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Credit & Fraud Risk (CFR) manages risk strategies across all markets and portfolios to minimize the company’s credit and fraud losses while promoting business growth and delivering superior customer service.
The objective of the Credit & Fraud Risk Control Management Exam Management team is to facilitate ongoing exams and audits, ensure exam readiness, and support timely and effective closure of findings across CFR. Credit & Fraud Risk (CFR) is looking for a Manager of Exam Management to be part of a dynamic team focused on control management, which is embedded in the everyday operations of our organization. This position will involve extensive collaboration with multiple partners across numerous business units, functional areas, and geographies. 

How will you make an impact in this role?

The Manager, Credit & Fraud Risk (CFR) Exam Management will:

Facilitate the day-to-day internal and external exam management process, working across all CFR functions

Ensure CFR teams are informed and prepared for exams, including conducting pre-exam preparation with key contactsPartner closely with exam-impacted CFR teams to provide timely, accurate responses to exam requestsProvide support and training for CFR Exam Management system of record tool(s)Provide regular progress updates on exam activities to leadershipFacilitate alignment of exam conclusions, between examiner and impacted CFR teamsSupport CFR Leaders with timely and effective closure of exam findingsProactively identify areas of risk and drive alignment and escalate appropriatelyIdentify process improvement areas within roles and responsibilities, and drive adoption of improvements, including best practice adoption by peers in exam management team

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years’ experience in operational risk management (e.g., within Risk, Oversight, and/or Internal Audit function)Understanding of critical operational risk management lifecycle activitiesExcellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact and gain support from CFR and examiner partners with a keen eye towards driving consensusDemonstrated experience with identifying and driving process improvement within roles and responsibilitiesSelf-motivated with the ability to operate independently and handle multiple workstreams and tasks simultaneouslyAbility to understand large complex processes and evaluate process assessment conclusions made by examiners

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, risk management, or related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MS) or certifications are advantageousExperience within the financial services industryExperience communicating and ensuring understanding and adherence to operational risk procedures and standards is a plus  Experience managing one or more processes within Credit Risk or Fraud Risk Management lifecycle is a plusExperience facilitating the operational risk exam management processes is a plus

Salary Range: $89,250.00 to $150,250.00 annually + bonus + 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.

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