American Express

Manager-Risk Management

Posted On

March 16, 2026

Location

Gurugram, Haryana

Experience Level

Freshers/Experienced

Job Type

Permanent

Apply By

April 5, 2026

Job Description

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

How will you make an impact in this role?

Within the Enterprise Risk Management & Risk Oversight Group in GRC, Enterprise Risk Management & Strategic Initiatives is the independent risk management team that plays a pivotal role in identification, assessment and mitigation of risks affecting the organization. The team’s core responsibility is to design, implement and oversee risk measurement & management frameworks at American Express.

Roles & Responsibilities: 

Manager – Enterprise Risk Management & Strategic Initiatives will be responsible for providing independent oversight and effective challenge on risk-related matters across the organization. This individual will work closely with senior management and business units to ensure effective identification, assessment and mitigation of risks across the enterprise. The responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Assisting in the development of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures to strengthen enterprise-wide risk practices.
Conducting risk assessments on Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), including due diligence review, integration risk management, and ongoing monitoring.
Supporting the development of risk governance framework for Joint Ventures and ensuring controls for heightened risk areas.
Performing Climate Risk-related assessments, including end to end measurement of physical and transition risk, scenario analysis, and supporting disclosure requirements.
Conducting peer benchmarking and research on industry-wide best practices to recommend enhancements for effective risk management and risk oversight.

Supporting a variety of strategic projects within the Enterprise Risk Management team to enhance risk identification and measurement capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in finance, statistics, actuarial science, mathematics, economics, operations research, or a related field.
4-7 years of experience in risk management, banking, finance, or management consulting.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong understanding of risk management principles, methodologies, frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; Effectively develops presentation materials with clear, concise, and compelling messaging for Senior Management, the Board, and external regulators
Proven ability to deliver high quality, error-free documents.
Experience with Python/SAS/R is a plus.

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
Support for financial-well-being and retirement
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
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

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

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