Manager, Digital, Data and Technology Compliance

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• Knowledge of compliance and operational risk management principles, governance frameworks, and regulatory expectations.
• Strong leadership, influencing, and collaboration skills, with experience working across matrixed organizations and partnering with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, execute independently, and drive initiatives to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, provide effective challenge, escalate issues appropriately, and navigate ambiguity.

• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and tailor messaging for executive and non-technical audiences. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. *, * Knowledge of technology processes, information security, data management, digital platforms, or technical capabilities within Enterprise Technology Services.

• Experience within a Second Line Compliance, Operational Risk Management, Audit, or Regulatory function.
• Familiarity with Compliance Risk Assessments (CRA), Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA), Issue Management, Regulatory Change Management (RCM), and related governance processes. Professional certification in compliance or risk (e.g. CAMS, CRCM, CRM, etc.). *

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

• 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

The Global Risk & Compliance (GRC) organization serves as American Express’ independent risk management function. GRC maintains the enterprise risk framework, provides oversight and challenge, and monitors key risks. By embedding risk discipline into strategy and operations, GRC enables responsible growth, innovation, and long-term value creation while protecting customers and shareholders.

This position is part of the Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) Second Line Compliance team and plays a key role in fostering a strong compliance culture, strengthening the control environment, and providing independent oversight of compliance risks across the Technology Services organization. The role supports a broad portfolio including Information Security, Enterprise Architecture, Platforms, Data & AI, Enterprise Digital, and Digital Acquisition Platforms across U.S. and international markets.

The successful candidate will partner with the Compliance Director to support the continued evolution and execution of an effective Compliance Risk Management Program, including Compliance Risk Assessments (CRA), Issue Management, Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA), and Regulatory Change Management (RCM), ensuring alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory expectations., 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