American Express

Team Leader-Security Services (Tamil Language Preferred)

Posted On

Nov. 20, 2025

Location

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Experience Level

Freshers/Experienced

Job Type

Permanent

Apply By

Feb. 8, 2026

Job 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.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting the Manager-Investigations and/or Security Services or Manager-Security Services with security operations within the assigned geographic area. The position is also responsible for day-to-day supervision of the physical security infrastructure that protects American Express, its employees, contractors and customers against harm and losses.

Principal Accountabilities:

Physical Security

Conduct ongoing security reviews and make recommendations for changes where appropriate.
Coordinate with security contractors to ensure compliance with service level agreements and consistent application of policies and procedures by contract personnel.
Provide assistance to the Manager in the development and implementation of Security-related controls and processes.
Interface with business partners in supporting planned/unplanned employee moves, construction projects and special events.

Crisis Management
Actively support the Crisis Management and Emergency Response program.
Executive Protection
Provide executive protection as assigned.

Miscellaneous

Conduct investigations into Violence in the Workplace incidents
On call 24/7/365

Breadth of Responsibility:

Position will be responsible for supporting the Manager within the specified geographic area.
Autonomy/Problem Solving & Decision Making:
The incumbent must possess strong leadership skills to effectively manage emergency situations.
Critical Challenges/ Unique Knowledge & Skills:
A minimum of 3 years corporate security experience is required. A degree in Security Management/Criminal Justice is preferred.
Proven self-starter with excellent time management, problem solving and decision-making skills to effectively direct security activities in a culturally diverse work force and handle emergencies, crises and stressful situations calmly, quickly and professionally.
Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to interface effectively with all levels of management and business partners.
Experience in working with physical security equipment (CCTV, access control systems, alarms, etc.). Proficient computer skills.
Knowledge of crisis management programs.
Executive protection experience.
Effective written/verbal communication skills.

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

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.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

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