American Express

Vice President, Amex Insights & Operations

American Express • $200K — $250K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Extensive leadership experience in customer insights, market research, strategy, consulting, or related discipline.
  • Deep expertise in qualitative and quantitative research and translating insights into business strategy.
  • Strong operational leadership in governance, vendor management, and budget oversight.
  • Experience leading transformation leveraging AI-powered research and emerging technologies.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. Employment eligibility to work in the U.S. is required.

Responsibilities

  • Set the vision and strategic agenda for B2B Insights and Operations & Enablement.
  • Partner with senior leaders to define business questions and shape research strategies.
  • Lead strategic research engagements, identifying customer needs and market trends.
  • Synthesize research and data into executive narratives that drive action.
  • Establish a proactive insights model anticipating customer needs and opportunities.
  • Lead Operations function for Amex Insights, focusing on governance and process redesign.
  • Collaborate with various functions to advance AI-powered research tools and capabilities.

Benefits

  • 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 options
  • 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents
  • Free access to global wellness centers staffed with healthcare professionals
  • Free and confidential counseling through Healthy Minds program
  • Career development and training opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Vice President, Amex Insights & Operations leads strategic insights engagements for B2B and enterprise business partners across American Express and oversees the Operations function for Amex Insights. This leader partners with senior executives to translate complex business challenges into actionable customer insights that inform product, marketing, customer experience, and growth strategies, while leading the governance, operating model and agency partnerships needed to deliver high-quality insights efficiently and at scale.

This is a unique opportunity to help define the future of insights at American Express -building a more proactive, technology-enabled and consultative organization that moves beyond answering research questions to anticipating business needs, shaping strategy, and improving the quality and speed of enterprise decision-making.

Responsibilities

Set the vision and strategic agenda across B2B Insights, Enterprise Insights, and Operations & Enablement, creating a connected portfolio that delivers high-impact insights while continuously improving how research is prioritized, executed and activated across American Express.

Insights
  • Partner with a wide range of senior leaders to define business questions, shape research strategies, and deliver actionable recommendations.
  • Lead strategic research engagements for enterprise business partners, identifying emerging customer needs, market trends, and competitive dynamics to deliver insights that inform business strategy, product, marketing, customer experience, innovation, and growth.
  • Synthesize qualitative and quantitative research, behavioral data, and market intelligence into compelling executive narratives that drive action.
  • Anticipate what's next. Establish a more proactive insights model that identifies emerging customer needs, marketplace shifts and strategic opportunities before they become explicit research requests, helping business leaders make better decisions with greater confidence and speed.


Operations
  • Lead the Operations function for Amex Insights, including research governance, compliance, risk management, vendor partnerships, budgeting, and operational excellence, redesigning processes and transforming experiences to increase efficiency, quality, and scale.
  • Partner across Amex Insights Capabilities, Technology, Risk, Legal, Procurement, and other key functions to advance AI-powered research tools, emerging technologies, and capabilities that enhance insight generation and delivery.
  • Lead the team and help shape the continued evolution of Amex Insights as a strategic enterprise capability.


Qualifications

  • Extensive leadership experience in customer insights, market research, strategy, consulting, or a related discipline, with a track record of influencing enterprise strategy and senior leaders in complex, matrixed organizations.
  • Deep expertise in qualitative and quantitative research and translating customer insights into business strategy, supported by strong executive communication and storytelling skills.
  • Strong operational leadership across governance, vendor management, budgeting, process redesign, and scalable operating models.
  • Experience leading transformation and leveraging AI-powered research tools and emerging technologies to enhance insight generation and delivery.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
    Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S 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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