What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Demand Management - Senior Manager position at AXA XL?
Strategic Demand Management – Senior Manager
Hartford, CT I USA
AXA XL recognizes data and information as critical business assets, both in terms of managing risk and enabling new business opportunities. This data should not only be high quality, but also actionable – enabling AXA XL to maximize benefits and facilitate a sustained competitive advantage. Our Chief Data Office also known as our Innovation, Data & Analytics (IDA) is focused on driving innovation through optimizing how we leverage data to drive strategy and create a new business model – disrupting the insurance market.
As we develop and execute an enterprise-wide data and digital strategy that moves us toward greater focus on the use of data and data-driven insights, we are seeking a Delivery Lead for our Strategic Demand Management team. The role sits across the Innovation, Data & Analytics Department to ensure the delivery of data capabilities and insights to our customers.Success in the role will require focus on building disciplined Agile delivery teams that embody Agile principles and build partnerships across a diverse spectrum of other teams and stakeholder groups.
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What will your essential responsibilities include?
SHARE your talent
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
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
Inclusion & Diversity
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 a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.
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
The U.S. pay range for this position is USD 120,000 – 149,000. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.
At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. Wealsobelieve in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details aboutAXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.
Flexible Work Eligible
None
AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location
US-CT-Hartford
Job Field
Project & Change Management
Schedule
Full-time
Job Type
Standard
Hartford, CT I USA
AXA XL recognizes data and information as critical business assets, both in terms of managing risk and enabling new business opportunities. This data should not only be high quality, but also actionable – enabling AXA XL to maximize benefits and facilitate a sustained competitive advantage. Our Chief Data Office also known as our Innovation, Data & Analytics (IDA) is focused on driving innovation through optimizing how we leverage data to drive strategy and create a new business model – disrupting the insurance market.
As we develop and execute an enterprise-wide data and digital strategy that moves us toward greater focus on the use of data and data-driven insights, we are seeking a Delivery Lead for our Strategic Demand Management team. The role sits across the Innovation, Data & Analytics Department to ensure the delivery of data capabilities and insights to our customers.Success in the role will require focus on building disciplined Agile delivery teams that embody Agile principles and build partnerships across a diverse spectrum of other teams and stakeholder groups.
DISCOVERyour opportunity
What will your essential responsibilities include?
- Deliver enterprise level initiatives across multiple parts of the Insurance value chain (e.g. Underwriting, Claims, Pricing, etc.)
- Internalize and execute on IDA and company-wide goals to become a data driven organization
- Management of key Data initiatives and programs using Agile methodologies; act in the role of Scrum Master or Release Train Engineer
- Lead planning, dependency management, risk, issue, resource management, status reporting and project communications
- Coordinate with the Program Manager, Environment Manager and other delivery leads on deliverables and dependencies
- Facilitator of Agile Ceremonies including Backlog Refinement, Release / Iteration Planning, Daily Stand-up, Demos, and Retrospectives
- Guides the team while navigating the end-to-end Data Platform, AXA XL organization, and Peer IDA delivery teams
- Contribute to best practices and standards to ensure there is a consistent approach to Delivery Management
- Provides coaching on Agile and Scrum methodologies to a cross functional project or product team
- Data delivery and governance of key initiatives / programs with a comprehensive understanding of the data and our customers
- Engage with Internal Audit on the processes and controls for the various projects
- Regular stakeholder engagement and communication with leaders
SHARE your talent
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
- Experiencing leading imitative
- Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in the Insurance industry and within a data and analytics division
- Expert knowledge of Agile practices, experience operating as a member of an Agile delivery team, and transforming teams to an Agile model; prior experience as a Senior Scrum Master, or Release Train Engineer
- Excellent presentation, communication (oral & written), and relationship building skills, across all levels of management and customer interaction
- Ability to take ownership, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
- Passion for data and experience working within a data driven organization
- You care about what you do, and what we do
- Passion and drive to change property and casualty insurance for the better
- Ability to manage an individual team(s) while being able to understand the broader perspective
- Ability to work with team members across the globe and across departments
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred, or equivalent
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
Inclusion & Diversity
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 a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can 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
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.
The U.S. pay range for this position is USD 120,000 – 149,000. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.
At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. Wealsobelieve in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details aboutAXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.
Flexible Work Eligible
None
AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location
US-CT-Hartford
Job Field
Project & Change Management
Schedule
Full-time
Job Type
Standard
Salary : $120,000 - $149,000
