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.
The France CRO function is part of the Int’l CRO team, within Global Risk and Compliance (GRC). It is responsible for identifying and overseeing risk across all processes.
The Manager, Financial Risk, Enterprise Risk Management France, within the GRC organization, is responsible for establishing the second line of defense framework for the areas under its responsibility for the French market. We are seeking an experienced risk leader to be a part of this exciting journey. The incumbent will identify, assess, measure, manage and report risk and strengthen the governance structure for our French businesses.
Participate in Risk Appetite Framework (RAF) refresh process and seek to align International Legal Entities (ILE) Financial Risk metrics with Enterprise (as far as possible)
Provide Financial Risk credible challenge to Legal Entity (LE) projects, strategies and in the Change Advisory Forums.
Understand and speak to the Financial Risk profile of the LE based on aggregation of data and reporting
Act as main point of contact for Financial Risk for LE regulator, Audit and ILE Leadership, and requests for Financial Risk program/results requests
LE specific committee Financial Risk representative, and point of contact for Financial Risk at LE board meetings (as required)
Own ILE Financial Risk policies and frameworks, where required
Influence Enterprise Financial Risk e Framework/Policies/Programs to ensure fit for purpose for ILE, and support ILE deployment of Enterprise Financial Risk programs
Advise business on applicability and effective execution of Financial Risk frameworks
Coordinate with enterprise Risk Lead on 2nd Line testing, and/or support ILE Financial Risk testing & provide output of ILE testing to Enterprise for awareness and risk aggregation
Ensure appropriate communication of risks between ILE and Enterprise
Support the ILE Chief Risk Officer (CRO) in their oversight duties aligned to the Risk Governance Framework and applicable polices
Reviewing Issues and findings related to risk type impacting ILE, and overseeing effective remediation
2nd Line of Defense ILE oversight lead for Regulatory Change Managements relating to Risk Type.
Work with Enterprise team to develop LE metrics dashboard, including RAF metrics, aligned with applicable regs
Review, approve and challenge applicable models impacting the ILE[SS1.1]
Lead a Financial Risk analyst
- 5+ years of leadership experience in risk management or a similar role;
- Strong business acumen with a risk-reward control perspective;
- Experience in interacting with regulators and familiarity with French regulatory landscape and requirements;
- Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple priorities under pressure;
- Fluency in English (verbal and written);
- Advanced degree in business, economics, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Leadership Skills:
- Proven leader who can build, inspire, and coach a team with a passion for the business;
- Excellent relationship and influencing skills with the ability to build productive relationships across teams and levels of seniority;
- Self-confident with a strong sense of integrity and the ability and willingness to challenge and be challenged;
- Proactive in identifying issues, delivering and escalating key findings, and advising on recommended solutions to correct issues or mitigate risks;
- Ability to communicate oversight findings to colleagues, business partners, and senior leaders;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Non-considerations for sponsorship:
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in France is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
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.