Director - Control Management

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Description
International Risk and Controls 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. 
The objective of the ICS India Market Legal Entity Control Management Team is to provide specialized and strategic risk advisory specific to product and service areas. The role will involve collaboration with multiple partners across numerous business units, functional areas, and geographies.
ICS Control Management organization is looking for aDirector of ICS India Market Legal Entity Control Managementto lead a diverse team of high-performing professionals focused on ensuring control management is embedded in the day-to-day operations of our business.

The Director ICS India Market Legal Entity Control Managementwill:
Lead critical workstream on a complex multi-year change management initiative for India business to establish and ensure effective controls framework and monitoring oversight procedures of Third parties in partnership with 1stline Process Owners providing critical technology platform and services
Own 1stLine aggregate risk assessment and ongoing monitoring of operational risks for the outsourced platforms and services

Provide strategic and OR specific risk advice to ensure effective identification, quantification, communication and management of aggregate risks to the business 
Compile best practices and learnings from historical product launches and change management initiatives, and leverage to support risk identification throughout the Change management processes life cycle
Develop and maintain robust relationships, becoming a trusted specialized 1sLOD OR Risk Partner to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and progress towards maturity and enhancement of the control environment and risk governance 
Execute reporting and governance of controls, policies, issues management and measurements/OR metrics offering senior management insights into controls effectiveness and inform governance work
Assess the needs of BU and functional leaders to ensure sufficient understanding of Operational Risk Management (ORM) and controls (e.g., annual knowledge assessments and refresher trainings)
Coordinate with product development and service delivery teams to embed ORM considerations into the product lifecycle and service operations ongoing
Facilitate risk awareness and education within product and service teams to enhance their ability to manage risks effectively

Required Qualifications:
6+ Years experience in operational risk management (e.g., within Risk and/or Internal Audit function) and understands critical operational risk management lifecycle activities
Experience in monitoring and control of services provided for outsourced Information Technology activities.

Understanding of critical operational risk management lifecycle activities
Excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact and obtain buy-in from senior BU/tech counterparts
Expertise in process governance, with a track record of establishing and overseeing robust decision-making processes that align with policies, regulatory frameworks, and/or operational standards
Experience within financial services industry
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively 
Demonstrated history and ability to manage teams with varying backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Risk Mgmt., or related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MSc) or certifications are advantageous
Experience in audit (directly or through external auditors) and performance reviews of technology service providers.
Experience in at least one of the following: Assessing the needs of business unit leaders to ensure sufficient understanding of Operational Risk Management and controls 
Compiling and sharing best practices and learnings from historical product launches and change management initiatives
Coordinating with product development and service delivery teams to embed operational risk considerations into the product lifecycle and service operations
Facilitating operational risk awareness and education within product and service teams to enhance their ability to manage risks effectively

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We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:
Competitive base salaries 
Bonus incentives 
Support for financial-well-being and retirement 
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location) 
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need 
Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location) 
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

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