Manager Assistant

@ American Express

About Manager Assistant at American Express

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values, and leadership behaviors. Here, your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and you are backed by world-class support.

Role Overview

This Manager Assistant role supports an Executive Vice President & Managing Counsel within the General Counsel’s Organization (GCO) in New York. You will handle a broad range of tasks including executive communications, presentations, strategic projects, meeting facilitation, and budget oversight.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key contributor and thought partner to the EVP & Managing Counsel.
• Develop high-quality presentations and talking points for executive meetings.
• Manage special projects and strategic initiatives across the GCO.
• Organize leadership and staff meetings with clear agendas.
• Oversee team financials, track expenditures, and prepare budget reports.
• Engage with the Legal Operations team on technology and AI initiatives.

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• High discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent stakeholder management and strategic thinking abilities.

Work Arrangement & Benefits

This position is hybrid, requiring presence in the New York office, combined with flexible work arrangements. Benefits include competitive salaries, bonus incentives, comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, paid parental leave, wellness centers, and career development opportunities.

Key skills/competency

• Executive Support
• Strategic Planning
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Presentation Design
• Communication
• Budgeting
• Leadership Support
• Organizational Skills
• Legal Operations