Senior Credit Risk Analyst

OverviewAt 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. Role and ResponsibilitiesHow will you make an impact in this role? You will join a team responsible for supporting and collaborating in the definition of credit strategies and models, credit risk monitoring and governance for the acquisition of individuals and small companies. Thanks to your strong analytical mindset and data manipulation skills you will work on projects to implement automated monitoring systems while deep-diving on identifying opportunities of growth. You will be involved with the CFR International Centre of Excellence teams on defining and implement the best-in-class modelling solutions and strategies dedicated to acquisition for individuals and small companies. In particular, you will be requested the following activities: Credit Risk Data and Processes: Identify new and innovative data points and sources to enhance our models and strategies, then support the integration of the new data in our systems. Identify opportunities for process efficiencies and contribute to work flow / process change redesign, forming a good understanding of the specific product or process. Credit Risk Analysis: Analyse, assess, and quantify the impact and probability of various risk scenarios and select the most appropriate course of action for the given situation. Insights and Reporting: Develop, create and maintain credit risk reporting. Lead execution of complex reports, identifying and interpreting complex patterns and trends, and translating those insights into actionable recommendations. Applies comprehensive knowledge and skills to create relevant, lucid and effective reports. Computer Skills : Independently supports business processes with comprehensive understanding and effective use of standard office equipment software packages (SQL and Python). Credit Risk Management: Keep track of risk parameters, identifying any more deviations and reporting them to more senior colleagues. Compliance Management: Works with guidance to achieve full compliance with applicable policy and regulations. Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions: Develop expert understanding of the end-to-end customer journeys, understand the systems where the data resides, the processes by which data is collated and stored and the methods available for data retrieval. Minimum QualificationsSTEM bachelor’s degree required. Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience in any of these fields: Credit Risk, Modelling. Consulting, Data and Analytics. Experience in automated reporting, models and analytical systems. Strong analytical skills and professional proficiency in SQL and Python and automation tools (PowerBI). Understanding of Credit Risk Modelling (preferred if Machine Learning). Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and a strong willingness to learn. Proficient in English and Italian. Credit Bureau knowledge is a plus. Employment eligibility to work with American Express in Italy is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions. BenefitsWe 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 Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.#J-18808-Ljbffr