VP, M&A Strategy and Business Development

American Express•New York, NY

55d•Hybrid

About The Position

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values 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. How will you make an impact in this role? This Vice President will be an integral part of the Corporate Development team, tasked with supporting American Express' growth and innovation through M&A transactions. This individual will be responsible for working in close consultation with the AXP business units and senior management to develop M&A strategy and identify possible acquisition, divestiture and joint venture transactions. This position will report directly to the EVP, Head of Corporate Development.

Requirements

10+ years previous experience in investment banking, corporate development, consulting, business development or similar roles
Must possess excellent business acumen and strong collaboration and influencing skill as well as ability to drive results
Strong analytical capability, including the ability to quickly learn new business models and identify trends in both existing and emerging industries
Expert financial and valuation skills and must be able to frame and guide financial analyses
Excellent project and process management skills and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive results while working under tight deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to distill complex issues quickly and summarize key implications to senior management
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with PE, venture firms and investment banks

Nice To Haves

Exposure to FinTech, Consumer Services, and Software a plus

Responsibilities

Work with senior management and business units to develop and prioritize strategic objectives and evaluate M&A opportunities against identified strategies
Define inorganic areas of interest and develop rationale and value creation thesis
Establish relationships with bankers, PE and VC firms to understand portfolio opportunities, in a M&A, investment or partnership capacity
Track developments and trends in various payments, lending, B2B, digital consumer services, and other industries pertinent to our customers
Work with deal teams to evaluate potential transactions and develop business cases from strategic, operational and financial perspectives
Prepare and communicate recommendations to senior management, including interaction with C-level management and the Executive Committee

Benefits

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