Join the American Express Team as a Senior Risk Management Analyst and Take Your Career to the Next Level
American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Risk Management Analyst to join our team in Information Science. As a Senior Risk Management Analyst, you will play a critical role in planning and executing business procedures and risk management solutions, utilizing agency business or shopper data. This is a unique opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of risk management.
About American Express
American Express is a leading global financial services company that provides a range of products and services to individuals and businesses. Our company is built on a foundation of innovation, customer satisfaction, and community involvement. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, learning, and career advancement opportunities.
Job Summary
As a Senior Risk Management Analyst, you will be responsible for driving the investigation of and analyzing structured and unstructured data to inform business decisions. You will work closely with technology and other teams to integrate and implement risk management policies and business strategies. Your expertise in data analysis, risk management, and business acumen will enable you to identify and assess new data sources that can add incremental value to American Express' products and services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive the investigation of and analyze structured and unstructured data to inform business decisions
- Interpret data using statistical, financial, AI, or business intelligence techniques
- Collaborate with technology and other teams on integration and implementation of risk management policies and business strategies
- Identify and assess new data sources (controlled and non-directed) that could add incremental value to American Express' products/services
- Advance the use of industry and internal best practices and incorporate regulatory feedback on a case-by-case basis to drive continuous improvement in risk management strategies and documentation
- Develop and maintain complex data models and analytics tools to support risk management decisions
- Communicate complex analysis and insights to technical and non-technical audiences
Requirements
Education:
A graduate degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Econometrics, Business Administration, Operations Research, Engineering, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, or a related field is required.
Experience:
At least 2 years of experience in risk analysis and data analysis to drive business strategy is required. Experience should include:
- 1 year of experience in interpreting complex analyses for technical and non-technical audiences
- 1 year of experience in working with technical, scientific, business, and non-technical teams
- 1 year of experience in process improvement and automation, using advanced algorithms and models, and driving transformational initiatives
- 1 year of experience in SQL query development, including performance tuning, stored procedure development, and complex query development
- 1 year of experience in database architectures and data manipulation languages, including SQL and SAS
- 1 year of experience in organizing and handling subjective and quantitative data to make determinations
- 1 year of experience in requirements gathering, forecasting, and automation
- 1 year of experience in Cognos, ETL tools, including SSIS, Python, R, Tableau, Teradata, MS Excel for data reporting and modeling, and Prophet
Skills and Competencies:
To be successful in this role, you will need to possess:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks
- Strong business acumen and understanding of risk management principles
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and technologies, including SQL, SAS, and Python
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:
At American Express, we are committed to the growth and development of our associates. We offer:
- Career advancement and training opportunities
- Competitive base compensation and additional incentives
- 6% company match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial education and financial wellness support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, and life insurance benefits
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, presented for pregnancy, adoption, or surrogacy
- Free access to on-site health centers set up with nurses and doctors (dependent on location)
- Free and private counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Work Environment and Company Culture:
At American Express, we pride ourselves on creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, learning, and career advancement opportunities. We offer:
- Remote work opportunities from anywhere in the U.S.
- A dynamic and supportive team environment
- A culture that values innovation, customer satisfaction, and community involvement
Compensation and Benefits:
We offer a competitive compensation package, including:
- Competitive base compensation ($25/hour)
- Additional incentives and bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and talented Senior Risk Management Analyst looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please visit our website to submit your application and take the first step towards joining our team.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes business decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
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