About AXA:
AXA is a global leader in insurance and financial services, dedicated to helping customers protect what matters most to them. As the sixth-largest insurance company in the world, we provide a wide range of services, including health, car, home, and business insurance. We support millions of customers worldwide, helping them navigate life's uncertainties with confidence.
AXA Global Healthcare offers global healthcare support and protection to individuals and businesses in more than 200 countries, building on over 55 years of experience through its international hubs.
Job overview:
We’re looking for a dedicated Business Manager to support our CIO and technology leadership team on a 12-month FTC. You’ll oversee financial management, governance and risk, driving operational efficiency and compliance across technology, data, and AI functions. Your expertise will drive accountability, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure compliance, as you coordinate reporting, stakeholder engagement, vendor relationships, and governance activities. Join us to help deliver our innovative technology and data strategy successfully.
Key responsibilities:
- Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and cost control for the CIO’s portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Identify, assess, and monitor risks related to technology and data initiatives, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
- Lead the monthly operational risk governance forum, including preparation of materials and reporting outputs.
- Coordinate team operating cadence, including meetings, reporting, and performance tracking to ensure delivery and accountability.
- Assist in developing, communicating, and executing strategic plans for technology, data, and AI functions aligned with business goals.
- Collaborate with external vendors, partners, and service providers to ensure contractual and service level agreements are met.
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve operational processes, team workflows, and delivery models.
- Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and documentation for senior management and board-level governance.
- Ensure all activities comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Work arrangements:
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 two days a week away from home, moving three days a week from 1 December 2026. Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events.
Your skills & experience:
- Previous experience in similar roles within technology, data, or AI functions, within the insurance sector advantageous.
- Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost management, and financial reporting.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging effectively at all levels of the organisation.
- Experience in risk management, compliance, and regulatory considerations relevant to health insurance and technology.
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate effective team governance and collaboration.
- Sound understanding of project portfolio management methodologies.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
- Ability to work strategically while efficiently managing day-to-day operations.
Internal candidates are encouraged to apply for this role as a secondment opportunity through the internal careers site.
As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.
How to apply:
To apply, click on the ‘apply now’ 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 condition or disability and require 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 [email protected].
We encourage you to apply for this opportunity as soon as possible, as we may close this advert earlier than the listed closing date.
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