Senior Manager, Italy Chief Risk Officer, Technology Risk

ph3Senior Manager, Italy Chief Risk Officer, Technology Risk /h3pSalary: €80,000 - 120,000 yearly /ppAzienda : American Express /ppTipo Lavoro : Full Time /ppItaly /ph3Descrizione Lavoro - Senior Manager, Italy Chief Risk Officer, Technology Risk /h3pThe Global Risk Compliance (GRC) organization serves as American Express’ independent risk management function. GRC maintains the enterprise risk framework, provides oversight and challenge, and monitors key risks. By embedding risk discipline into strategy and operations, GRC enables responsible growth, innovation, and long-term value creation while protecting customers and shareholders. /ppThe Italy Chief Risk Officer (CRO) organization within Global Risk and Compliance (GRC) is responsible for identifying and managing risk across all processes at American Express Italy. /ppThe Manager, Technology Risk, Enterprise Risk Management Italy, within the GRC organization, is responsible for establishing the second line of defense framework for the Technology Risk areasunder their responsibility for the Italian market. We are seeking an experienced risk manager to be a part of this exciting journey. The incumbent will identify, assess, measure, manage and report risk and strengthen the governance structure for our Italian businesses. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliParticipate in Risk Appetite Framework (RAF) refresh process and seek to align International Legal Entities (ILE) Technology Risk metrics with Enterprise (as far as possible) /liliCollaborate with enterprise risk type 2LOD teams to coordinate the challenge to enterprise/local risk type 1LOD teams. /liliUnderstand and speak to the Technology Risk profile of the LE based on aggregation of data and reporting /liliAct as main point of contact for Technology Risk for LE regulator, Audit and ILE Leadership, and requests for Technology Risk program/results requests /liliLE specific committee Technology Risk representative, and point of contact for Technology Risk at LE board meetings (as required) /liliInput to ILE Technology Risk policies and frameworks, where required, to ensure they meet Italian requirements /liliInfluence Enterprise Technology Risk Framework/Policies/Programs to ensure fit for purpose for ILE, and support ILE deployment of Enterprise Technology Risk programs /liliAdvise business on applicability and effective execution of Technology Risk frameworks /liliCoordinate with Enterprise Risk Lead on 2nd Line testing, risk assessments, risk appetite reviews, and review/challenge activity, supporting effective communication between ILE Technology Risk and the Enterprise for awareness, risk aggregation and action tracking. /liliEnsure appropriate communication of risks between ILE and Enterprise /liliSupport the ILE CRO in their oversight duties aligned to the Risk Governance Framework and applicable policies, reviewing Issues and findings related to Technology Risks affecting ILE, and overseeing effective remediation /lili2nd Line of Defense ILE oversight lead for Regulatory Change Managements relating to Technology Risk. /liliWork with Enterprise team to develop LE metrics dashboard, including RAF metrics, aligned with applicable regulatory requirements. /liliPerform second level review of all Information Technology (IT), Information Security (IS), Data, AI and Business Disruption risk questionnaires that need to be submitted to the Regulators /liliParticipate in operational resilience incident communication channels, with objective of monitoring and overseeing incidents that may require regulatory notification (e.g. in accordance with DORA requirements) /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3bMinimum Qualifications: /bulli5+ years of leadership experience in risk management or a similar role; /liliStrong business acumen with a risk-reward control perspective; /liliExperience in interacting with regulators and familiarity with the Italian regulatory landscape and requirements; /liliWorking understanding of the Italian and EU regulatory landscape applicable to technology, data, cybersecurity, resilience, and AI risks, including FCA/PRA supervisory expectations, DORA, GDPR, EU Artificial Intelligence Act and the Italian Government's AI Regulation Framework, as well as Italian and EU data protection requirements /liliUnderstanding risk assessment methodologies, frameworks, and industry standards. /liliExperience with Governance, Risk and Compliance tools (e.g. Archer / ServiceNow) /liliDemonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple priorities under pressure; /liliFluency in both English and Italian (verbal and written); /liliAdvanced degree in business, economics, engineering, or a related field is preferred. /liliHaving industry certifications in cybersecurity, operational resilience, business continuity management, Disaster Recovery or AI risk management is preferred. /li /ulbLeadership Skills: /bulliProven leader who can build, inspire, and coach a team with a passion for the business; /liliExcellent relationship and influence management skills with the ability to build productive relationships across teams and levels of seniority; /liliSelf-confident with a strong sense of integrity and the ability and willingness to challenge and be challenged; /liliProactive in identifying issues, delivering and escalating key findings, and advising on recommended solutions to correct issues or mitigate risks; /liliAbility to communicate oversight findings to colleagues, business partners, and senior leaders; /liliStrong verbal and written communication skills. /li /ulpEmployment eligibility to work with American Express in Italy is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions. /ppApplicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement: Terziario, Distribuzione e Servizi /ppSalary Range: €80.000 to €120.000 annually + bonus + equity + benefits /ppThe advertised salary range is based on full-time employment and will be prorated for part-time roles. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr