Head of Global Network Services

AXA Group; Vilanova y Geltrú; Presencial; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

AXA Partners is seeking a Head of Global Network Services to design, build, and operate our worldwide network. You will lead a diverse team of architects, engineers, and operators, driving global consistency, security, and performance across regions.

You will shape the network strategy, manage budgets, and work with senior IT executives on transformational projects, including security, cloud networking, SD-WAN, and remote access initiatives.

Formación

• Experience designing and managing enterprise-grade network solutions globally.
• Lead multi-location teams of architects, engineers, and operational staff.
• Strong expertise in WAN, LAN, VPN, SD-WAN and network security.
• Ability to translate strategy into actionable plans, manage budgets, and drive organizational change.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
• Engineering degree; networking certifications and project management frameworks preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement a network roadmap aligned with AXA Group standards and business needs, transitioning from local to global solutions.
• Manage global network design, build, and operations, ensuring cost optimization, security, and SLA delivery.
• Lead vendor management, oversee project governance, and ensure security and business continuity.
• Organize and optimize teams across regions (EMEA & AMER), defining clear roles and responsibilities.
• Oversee infrastructure security (firewalls, IPS, DDoS, VPNs), cloud networking, SDWAN, and application networking.
• Support digital branch evolution, remote access, and network support for critical services.
• Collaborate with senior IT leaders and key stakeholders on network-related projects, programs, and governance.

Conocimientos

Global network leadership

Enterprise network design

WAN / LAN / VPN / SDWAN

Network security

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Educación

Engineering degree

Networking certifications

Descripción del empleo

Join AXA Partners as Head of Global Network Services – Lead Our Global Network Transformation!

Are you a strategic leader with expertise in designing, building, and managing global network services? AXA Partners is expanding the remit for our IT Operations where central teams will take responsibility for all regional and local services and resources across all the entities. We’re seeking a dynamic Head of Global Network Services to lead the global network strategy, ensuring secure, efficient, and innovative network solutions across all regions.

As Head of Global Network Services, you will oversee the design, deployment, and operation of AXA Partners’ worldwide network services. Leading a team of architects, engineers, and operational staff, you will drive global consistency, security, and performance. This is a key leadership position, working closely with senior IT executives, representing AXA Partners in strategic committees, and shaping our IT transformation initiatives.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and implement a network roadmap aligned with AXA Group standards and business needs, transitioning from local to global solutions
• Manage global network design, build, and operations, ensuring cost optimization, security, and SLA delivery
• Lead vendor management, oversee project governance, and ensure security and business continuity
• Organize and optimize teams across regions (EMEA & AMER), defining clear roles and responsibilities
• Oversee infrastructure security (firewalls, IPS, DDoS, VPNs), cloud networking, SDWAN, and application networking
• Support digital branch evolution, remote access, and network support for critical services
• Collaborate with senior IT leaders and key stakeholders on network-related projects, programs, and governance

• Be the key contact to the Group for Network services and will interact with a large scope of Senior IT Leaders (CXO level) and Head of Guild in particular , Infra, Cloud, Contact Centre, Applications, Security & QoS

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in designing and managing enterprise-grade network solutions globally
• Strong leadership of multi-location teams, including architects, engineers, and operational staff
• Expertise in WAN, LAN, VPN, SDWAN, security, cloud network integration, and network security
• Ability to translate strategy into actionable plans, manage budgets, and execute organizational change
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, especially with senior executives and cross-functional teams
• Engineering Degree. Certifications in networking and relevant project management frameworks preferred

Join us to shape the future of AXA Partners’ global network, driving innovation, security, and operational excellence in a transformative environment.

This is a senior leadership role offering significant influence over AXA’s global network architecture and services.

Who we are:

We’re AXA Partners, experts at designing and delivering assistance solutions and specialised insurance, credit, and lifestyle protection – with and for our partners worldwide. What sets us apart? The expertise and passion of our 8,500+ people, and a strong network of over 55,000 professionals all over the world. Powered by them and our sector-leading technology, we continuously evolve, adapt and thrive – offering solutions and services that make sure we’re always at people’s side, no matter what. Helping others is our passion. Combining the best digital technology with our warm, human touch, we’re always looking at new ways to offer seamless and reassuring experiences when it really matters.

Join a company that helps protect the forests! At AXA Partners, we plant a tree for every new recruit (with a permanent contract)