Director, Enterprise Strategic Portfolio & Transactions

American Express

. Structure, draft, and negotiate complex cloud, AI, software, marketing technology, infrastructure, consulting, hardware, and services agreements .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $144,250 - $256,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, providing strategic legal counsel, and advising on technology transactions and compliance. Proficient in translating technical concepts into actionable guidance for diverse stakeholders.

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J.D. DegreeNew York Bar Admission5+ Years Legal ExperienceComplex Commercial AgreementsTechnology Transactions

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Hard Skills

Drafting AgreementsNegotiating AgreementsLegal CounselRisk ManagementComplianceDue DiligenceContract ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementGovernanceIntegration Activities

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional LeadershipKnowledge SharingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Negotiation PlaybooksAgreement TemplatesToolkits

Certifications & Qualifications

J.D. DegreeNew York Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

Cloud AgreementsAI AgreementsSoftware AgreementsMarketing TechnologyFinancial Services Regulatory RequirementsEmerging Technology AgreementsStrategic Sourcing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Structure, draft, and negotiate complex cloud, AI, software, marketing technology, infrastructure, consulting, hardware, and services agreements
Provide strategic legal counsel to procurement, technology, product, and business teams on contract and related issues
Lead cross-functional teams supporting complex transactions and drive deal strategy, knowledge sharing, and consistent enterprise positions
Advise on ongoing supplier relationships, governance, compliance, and risk management issues
Support development and maintenance of agreement templates, fallback positions, negotiation playbooks, and associated toolkits
Support due diligence, transition services agreements, and integration activities for acquisitions
Track industry, legal, and market developments

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. with admission to practice law in the United States
Admission to the New York Bar in good standing, or eligibility to obtain it
5+ years of experience in a relevant practice group at a law firm and/or in-house corporate legal department
Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
Ability to translate technical and regulatory concepts into plain English and actionable guidance for non-lawyers
Experience in a technology transactions, IP transactions, strategic sourcing, or equivalent practice group preferred
Experience advising on AI, data and emerging technology agreements preferred
Experience working at or with technology and financial services companies preferred
Familiarity with financial services regulatory requirements preferred
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required; the company will not pursue visa sponsorship

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