Manager & Counsel – Global Dining: Shaping the Future of Hospitality with American Express

Join Team Amex: Where Your Career Journey Unfolds

At American Express, we believe that with the right support, individuals and businesses can achieve remarkable progress. As a member of our diverse global community, you'll be part of a team that's committed to backing our customers, communities, and each other. Our culture is built on a foundation of unwavering commitment, integrity, and a passion for delivering the world's best customer experience. Here, you'll not only grow professionally but also create a unique and meaningful career journey that's tailored to your aspirations.

About American Express Global Dining

The Global Dining team at American Express is at the forefront of redefining the dining experience for our Card Members. We're not just about providing a service; we're about creating memorable moments and experiences that exceed our customers' expectations. Our mission is to support some of the world's best restaurants, harness technology to imagine the future of hospitality, and develop Card Member dining benefits that are both rewarding and unique. As a Manager & Counsel supporting Global Dining, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our dining strategy and ensuring that our legal framework supports our ambitious goals.

Role & Responsibilities: Leading Legal Support for Global Dining

As a seasoned attorney and strategic advisor, you'll be part of a team that provides day-to-day legal support to the Global Dining business. Your expertise will be crucial in navigating a diverse array of legal issues, from product development and business development initiatives to strategic negotiations, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing legal advice and strategic support to business clients on matters impacting the Global Dining strategy, including product roadmap, business development initiatives, and regulatory matters.
• Drafting and negotiating a broad range of agreements, including partnership agreements for technology integrations, software licensing, data licensing agreements, vendor agreements, supplier agreements, and sponsorship agreements.
• Supporting strategic initiatives and special projects that underpin American Express's Global Dining strategy, ensuring that legal considerations are seamlessly integrated into business decisions.
• Building strong partnerships with business teams, GCO colleagues, and various stakeholders across the enterprise to mitigate legal, operational, regulatory, and reputational risks.
• Developing subject matter expertise on laws and regulations impacting consumer-facing offers and benefits, including UDAAP, to ensure compliance and minimize risk.
• Collaborating across the General Counsel's Organization to facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices, ensuring that our legal support is both effective and efficient.

Qualifications: The Ideal Candidate

To succeed in this role, you'll need a strong legal background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, deadline-intensive environment. Our ideal candidate has:

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree and J.D. from an accredited institution.
• Admission to practice law in New York in good standing.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience in a law firm and/or in-house corporate legal environment, with a proven track record of providing strategic legal advice.

Preferred Qualifications

• A high-energy, self-starting attitude with strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• The ability to handle multiple workstreams simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and adapt to new responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in cross-functional team settings, with a keen eye for process improvements that enhance efficiency and productivity.
• A proven ability to act as a trusted advisor to business teams, providing strategic guidance that aligns with business objectives.
• Experience in technology transactions work, which is considered a plus.

What We Offer: A Comprehensive Benefits Package

At American Express, we back our colleagues with a comprehensive benefits package that supports their holistic well-being. Our benefits include:

• Competitive base salaries and bonus incentives.
• A 6% Company Match on retirement savings plans.
• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits.
• A 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.
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program.
• Career development and training opportunities to support your professional growth.

Our Culture: A Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At American Express, we're committed to fostering a culture that's inclusive, diverse, and equitable. We believe that when our colleagues feel seen, heard, and valued, we're able to deliver our best work and create a better experience for our customers. Our Amex Flex working model provides greater flexibility to colleagues while preserving the important aspects of our unique in-person culture.

Why Join Us?

By joining Team Amex as a Manager & Counsel – Global Dining, you'll be part of a team that's shaping the future of hospitality and dining experiences. You'll have the opportunity to work on complex and challenging legal issues, develop your skills as a strategic advisor, and contribute to the success of a global brand. If you're a motivated and ambitious legal professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Location: 200 Vesey St, New York, NY 10285. Our workplace flexibility model offers a hybrid arrangement, blending the benefits of in-office collaboration with the flexibility of virtual work.

Salary Range: $110,000.00 to $190,000.00 annually, plus bonus and benefits. The actual salary will be determined based on factors such as location, experience, and job-related factors.

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to making 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.

If you're ready to lead the way and be part of a team that's committed to backing our customers, communities, and each other, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.