Audit Manager – Third Party Risk

American Express

. Support Internal Audit Group assurance coverage for Third-Party Risk Management .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $89,250 - $150,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Third-Party Risk Management, including governance, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring, while effectively leading audit engagements and teams. Proficient in analyzing audit results, synthesizing findings, and communicating effectively with stakeholders.

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Third-Party Risk ManagementAudit Engagement ManagementData AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Audit ExperienceRisk Control KnowledgeControl TheoryProfessional Auditing PracticesData ManagementFinancial Crime Risk AssessmentOperational ResilienceIssue ManagementLifecycle ManagementAudit Reporting

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationCritical ThinkingMentoringCoaching

Industry Keywords

Big FourG-SIBRegulatory RisksFinancial Industry Best PracticesEmerging Technology Considerations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Internal Audit Group assurance coverage for Third-Party Risk Management
Serve as Auditor in Charge on audits, managing engagements end-to-end
Plan audit projects and define objectives and scope
Coordinate with control groups, external auditors, stakeholders, and regulators
Conduct L1 reviews and serve as the primary audit client contact
Analyze audit results and documentation, evaluate effectiveness and efficiency, and synthesize audit findings
Lead audit client meetings and walkthroughs
Develop test steps, audit findings, and audit reports according to IAG policies and procedures
Guide validation and execution of corrective actions and Management Action Plans
Track key metrics to identify control issues and trends and assess the impact of industry and regulatory changes
Delegate tasks, guide auditors, assess risks, evaluate control design, execute audit tests, and review work papers
Coach, teach, mentor, and develop less experienced colleagues and co-sourced resources
Conduct post-audit feedback discussions and provide actionable development feedback
Guide proactive communication of task status, roadblocks, challenges, and potential solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
5+ years of audit experience
Prior experience working at a Big Four / G-SIB
Understanding of third-party risk management frameworks, including governance, due diligence, ongoing monitoring, lifecycle management, issue management, and reporting
Understanding of risks associated with third-party relationships across the vendor lifecycle, including operational resilience, information security, technology, data management, financial crime, and regulatory compliance
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
Critical thinking and ability to use data analysis, process knowledge, risk control knowledge, and experience to drive risk-based conclusions and decisions
Knowledge of control theory and professional auditing practices throughout the audit lifecycle
Understanding of regulations, regulatory risks, accounting, and financial industry best practices, including emerging technology and data considerations
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S.; visa sponsorship will not be pursued

Benefits

Comp & perks

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