Life at American Express

Leadership at all levels

Growing great leaders is one of the things that sets American Express apart. Every employee has the opportunity—and is encouraged—to take their personal leadership to the next level through a wide variety of leadership and learning programs. The American Express Leadership Academy offers the very best tools and training in leadership development from across the company and from the world’s leading practitioners.

Doing work that matters

American Express is known for backing our customers to help them achieve their goals and dreams, both big and small. At American Express, we’re changing the ways people live and work through meaningful projects with real-world impact. Working with teams across the organization, our colleagues and leaders can make a difference by improving the everyday lives of customers around the world.

“Engaging with customers is my passion, which is why I was delighted to develop a real-time, interactive tool that continues to be relevant and helpful for consumers.”

Thriving in work and life

Our employees and their families feel supported at every stage of their lives. We provide resources and benefits that help support their physical, financial and emotional well-being, such as our award-winning global corporate wellness program, Healthy Living, and many others including:

• Core Health Benefits
• Wellness & Prevention
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave (U.S.) 

Embracing diversity and inclusion

Creating an inclusive culture is both a part of who we are and what we do together. We value and embrace the diversity of thought, backgrounds and experiences of all our employees. Through our Employee Networks, participants can broaden their associations with other employees while expanding their knowledge of the business. American Express is a place where being yourself matters.