Project Analyst I

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 salariesBonus incentivesSupport for financial-well-being and retirementComprehensive 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 needGenerous 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 programCareer development and training opportunitiesOffer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check subject to applicable laws and regulations.At American Expressourcultureisbuilton a 175-yearhistoryofinnovationsharedvaluesand LeadershipBehaviours and anunwaveringcommitmenttobackourcustomerscommunities andcolleagues. AspartofTeam Amexyoullexperiencethispowerfulbackingwithcomprehensivesupportforyourholisticwell-beingandmanyopportunitiestolearnnewskillsdevelopasaleader andgrowyourcareer.Hereyourvoiceandideasmatteryourworkmakesanimpact andtogetheryouwillhelpusdefinethefutureofAmerican Express. How will you make an impact in this role This is an exciting opportunity to work with the Global Deal Implementation (GDI) team in Partner Business Solutions (PBS).The PBS organization is a team of payment professionals responsible for the operational relationships with our GNS partners across the world within which GDI play a key role in deployment of the associated commercial terms. This newly created position reporting directly to the Manager Risk and Control GDI will play a critical role to support the design ownership and management of Processes Risks and Controls relating to GDI activities. The role will be heavily focused on enabling a strong risk management framework for the team.The incumbent will work closely with GMNS Business external Bank partners and multiple other internal teams including but not limited to Operations Legal Treasury Technologies Finance and Controllership. Key Responsibilities: Support the relevant Project Guardian workstreams for GDICreate refresh and maintain Standard Operating Procedures across GDIs financial deployment activitiesCreating refresh and maintain Process Maps for such processesSupport the transition from PRSAs to RCSAs ensuring compliance with all regulatory frameworks internal policies and industry standardsConduct regular control testing. Identify key risks and build/refresh robust controls to mitigate those risksProduce accurate and timely control reports and monitoring of open OREsIdentify common ORE root causes; launch and lead initiatives to address identified root causes and implement process improvementsSupport GDI efforts in relevant IAG audits as needed Minimum Qualifications: Proven experience in compliance control management or internal audit preferableStrong project management experience with ability to influence and drive changeSelf-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and positive critical thinkingProven ability to understand and articulate complex end to end processesOutput oriented mindset and working well under pressure to execute at paceExcellent written and verbal communication skills confident presenting to senior management and creating compelling messaging to drive changeStrong relationship management skills across stakeholders of all levelsFlexibility to quickly adapt to a dynamic and changing environment. Ability to re-focus according to business wide strategic priorities Employment eligibility to work with American Express in theUKis required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Microsoft Access,PMBOK,Visio,Smartsheet,Project Management,Sharepoint,Microsoft Project,Project Management Lifecycle,Project Coordination,Contracts Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1