**Description** 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?** Responsible for leading strategic initiatives with Amex Brazil. The role involves identifying growth opportunities, supporting key business decisions with data-driven insights, and ensuring the alignment with regional and support teams. + Lead the strategic planning process for Amex in Brazil, including market analysis, business case development, and execution roadmaps + Collaborate cross-functionally with support teams to align priorities and drive business performance + Work closely with regional HQ to ensure proper alignment and leverage of resources + Evaluate new payment technologies, partnerships, and business models to enhance our payment ecosystem. + Develop and maintain financial models and performance KPIs for strategic initiatives. + Prepare strategic presentations and reports for executive leadership and board-level discussions. + Monitor regulatory and technological changes affecting the payments landscape. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field; MBA or equivalent preferred. + 5 years of experience in strategy, consulting, business development, or payment services + Strong analytical skills and experience in financial modeling, market sizing, and strategic assessment. + Deep understanding of the payments industry + Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. + Proven track record of managing complex cross-functional projects. + Proven ability to operate effectively in a complex, global matrix structure + English **Preferred Qualifications** + Spanish + Proficiency with Excel and Power Point **Qualifications** We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally: + Competitive base salaries + Bonus incentives + Support for financial-well-being and retirement + Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location) + Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need + Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location) + 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 Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations. **Job:** Strategic **Primary Location:** Brazil-Sao Paulo-São Paulo **Schedule** Full-time **Req ID:** 25013684