Analyst- Operations Risk Management

Job description

The Operational Risk Management (ORM) team facilitates and monitors the implementation of effective operational risk management programs throughout the organization and oversees risk ownership throughout business units, products, and processes. The objective of the Issues & Events team is to define, govern, and continuously enhance the Issues and Events Management Program as a second-line risk management function, partnering closely with first- and third-line stakeholders. The Executive Insights function supports the delivery of executive reporting, management insights, and governance materials across the Issues & Events organization. The team produces timely, accurate reporting; supports metric governance; analyzes trends and risk data; and provides actionable insights to senior leadership and governance forums. ORM is looking for an Analyst, Executive Insights, to support recurring reporting, dashboard production, data validation, and insight generation for the Issues & Events organization. This role will help deliver accurate and timely reporting materials, perform data analysis, maintain reporting artifacts, and support governance routines across operational risk issue and event management. Reporting to the Manager/Director, Issues & Events Program, the ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capability, attention to detail, curiosity, and the ability to work with data and stakeholders in a structured, controlled environment. This role requires collaboration across ORM teams and business partners to support consistent, high-quality reporting outputs. - Experience or demonstrated interest in reporting, analytics, operational risk, governance, business insights, or a related function. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills with high attention to detail. - Ability to organize information clearly and translate data into concise insights for stakeholders. - Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; exposure to reporting, visualization, or business intelligence tools preferred. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to manage timelines, follow procedures, and work effectively in a matrixed environment. - Comfortable leveraging AI-powered tools and solutions responsibly to enhance productivity, strengthen analysis, and improve the quality of outcomes, while adhering to organizational policies, data privacy requirements, and ethical AI practices. - Bachelor's/Master’s degree from a reputed Tier 1 institute. **Preferred Qualifications** - 1-2 Years of Experience with Operational Risk Management, Issue Management, Event Management, governance reporting, or risk metrics. - Experience with data visualization, dashboard maintenance, Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python, or similar tools. - Understanding of data quality, documentation discipline, and control-oriented reporting processes. - Ability to work independently, ask effective questions, and escalate risks or data concerns in a timely manner. - ORMCM 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: - 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 American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.