Director Assistant, AMEX Ventures - Strategic Partner for Corporate Venture Capital Innovation

Join Team Amex: Empowering Innovation and Growth through Strategic Venture Capital Investments At American Express, we're committed to backing our customers, communities, and colleagues, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a global leader in the financial services industry, we're dedicated to providing the world's best customer experience, driven by our values of integrity, teamwork, and a passion for excellence. American Express Ventures, our corporate venture capital arm, is at the forefront of identifying and investing in groundbreaking startups that shape the future of FinTech, commerce, and enterprise software. About American Express Ventures With a decade-long history of backing over 100 category-defining founders, Amex Ventures has established itself as a key player in the venture capital ecosystem. Our investments in companies like Biocatch, Blackbird Labs, Firework, Melio, Menlo Security, Plaid, Stripe, Toast, and Wonder have not only generated significant returns but also fostered strategic partnerships that drive innovation and growth. As a Director Assistant, AMEX Ventures, you will play a vital role in supporting the Senior Vice President and the Amex Ventures team in developing and executing our investment strategy, managing day-to-day operations, and driving team culture. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic support on a broad range of initiatives, partnering with the SVP and team to develop, drive, and deliver the enterprise strategy for Amex Ventures Act as a central point of contact for initiatives spearheaded by the SVP, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with business objectives Lead various team initiatives, including onboarding new hires, training and development of existing team members, and fostering a strong virtual/hybrid culture and community across the team Design and lead high-quality presentations for key strategic topics, leveraging exceptional communication and problem-solving skills Liaise and build strong partnerships with business leaders, colleague team members, external contacts, and other relevant partners to ensure alignment and execution of the team's overall priorities Lead leadership team meetings and strategic planning sessions, as well as the overall budgeting and forecasting process, demonstrating expertise in project management and change management Qualifications and Skills To succeed in this role, you will need: Extensive experience in project management and change management, with the ability to multitask and handle shifting priorities in a complex, fast-paced environment Exceptional qualitative and quantitative problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of issue identification, problem structuring, analysis, and development of recommendations Exemplary positive attitude and interpersonal skills, with a consistent record of building, maintaining, and leveraging relationships with senior management at all levels within the organization Highly motivated self-starter with excellent organizational skills, careful attention to detail, and the ability to drive results in a self-directed manner Strong executive presence and proven ability to exercise utmost discretion when handling confidential matters Prior experience working within the Blue Box, with a consistent track record of influence and impact, is highly preferred Familiarity with the VC ecosystem and understanding of the investment lifecycle is a significant plus Essential Skills and Competencies Strong Microsoft Office skills, including PowerPoint and Excel Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work in a remote or hybrid environment, with flexibility to adapt to changing business needs Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills Collaborative mindset with a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits As a Director Assistant, AMEX Ventures, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, develop your skills in venture capital and investment strategy, and collaborate with senior leaders across the organization. You will be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of financial services and commerce. Our commitment to employee development and growth means that you will have access to training and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and a clear path for career advancement. Work Environment and Company Culture At American Express, we pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse culture, where everyone is seen, heard, and feels like they belong. Our Amex Flex working model provides greater flexibility to colleagues, while preserving the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on the role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model, or fully virtually. We offer a range of benefits and programs that support our colleagues' holistic well-being, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits, as well as flexible working arrangements and generous paid parental leave. Compensation and Benefits We offer a competitive salary range of $130,000 to $205,000 annually, plus bonus, equity (if applicable), and benefits. Our benefits package includes: Competitive base salaries Bonus incentives 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan Free financial coaching and financial well-being support Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite, or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption, or surrogacy 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 Join Our Team If you're a motivated and strategic thinker with a passion for venture capital and innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Director Assistant, AMEX Ventures, you will play a critical role in supporting the Senior Vice President and the Amex Ventures team, driving business growth, and shaping the future of financial services. Apply now and join our team of talented professionals who are committed to making a difference. American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. Apply for this job