PpJoin to apply for the bDirector – Head of Regulatory Advisory /b role at bAmerican Express /b /p pAt American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to support our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you will experience comprehensive support for your holistic well‑being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Your voice and ideas matter; your work makes an impact, and together we will define the future of American Express. /p h3How you will make an impact in this role /h3 ul liLead the Regulatory Advisory Team as Director, acting as the primary senior point of reference for all regulatory matters /li liProvide authoritative interpretation and guidance on all applicable regulations /li liSupport strategic initiatives and business decisions by assessing regulatory impacts and advising senior stakeholders and committees /li liMonitor regulatory developments at national, EU, and international levels, translating them into actionable guidance for the business /li liStrengthen internal governance through policies, frameworks, and risk assessments /li liHandle supervisory interactions and requests for information /li liOversee regulatory aspects of product development and lifecycle management for issuing and acquiring services /li liCollaborate with other Compliance teams, including international teams, to ensure a coordinated approach /li liLead, coach, and develop a team of regulatory specialists, fostering a risk‑culture of excellence /li /ul h3Minimum Qualifications /h3 ul liDegree in Law /li li+10 years of experience in Compliance or Legal roles, preferably within banking, financial services, or regulated fintech /li liExtensive expertise in the regulatory framework governing payment services, including issuing and acquiring /li liProven experience managing interactions with supervisory authorities /li liStrong strategic thinking and the ability to provide pragmatic guidance to executive and business stakeholders /li liExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of clearly articulating complex regulatory topics /li liSolid leadership capabilities with experience managing teams in dynamic and evolving environments /li liAbility to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work in a deadline‑intensive environment /li liFluency in Italian and English (both written and verbal); additional languages are an advantage /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 ul liCompetitive base salaries /li liBonus incentives /li liSupport for financial‑well‑being and retirement /li liComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location) /li liFlexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need /li liGenerous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location) /li liFree access to global on‑site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) /li liFree and confidential counselling support through our Healthy Minds program /li liCareer development and training opportunities /li /ul pOffer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations. /p h3Seniority level /h3 ul liDirector /li /ul h3Employment type /h3 ul liFull‑time /li /ul h3Job function /h3 ul liOther /li /ul h3Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at American Express by 2x /h3 /p #J-18808-Ljbffr