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American Express · 2 days ago

Manager & Counsel – Global Merchant & Network Services, Global Strategy, Operations & Performance (Debit)

New York, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$123K/yr - $215K/yr

3+ years exp

American Express is a well-established company with a rich history of innovation and commitment to its customers. They are seeking a Director & Counsel to support the Global Strategy, Operations & Performance team within Global Merchant & Network Services, focusing on U.S. debit capabilities and providing legal guidance on various operational and policy matters. The role involves collaborating with skilled lawyers and managing legal support for the global GSOP business unit.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collaborating with a team of highly skilled lawyers on diverse initiatives and complex matters, which impact network acquiring solutions, issuer products, merchant services and operations, data privacy, information security, antitrust, regulatory compliance, financial fraud, credit and merchant risk, litigation, and investigations within a rapidly evolving business and legal environment

Driving consistency and awareness across a range of network and merchant policies and programs from a legal, contractual, and operational standpoint, including serving as a central 'center of excellence' for colleagues within GMNS GCO across the global organization on such matters

Supporting the identification and implementation of process improvement in legal and related business operations, including contract template enhancements

Participating in a small team of seasoned attorneys and legal managers, offering thought leadership for cross-cutting issues and strategic projects

Managing effective, cost-conscious targeted engagements of outside counsel where necessary, with a disciplined approach to budget management

Qualification

J.D.Financial services experienceLegal complianceU.S. debit routing knowledgeAnalytical thinkingProject managementClear communicatorEnthusiasm for learningProblem-solvingInterpersonal skillsTeamwork abilitiesAttention to detailWork ethic

Required

J.D. with ability to practice law in New York

3+ years of relevant work experience in a law firm and/or in-house corporate legal department focused on financial services, financial technology, merchant services, or payments

Specific experience providing thoughtful and practical advice on complex business issues

Preferred

Understanding of the U.S. debit routing, processing, and acquiring infrastructure

Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills

Ability to identify and manage legal, compliance, and business risks, and create innovative solutions

Clear and persuasive communicator, both written and verbal, with exceptional interpersonal and teamwork abilities

Experience with drafting and negotiating standard agreements, providing practical guidance, building credibility with stakeholders, and organizing sensitive documentation

Effective collaborator with cross-functional teams, consistently meeting deadlines while prioritizing multiple demands and maintaining attention to detail

Displays enthusiasm for learning, strong work ethic, and dedication

Eager to deepen knowledge of business operations within the evolving American Express Global Merchant and Network organization