks and controls statements and process documentation (Visio) * Excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact and obtain buy\-in from senior BU/tech counterparts * Proficient analytical and problem\-solving skills, with an ability to analyse data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively Verbal and written fluency in both Spanish and English * * **Preferred Qualifications:** * Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Risk Mgmt., or related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MSc) or certifications are advantageous * Experience within financial services industry * Experience in at least one of the following: + Serving as the go\-to subject matter expert pertaining to specialized operational risk within the BU + Facilitating activities to comply with enterprise policies and programs pertaining to specific risk types + Support advising on specialized risk types and integration into broader operational risk policies and programs 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. From delivering differentiated products to providing world\-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service. As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our 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. 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 * Flexible work arrangements and schedules with hybrid and virtual options with Amex Flex * Free access to global on\-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) * Free and confidential counselling support through our Healthy Minds program * Career development and training opportunities Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.