Global CFO Project Manager - CFO Transformation

Global CFO Project Manager - CFO Transformation

London, UK and Stamford, US

As AXA XL continues to invest in its end-to-end capabilities, the Global CFO Project Manager will support CFO cross-functional change efforts in the answer design and delivery. Building on knowledge of our CFO processes and systems, they will partner with CFO leaders, CFO change managers and business process and systems analysts, Operations and Technology, and other functions to make sure the successful roll-out of CFO change efforts.

What you'll be DOING

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Project Management: Manage large and/or complex Global CFO change efforts as per the Change Governance Framework and AXA XL Project Management Office policies and procedures.

• Make sure CFO leadership and project sponsors and stakeholders have the information needed to make informed decisions and execute agreed upon outcomes.

• Prepares project plan, sees that plan through to execution and delivery; help projects stay organized and progress towards successful completion.

• Track project timelines and milestones to make sure project meets deadlines and achieves milestones as committed. Stays within budget/forecast parameters and adheres to original scope and quality.

• Project managers identify and mitigate risks, communicate with stakeholders, and monitor and report on the project's progress. Seek relevant approvals and documentation of risks and governance groups consultation and reporting is completed as needed.

• Assist in resource allocation and forecasting, risk management, and resolving operational issues that arise during the project lifecycle.

• General Solutions Design: Identifies business solutions to a variety of business problems. This can entail: Understanding and synthesizing business problems, identifying and documenting solutions/options through workshops and interviews, conducting analyses and documenting deliverables.

• Coordinate Project Related Design Definition: Drive the definition and documentation of the high level target design and business outcome. make sure E2E assessments are performed to make sure all impacted functions and processes are properly considered in the project. Identify project resource impacts/needs. Identify and document high-level product requirements, where applicable.

• Project Implementation Support: Defines roll-out plans considering change management throughout the process. Define and deliver training to user community. Support roll-out of initiatives. Manage adoption and transition to BAU.

• Expert user of Microsoft PowerPoint, PlanView, Microsoft CoPilot use is preferred.

• This role is an individual contributor role requiring ability to influence and manage members of the project team. As a senior member of the team, you may be asked to coach junior project managers.

In this role, you will report to the Senior Manager of Global CFO Project Management

What you will BRING

We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

• Effective experience in Project Management role applied in global, cross-functional and high-stake projects/programs. Experience managing large, complex projects.
• Demonstrable capabilities on leading and executing strategic & operational dimensions of project management
• User-oriented with robust methodologies and convictions to stakeholders buy-in, and users' adoption
• Extensive knowledge and experience of project methodologies, i.e. Agile and traditional waterfall
• Extensive experience in driving programs in the insurance industry and international environment, coupled with other relevant experience.
• Experience in consulting roles, equipped with various tools and techniques for status assessments, solutioning, visualization and implementation of various business problems. Co-facilitator for workshops, forums, interviews and other business interactions
• Capabilities in documenting, visualizing and presenting design decision and progress status
• Manages defined workstreams independently and considers interdependency with other areas proactively
• Influential collaborative skills and experience in cooperating and across multiple teams/stakeholders
• Excellent analytical/conceptual skills complemented with effective social/soft skills
• Excellent organizational skills, communication and presentation skills
• Analytical and creative mindset
• PMI or similar certification a plus
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced multi-cultural environment

Who WE are

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business - property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at axaxl.com

What we OFFER

Inclusion

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards

AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action : We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.