American Express

Manager - Audit, Data Science and Model Risk

American Express$120K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Statistics, or related field
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience in the financial industry, preferably banking
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for quality deliverables and feedback
  • Proven leadership capabilities in a fast-paced environment, coupled with project management skills
  • Experience in developing, validating, and auditing AI/ML models
  • Familiarity with regulatory interactions and requirements regarding AI/Gen AI
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to deconstruct complex issues and provide risk-based conclusions

Responsibilities

  • Support the Gen AI audit coverage strategy by conducting risk assessments and making recommendations
  • Manage and execute Gen AI audits, assessing governance and control processes across the AI lifecycle
  • Provide practical guidance for evaluating Gen AI risks within audit portfolios
  • Engage with stakeholders to ensure proper identification and documentation of Gen AI risks
  • Evaluate Gen AI risks including bias, compliance, and data governance issues
  • Stay updated on Gen AI technologies and regulatory requirements to enhance audit coverage
  • Collaborate with various teams to facilitate Gen AI audit planning and execution
  • Assess control effectiveness and deliver comprehensive audit findings
  • Mentor and develop junior team members in audit methodologies and best practices
  • Conduct post-audit feedback discussions to support team development and recognize achievements
  • Lead client audit meetings and walkthroughs to foster effective communication
  • Create audit findings and reports in line with policies and procedures
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Job Description

Job Description

About the Role
This role supports the Internal Audit Group's assurance strategy and coverage for AI/Gen AI. The Manager will help drive audit engagements end-to-end. Supporting planning and execution, evaluating the design and effectiveness of controls, and delivering actionable insights that strengthen AI governance, AI lifecycle management, and AI risk assessment practices across the enterprise.

About the Team: Our Data Science and Model Risk/AI team plays a critical role in supporting Internal Audit by providing specialized assurance over models and AI/Gen AI solutions used across the enterprise. We deliver independent, risk-based evaluations that help auditors gain a clearer understanding of how models and AI are developed, governed, validated, and deployed within the business. By combining quantitative expertise with business and regulatory knowledge, the team helps uncover model risks, assess governance practices, and highlight opportunities to strengthen controls - ultimately enhancing the depth, rigor, and quality of Internal Audit's coverage over AI and model risk.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Gen AI audit coverage strategy, including risk assessments and recommendations to strengthen risk mitigation.
  • Manage and execute Gen AI audits, evaluating governance, risk management, and control processes across the AI lifecycle.
  • Share practical guidance for assessing Gen AI risks across audit portfolios.
  • Engage stakeholders to help ensure Gen AI risks are appropriately identified and documented.
  • Assess Gen AI risks, including bias, ethics, compliance, privacy, data governance, reputational, and strategic considerations.
  • Stay current on Gen AI technologies, ethical considerations, and regulatory requirements to inform audit coverage.
  • Partner with technology, risk, privacy, legal, and other stakeholders to support Gen AI audit planning and execution.
  • Assess the control effectiveness and deliver high-quality audit findings
  • Demonstrate strong judgement and sound decision making
  • Effectively coach, teach, mentor, and develop less experienced colleagues and co-sourced resources in geographically diverse locations across all aspects of their role, the audit and analytic lifecycle, audit methodology and best practices
  • Conduct post-audit feedback discussions with audit team members to provide actionable feedback, support development, and recognize accomplishments
  • Guide team to proactively and routinely communicate task status, roadblocks, challenges, suggesting potential solutions to the team Lead audit client meetings and walkthroughs
  • Develop test steps, audit findings, and the audit report in accordance with IAG policies and procedures
  • Guide team on how to validate and execute corrective actions / Management Action Plans (MAPs) are impactful, sustainable, and improve the control environment of the business unit


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Computer Science/ Financial Engineering/Statistics or another related field
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience in the financial industry, preferably in Banking Industry
  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills to deliver deliverables with quality, and actionable value-add feedback to management on issues, opportunity areas, and deficiency solutions
  • Effectively leads a team in a fast-paced environment to drive business results, utilizing related project management skills, employing creative thinking, and the ability to work on competing priorities
  • Experience in developing/validating/auditing of AI/ML Models
  • Experience with regulatory interaction
  • Understanding of local and globally significant regulatory requirements pertaining to AI/Gen AI
  • Apply critical thinking to break-down complex problems into components, and solve using data analysis, process, risk control knowledge, and experience to drive risk-based conclusions and decisions
  • Applies control theory and professional auditing practices throughout the audit lifecycle

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

The below 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.

About American Express

Amex provides industrial services to the coatings and linings sector, providing support for commercial, industrial, and maritime projects such as petrochemical, power, and water treatment industries. They offer painting services for steel structures, storage tank linings and coatings, pipelines, floors, and marine vessels such as ships, tugboats, and barges.

American Express Careers

Join the vibrant team at American Express, a global leader in financial services, and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. At American Express, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a chance to be part of a culture that is committed to excellence and inclusive growth. Work You’ll Do At American Express, we are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential. With a variety of career paths available in areas such as technology, marketing, finance, and customer service, American Express is the perfect place to advance your career. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who thrive on innovation and collaboration. Join our team and contribute to a company known for its prestigious history of leadership in the credit card industry. Engage in meaningful work that makes a real impact on our global scale business operations. American Express Leadership and Development Programs We believe in nurturing the leadership skills of our employees with extensive training programs and leadership development opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and professional development. Internship Opportunities Start your career with an internship at American Express and gain valuable industry experience. Our internships offer a chance to develop skills, work on challenging projects, and learn from leaders in the industry. Interns at American Express are considered integral members of the team and are given responsibilities that provide a real insight into their future career paths. Diversity and Inclusion At American Express, diversity and inclusion are at the core of our company culture. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee feels valued and inspired. We offer diversity training programs that empower our employees to thrive and lead in a global marketplace. Networking and Innovation Our employees enjoy unparalleled opportunities for networking and personal growth through our global connections and innovative projects. American Express encourages a culture of innovation that helps propel our company and your career forward. Career Benefits and Growth American Express is dedicated to the growth of its employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and family leave, ensuring that our team members have the support they need to succeed both at work and in their personal lives. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities and open positions at American Express. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about their careers and interested in working for a company that offers a dynamic and supportive environment. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from American Express Careers by following our career blog and signing up for job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to receive updates that match your skills and interests. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at American Express. SEARCH AMERICAN EXPRESS JOBS Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership opportunity, American Express offers a path to a rewarding career. Join us and make a difference with your passion, creativity, and drive.
Learn more about American Express
Size
64,000 employees
Market Cap
$108.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1850
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$37 billion
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