Manager, AI Risk Management

American Express

. Implement and maintain the AI risk management framework, AI risk management policy, and AI risk capabilities .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $123,000 - $215,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AI Risk Management, including the design and implementation of AI guardrails, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage and report on AI risks. Possesses a strong understanding of relevant regulations and ethical principles in the Financial Services Industry.

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AI Risk ManagementRisk ManagementAI TechnologiesFinancial Services RegulationsAI Risk Training Development

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Hard Skills

AI Risk Management FrameworkRisk MeasurementRisk MonitoringAI Risk ReportingAI Guardrails DesignAI Risk Testing ProcessesAI Risk Metrics DevelopmentAI Ethical PrinciplesComplianceGovernance

Soft Skills

Intellectual CuriosityCollaborative DeliveryExcellent CommunicationLeadership Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

GARP’s Risk and AI

Industry Keywords

Financial Services IndustryAI Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement and maintain the AI risk management framework, AI risk management policy, and AI risk capabilities
Identify, measure, manage, monitor, and report risks related to AI
Identify heightened and novel risks presented by non-Traditional AI and oversee controls in line with AXP’s risk and control framework
Execute monitoring and testing processes to continuously evaluate AI risks
Identify emerging AI risk themes
Collaborate with leadership across Technology, Innovation, Risk, Legal, Data, and other organizations to report on the organization’s AI risk profile
Develop Board and management reporting on key AI risk metrics
Design and develop AI risk training resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of five-years experience in AI Risk Management and/or design and implementation of AI guardrails
Strong background in risk management, compliance, and governance
Deep technical expertise in AI technologies and their potential risks
Knowledgeable of relevant Financial Services Industry regulations globally, AI standards, and AI ethical principles
Advanced degree in Technology, Engineering, Risk Management, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline is preferred
Proven track record in AI-enabled risk management is desirable
Intellectual curiosity
Ability to collaboratively deliver outcomes and results in an ambiguous environment
Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence cross-functional teams
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., GARP’s Risk and AI)
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