Transformation & Change Lead

**Flexible Work Eligible**: None

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**Transformation and Change Lead**

Locations: France, Paris /UK

As AXA XL continues to invest in its end-to-end capabilities, the Transformation and Change Lead will oversee the implementation of cross-functional initiatives, i.e., complex programs of high USD investments that require the involvement and/or impact of more than one function or business unit.

The Transformation and Change Lead will ensure that programs are managed in a holistic fashion and technology deliverables as well as operational / business deliverables are met

**DISCOVER**your opportunity**

What will your essential responsibilities include?
- _Project initiation_: Set up and launch the program/project working closely with key stakeholders across business, technology and other functions (TCD and non-TCD) on program charter, program structuring (including Agile product teams), milestone and project planning/roadmap, KPI definitions. Establish governance structure and onboard project sponsor(s).
- _Program Execution:_ Work closely with workstream leads/business product owners of agile teams and other project managers (e.g., GT project managers) on the execution and monitoring of against milestones, KPIs and budget (incl. savings tracking).
- _Change Management:_ Identify key change management steps throughout the project life cycle and ensure that change management activities are appropriately followed to ensure success of the program. Involve Change Management Expert as needed.
- _Issue Resolution_: Identify and formalize any key issues and risks. Drive resolution and raise key decisions to the appropriate governance committee.
- _Program Reporting_: Manage overall communication to all stakeholders (program sponsors/Steering Committee and AXA XL Project SteerCo/AXA Group SPC (where applicable), Business Engagement Leader / Manager.
- _Program Management Frameworks_: Drive a number of internal initiatives to help build, expand and strengthen the program management capability throughout the organization. This can include establishing of key program management frameworks, development and sharing of best practices and lessons learned and training etc.
- _Knowledge Sharing among Transformation & Change team_: Share expertise on program executions by partnering with other transformation and change managers as needed to drive cross-pollination of knowledge.
- _Subject Matter expert_: Bring focused technical or topical expertise and knowledge to the team
- _Team Development:_ _Providing apprenticeship and coaching to junior colleagues to help develop their program management skills, including sharing knowledge and experience, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. Provide coaching on specific program assignments
- Expected to lead large scale programs independently

In this role, you will report to the Europe/UK Team Lead.

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**SHARE your talent**

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

- Consistent of experience in managing large scale programs covering multiple dimensions (LoBs, geographies, or functions) and complexity
- Knowledge and significant prior experience in working in an Agile environment.
- Strong people mentoring skills and managing by influencing and coordinating large senior stakeholder teams independently
- Previous experience in internal or external consulting a plus
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, communication and presentation skills experience in communicating with Senior Management
- Strong business acumen, coupled with technology knowledge and expertise in software development life cycle to challenge appropriately business demands
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to drive alignment with various functional/BU stakeholders
- Strong negotiation skills, influence and creativity to achieve successful outcomes around scope, schedule, costs/budget, issues/risks, and resources
- PROSCI certified would be a plus or extensive experience in change management

**FIND your future**

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.

**Diversity** & 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 prot