American Express

Manager - Data Governance & Management

American Express$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in organizational, planning, and project management.
  • Self-starter with proven ability to handle strategic and operational priorities.
  • Skilled in creating concise, impactful presentation materials for senior audiences.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including legal language interpretation.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and timely execution.
  • Strong critical reasoning skills and ability to navigate ambiguity confidently.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with flexibility and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead enterprise privacy strategy execution and align initiatives with business objectives.
  • Translate complex regulatory insights into actionable strategies for decision-makers.
  • Offer thought leadership to deliver innovative privacy solutions across business lines.
  • Implement change management to promote privacy-by-design across global operations.
  • Monitor global regulatory trends and enhance the privacy framework for scalability.
  • Cultivate partnerships, overcoming obstacles, and driving engagement with key stakeholders.

Benefits

  • 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
  • Free financial coaching and support
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite, or virtual options
  • 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents
  • Access to on-site wellness centers with healthcare professionals
  • Free counseling support through the Healthy Minds program
  • Career development and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

American Express is on a multi-year journey to enhance our focus on privacy compliance as well as customer data handling and transparency. As part of this journey, EDMP is establishing a global Privacy Center of Excellence (GPCE). The Senior Manager of Privacy Strategy will sit within the newly formed GPCE and support the execution of thought leadership across multiple business lines and priorities, supporting developing recommendations, program management, and implementation needs to enable privacy-compliant business outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the execution of enterprise privacy strategy, aligning initiatives with business objectives and connecting stakeholders across key workstreams.
  • Translate regulatory and business insights into clear, actionable strategies to inform executive decision-making and drive prioritization.
  • Provide thought leadership, partnering with privacy, compliance, and business teams to deliver scalable, forward-looking solutions.
  • Drive change management to embed privacy-by-design and ensure sustainable adoption across global markets.
  • Monitor global regulatory and industry trends, identifying gaps and leading enhancements to the privacy framework for international scale.
  • Influence and innovate to overcome complex barriers, resolve escalated issues, and build strong partnerships and engagement with key players and decision-makers.


Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience working in organizational, planning, and project management skills.
  • Highly motivated self-starter with a proven ability to provide support across a range of strategic and operational priorities.
  • Ability to create presentation decks and materials to communicate at senior levels concisely, clearly, and consistently.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills to synthesize key messages, prepare impactful materials, and tailor appropriately for the intended audience; ability to read and interpret legal language.
  • Strong attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy, quality, timeliness, and follow through.
  • Self-starter and independent thinker with strong critical reasoning skills and the ability to navigate ambiguity with confidence.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic team and independently manage multiple tasks and changing priorities with flexibility, adaptability and patience.
  • Ability to maintain a positive demeanor and 'can-do' attitude.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.


About the Team

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.

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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