American Express

Senior Manager, Strategic Planning- Enterprise AI Transformation Office

American Express$150K — $180K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience in product management or technical program management.
  • Proven ability to coordinate complex cross-functional initiatives.
  • Strong understanding of product management principles and technology lifecycles.
  • Ability to assess product roadmaps and support enterprise planning decisions.
  • Experience translating strategic objectives into execution plans and governance artifacts.
  • Comfortable influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
  • Foundational understanding of governance and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

  • Support coordination of enterprise AI product initiatives and execution plans.
  • Build and maintain integrated program plans with risk management strategies.
  • Identify friction points to streamline governance processes.
  • Analyze product roadmaps for risks and opportunities in standardization.
  • Develop data-driven insights for prioritization and governance decisions.
  • Facilitate alignment and execution across diverse stakeholder teams.
  • Prepare materials for governance forums and leadership reviews.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salaries and bonus incentives.
  • 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits.
  • Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite, or virtual arrangements.
  • 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents.
  • Access to global on-site wellness centers staffed by professionals.
  • Free and confidential counseling support through the Healthy Minds program.
  • Career development and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Team

The Enterprise AI Transformation Office sits at the center of one of the company's most important strategic priorities: harnessing AI and automation to fundamentally transform how we operate, serve customers, and create long-term enterprise value.

This program is designed to deliver outsized impact across three critical audiences:
  • Customers: Elevate experiences to be more personalized, seamless, and differentiated - delivered consistently and at scale.
  • Colleagues: Simplify and automate internal processes so teams can focus on driving the most important business outcomes.
  • Shareholders: Reimagine how we work and what we deliver - leveraging AI and automation to improve performance, increase efficiency, and drive sustainable enterprise value.


The Enterprise AI Transformation Office will lead enterprise-wide measurement and governance, cultivate a future pipeline of transformation opportunities, and modernize core business enablement processes (e.g., TLM, New Product Development, Model Governance). We will redesign these processes to eliminate friction and automate where possible - without compromising strong risk management and governance - enabling the enterprise to move with speed and confidence.

AITO is leading an enterprise-wide effort to reimagine and modernize core risk and governance processes for an AI-enabled organization, working across all lines of defense, legal, regulatory, and technology partners to enable faster, simpler, and more consistent approval and enablement pathways.

The Role

The Enterprise AI Transformation Office will lead the design and execution of business enablement and governance modernization efforts across the enterprise.

This role will support strategic enterprise transformation initiatives focused on modernizing governance and risk management leveraging responsible AI adoption across American Express.

The Senior Manager will support AITO's enterprise transformation initiatives by coordinating strategic programs focused on risk management and governance modernization. This role will partner closely with leaders across Product, Technology, Risk, and business units to drive cross-functional alignment, manage program execution, and support governance activities across multiple initiatives.

The successful candidate will leverage strong product management and technology expertise to support enterprise product strategy, evaluate cross-functional product roadmaps, and help drive consistent execution across AI transformation initiatives. This role will work across multiple product and technology teams to identify opportunities for standardization, improve user experiences, support operating model evolution, and enable cohesive delivery across the enterprise AI portfolio.

As the Enterprise AI Transformation Office evolves, this role may also support additional enterprise AI strategic priorities beyond risk management and governance modernization.

Responsibilities

Program Management
  • Support the coordination of enterprise AI product initiatives by partnering with Product and Technology teams to align milestones, dependencies, and execution plans across multiple workstreams.
  • Build and maintain integrated program plans, milestones, risks, dependencies, and executive reporting.
  • Help identify friction points and opportunities to simplify governance processes and improve organizational effectiveness.


Delivery and Execution Management
  • Analyze cross-functional product roadmaps, identify execution risks and opportunities for standardization, and help connect individual initiatives into an integrated enterprise delivery plan.
  • Support the development and adoption of common product planning practices, governance processes, and user experience principles across enterprise AI initiatives.
  • Develop data-driven analyses, recommendations, and executive-ready insights to inform prioritization, governance decisions, and program execution.
  • Help ensure programs align with business objectives, enterprise governance standards, and applicable regulatory and control requirements.


Stakeholder Management
  • Coordinate with stakeholders across the enterprise including Product, Technology, Control Management, and Business Unit teams to drive alignment and execution.
  • Facilitate cross-functional discussions to resolve dependencies, align priorities, and support consistent execution across product and technology teams.
  • Prepare materials for governance forums, leadership reviews, and working sessions.


Other
  • Support additional Enterprise AI Transformation initiatives as organizational priorities evolve.


Qualifications

  • Experience in product management, technical program management, consulting, strategy, operations, PMO, or enterprise transformation.
  • Experience coordinating complex cross-functional initiatives across Product, Technology, and business organizations.
  • Strong understanding of product management principles and technology development lifecycles, with experience supporting product strategy or technical delivery across multiple teams.
  • Ability to assess product roadmaps, technology capabilities, and cross-team dependencies to support enterprise planning and governance decisions.
  • Experience translating strategic objectives into structured execution plans, governance artifacts, and actionable deliverables.
  • Comfort navigating ambiguity, influencing stakeholders without direct authority, and driving alignment across matrixed Product, Technology, and business teams.
  • Foundational understanding of governance, risk, compliance, or regulatory environments (financial services preferred).
  • Strong program management, organizational, and execution skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive execution in a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills.
  • High attention to detail with a disciplined approach to program execution.
  • Interest in AI transformation, governance modernization, and enterprise operating model design.


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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