Job DescriptionAmerican Express continues to invest in enterprise data management, and as part of the journey, we are seeking a Senior Analyst, Embedded Data Controls to help operationalize how data risk is identified, assessed, and mitigated across critical business processes. This role will support the integration of the Data Risk Pillar into key governance frameworks, ensuring that data-related risks are proactively addressed in areas such as New Product Governance (NPG), Third-Party Lifecycle Management (TLM), Generative AI (GenAI), Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
You will work closely with business, technology, and risk partners to translate data governance standards into practical, scalable controls and assessment tools that can be embedded into day-to-day decision-making.
This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys solving complex, ambiguous problems, collaborating across teams, and shaping how modern and emerging data risks are governed.
Responsibilities- Support the design and development of data risk assessments across governance processes including New Product Governance (NPG), Third-Party Lifecycle Management (TLM), Generative AI (GenAI), and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
- Support the translation of enterprise data policies and standards into practical controls, tools, and assessment criteria
- Assist in embedding data controls "by design" into business workflows and governance processes
- Support the development of risk assessment templates, playbooks, and supporting materials.
- Help drive adoption and awareness through training materials and stakeholder engagement
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Data, Risk Management, Business, or related field
- 2-5 years of experience in data governance, risk management, internal controls, audit, or compliance (preferably within financial services)
- Foundational understanding of data risk concepts (e.g., data quality, access controls, data lineage, privacy)
- Ability to collaborate, influence, and communicate across multiple stakeholders and levels of leadership, speaking at the appropriate level of detail to both business executives and technology teams.
- Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to engage, influence, and encourage partners and stakeholders to drive collaboration and alignment.
- High degree of organization, individual initiative, results and solution oriented, and personal accountability and resiliency
- Proven track record of driving results in a fast-paced environment often with significant ambiguity and needing to make decisions with less than perfect information.
- 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 TeamWe 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.
