• Job Description

  Req#: 598103
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  We're recruiting an experienced Strategy Lead to join AXA UK's Retail Strategy team, at an exciting time on their change and transformation journey. As Strategy Lead, you’ll support the Strategy Director and Retail business in developing and implementing the Retail strategy, focusing on 2024 to 2028.

  You’ll influence overall strategy development as well as lead specific initiatives in greater depth which support business strategy, growth and profitability. Using your expertise to make an impact, influence and challenge stakeholders and contribute to the overall success of the AXA Retail strategy.

  At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team, and our customers. You'll work at least 40% of your week away from home at our London office.

  What you’ll be doing:

  • Lead Retail simplification program, driving execution and monitoring of initiatives owned at ExCom level.
  • Supporting the definition, implementation, and execution of the 5-year strategy process for Retail.
  • Research and reporting on key connected areas of external environment including market trends, competitor analysis and PESTLE.
  • Develop 2024-2028 strategy materials and artefacts for a variety of audiences and stakeholders including Retail Excom and AXA UK Management Committee.
  • Develop and lead governance/ QBR’s with initiative leads and ExCom sponsors to ensure the ongoing control of the Retail strategy.
  • Work with initiative owners to develop metrics/OKR’s around the various strategy initiatives.
  • Represent the Retail strategy in business forums as required to ensure decisions made are in line with Retail vision.

  Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we’re able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you’re interested in joining us at AXA, please don’t hesitate to apply.

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  What we’re looking for:

  • Experience working in the Insurance/ Financial Services industry, preferably with a consulting firm background.
  • Ability to quickly contribute and deliver the strategic thinking of AXA Retail. Strong technical understanding of insurance mechanism on claims, finance, reserving, reinsurance etc.
  • Strong intellect with the ability to influence and develop relationships in a complex environment.
  • High level of initiative and personal organisation.
  • Ability to rapidly understand, assimilate, analyse and act on complex business and financial issues.
  • Results and delivery focused with project management skills.
  • Exercise sound judgement across a range of complex and diverse issues.
  • Influencing skills, networking ability, interpersonal skills, political awareness, and stakeholder sensitivity.
  • Work under pressure, flexible approach to work is a necessity.

  As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

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  With a presence in over 60 countries, and 165,000 employees serving the needs of 107 million customers, AXA is big.

  But never too big to care for every single person who works here. So when you join us, we promise to put our collective might behind you and your career.

  You’ll work in an open and supportive environment where you’ll be developed, challenged and encouraged to move around to achieve even bigger and better things – nationally and internationally. You’ll learn directly from senior leaders, from the best in our business. And you’ll enjoy real responsibility, really early on.

  Every large company today talks about supporting diversity and inclusion. But at AXA UK, these values form an integral part of everything we do. For us, it’s about bringing together the best talent, helping people to realise their full potential by being 100% themselves at work and delivering outstanding service to everyone – regardless of difference.

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  AXA Retail helps people live the life they love, knowing we’ve got their back, at home and on the road. Our people are vital to us becoming more digital, faster and easier to access. We’re a dynamic team of experts completely committed to making sure our customers ‘get back to the good stuff’ when the unexpected happens.

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  At AXA UK, we’re appreciative of the people who work for us, and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive:

  • Competitive annual salary of up to £80,000 dependent on experience
  • £5,200 car allowance
  • Annual company & performance-based bonus
  • Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)
  • Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary)
  • 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave
  • AXA employee discounts
  • Gym benefits

  To apply, click on the ‘apply for this job’ button, you’ll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don’t discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long-term health condition or disability and require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, we’re proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to rianna.caira@axa-uk.co.uk

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• About the company

  Axa SA is a French multinational insurance firm.

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