Tag: Express

Company: American Express

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Fri, 22 Aug 2025 22:28:28 GMT

Job description: At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. 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?The New Product Development Team is a key team within the International Card Services Centre of Excellence, responsible for the development and delivery of a suite of solutions for all segments across the world. We are looking for a multi-faceted leader who can translate customer needs into best-in-class solutions and executable plans and drive delivery, across multiple teams, to bring these products to market.The successful candidate will engage optimally at all levels and across numerous business units, functions to deliver key projects. In partnership with country delivery teams, this role will:

• Build, own and drive E2E Project Plan and associated Governance (status reports, RAID logs, Steer Cos, applicable AEMP policies and standards) including decision and update forums.
• Drive required internal communication and governance.
• Run the core team with key internal partners with clearly defined roles and responsibilities.
• Identify and translate conceptual business requirements into product features incorporating all edge cases, market nuances and acceptance criteria.
• Partner with Country and Central Product Management teams to define MVP features and curate backlog items.
• Partner with Product and Engineering Teams to assess feasibility and partner to define the solution design.
• Provide detailed explanations of required CX associated with features to the platform CoE teams to inform solutions.
• Partner with internal cross-functional collaborators (Marketing, Risk, Fraud, Credit, Compliance, GCO/Legal, Technologies etc.) to ensure key dates are met.
• Own, lead and aim to resolve issues and risks or raise to governance forums for the removal of obstacles.
• Understand the detailed tasks required for project execution, to provide leadership and support for the relevant core team members.
• Identify any gaps in proposed execution approach, recommend alternatives, highlight, and align with key partners.
• Drive execution and implementation of the new capabilities ensuring they meet market needs, desired customer experience and adhere to local regulatory, compliance and risk requirements.
• Drive integration and beta testing and ensure all go to market materials and training is in place for relevant internal teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of American Express products and business processes, solid knowledge of platforms and proven ability to define a set of user stories and use cases that pinpoint customer needs for solutioning and deliver the required value proposition. Consumer and SBS Acquisition process and infrastructure knowledge required.
• E2E project management skillset across non-technical and technical teams.
• Strong Analytical Skills – ability to collect and analyze information for problem solving and definition of potential solutions.
• Excellent Communications Skills – ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal form to different audiences with varying backgrounds.
• Proven ability to get results, adequate sense of urgency, work well with and influence different levels of the organization and with customers and partners.
• Proven track record of delivery in a matrix environment, dealing with multiple collaborators and driving project governance and partner management.
• Personal Excellence – High degree of integrity, comfortable speaking up for what is right as well as reporting/raising risks and concerns.
• Collaboration & Relationship Skills – strong relationship management and conflict resolution skills. Proven track record of positively collaborating with and influencing partners in a matrix environment to achieve outcomes without direct responsibility.
• Comfortable challenging the status quo to drive alternate solutions and testing new ideas to meet customer needs.
• Learns from mistakes and setbacks demonstrating resilience.
• High Energy/Flexibility – Must be a highly motivated self-starter, flexible with working hours to accommodate multiple time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced manager with knowledge of American Express products and business operations will be a plus.
• Understanding of Amex platforms and their integrations with an understanding of how APIs work.
• Experience of delivering via the Agile methodology. SAFE certification, Project Management certifications and Agile Product Owner certifications preferred.

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 committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment in which all people who apply for positions or who work for or on behalf of Amex are treated with dignity and respect and are provided with equal treatment with respect to employment, regardless of that person’s age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, colour, ancestry, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion or creed, marital status, family status, pregnancy, disability, record of offences, social condition or origin, political beliefs, association or activity or other factors prohibited under applicable Human Rights legislation (the “Prohibited Grounds”). If you have a disability and need accommodation, please speak with the Recruiter for more information.Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

At American Express, the culture is rooted in 175 years of innovation, emphasizing support for customers, communities, and colleagues. Employees are encouraged to develop their skills, leadership, and careers within a collaborative environment where their ideas are valued.

The New Product Development Team is seeking a leader to drive the development of new solutions globally. The role involves managing end-to-end project plans, coordinating with various internal teams, and translating customer needs into viable product features. Responsibilities include fostering communication, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Key Qualifications:

• Knowledge of American Express products and project management skills across technical and non-technical teams.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proven ability to achieve results in a matrixed environment and manage relationships effectively.
• Flexibility and a proactive or "self-starter" attitude.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in American Express products, Agile methodologies, and relevant certifications.

American Express supports its employees’ holistic well-being with competitive salaries, bonuses, health benefits, flexible work arrangements, and career development opportunities. The company is committed to inclusivity and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Employment offers are contingent upon successful background checks.

Company: American Express

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Fri, 08 Aug 2025 22:41:57 GMT

Job description: At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. 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?The New Product Development Team is a key team within the International Card Services Centre of Excellence, responsible for the development and delivery of a suite of solutions for all segments across the globe from Consumers and Small Business to Large Corporations. We are looking for a multi-faceted leader who can translate customer needs into best-in-class solutions and executable plans and drive delivery, across multiple teams, to bring these products to market.

• The successful candidate will engage optimally at all levels and across numerous business units, functions to deliver key projects. In partnership with country delivery teams, this role will:

• Primary focus in 2025 to drive E2E Market delivery and Business Readiness for the Netherlands, New Zealand and Singapore Consumer and SBS Acquisition Market Migrations.
• Primary focus in 2025 to drive Drive Business discovery for Finland, Austria, and Belgium Consumer and SBS Acquisition journeys to ensure solid understanding of requirements and alignment of scope. Drive robust discussions to challenge processes, streamline asks and make difficult decisions as needed.
• Primary focus in 2025 and early 2026 to drive Drive E2E Market delivery and Business Readiness for the Finland, Austria, and Belgium Consumer and SBS Acquisition Market Migrations.
• Build, own and drive E2E Project Plan and associated Governance (status reports, RAID logs, Steer Co, applicable AEMP policies and standards) including decision and update forums.
• Drive required internal communication and governance.
• Run the core team with key internal partners with clearly defined roles and responsibilities.
• Identify and translates conceptual business requirements into product features incorporating all edge cases and acceptance criteria.
• Partner with Country and Central Product Management teams to define MVP features and curate backlog items.
• Partner with Product and Engineering Teams to assess feasibility and partner to define the solution design.
• Provide detailed explanations of required CX associated with features to the platform CoE teams to inform solutions.
• Partner with internal cross-functional collaborators (Marketing, Global Services Group, Risk, Fraud, Credit, Compliance, GCO/Legal, Technologies etc.) to ensure key dates are met.
• Own, lead and aim to resolve issues and risks or raise to governance forums for the removal of obstacles.
• Understand the detailed tasks required for project execution, to provide leadership and support for the relevant core team members.
• Identify any gaps in proposed execution approach, recommend alternatives, highlight, and align with key partners.
• Drive execution and implementation of the new capabilities ensuring they meet market needs, desired customer experience and adhere to local regulatory, compliance and risk requirements.
• Drive integration and beta testing and ensure all go to market materials and training is in place for relevant internal teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of American Express products and business processes, solid knowledge of platforms and proven ability to define a set of user stories and use cases that pinpoint customer needs for solutioning and deliver the required value proposition. Consumer and SBS Acquisition process and infrastructure knowledge required.
• E2E project management skillset across non-technical and technical teams.
• Strong Analytical Skills – ability to collect and analyze information for problem solving and definition of potential solutions.
• Excellent Communications Skills – ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal form to different audiences with varying backgrounds.
• Proven ability to get results, work well with and influence different levels of the organization and with customers and partners.
• Proven track record of delivery in a matrix environment, dealing with multiple collaborators and driving project governance and partner management.
• Personal Excellence – High degree of integrity, comfortable speaking up for what is right as well as reporting/raising risks and concerns.
• Collaboration & Relationship Skills – strong relationship management and conflict resolution skills. Proven track record of positively collaborating with and influencing partners in a matrix environment to achieve outcomes without direct responsibility.
• Comfortable challenging the status quo to drive alternate solutions and testing new ideas to meet customer needs.
• Learns from mistakes and setbacks demonstrating resilience.
• High Energy/Flexibility – Must be a highly motivated self-starter, flexible with working hours to accommodate multiple time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of delivering via the SAFE Agile methodology. SAFE certification and Agile Product Owner certifications preferred.
• Experienced manager with knowledge of American Express products and business operations will be a plus.
• Understanding of Amex platforms and their integrations with an understanding of how APIs work.

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 committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment in which all people who apply for positions or who work for or on behalf of Amex are treated with dignity and respect and are provided with equal treatment with respect to employment, regardless of that person’s age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, colour, ancestry, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion or creed, marital status, family status, pregnancy, disability, record of offences, social condition or origin, political beliefs, association or activity or other factors prohibited under applicable Human Rights legislation (the “Prohibited Grounds”). If you have a disability and need accommodation, please speak with the Recruiter for more information.Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

At American Express, the company values a 175-year legacy of innovation and leadership, emphasizing support for customers, communities, and employees. Joining Team Amex provides opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and making a meaningful impact.

The New Product Development Team, part of the International Card Services Centre of Excellence, seeks a versatile leader to translate customer needs into effective product solutions. Key responsibilities include overseeing market delivery for specific regions, facilitating business readiness, leading project management, driving cross-department collaboration, managing communications and governance, and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Candidates should possess strong knowledge of American Express products, end-to-end project management skills, analytical abilities, and excellent communication. Experience with the Agile methodology is preferred, as is a background in American Express operations.

The role offers competitive salaries, bonuses, comprehensive benefits packages, flexible working arrangements, career development opportunities, and a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility. Employment is contingent on a successful background verification check.