Governance Manager

AXA; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AXA Insurance UK is seeking a Governance & Committee Effectiveness Lead to strengthen governance practices across AXA Insurance. You will work with the Head of Governance & Control to develop, deliver, and continuously improve the Governance Framework, ensuring effective decision-making, oversight, and transparency.

You will lead Committee planning, reporting, and data-led content, while building strong relationships with senior stakeholders and driving a culture of proactive governance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of designing, delivering, and enhancing governance frameworks within a regulated environment.
• Proven track record of improving governance practices and supporting effective Committee management.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, especially with senior leadership and executives.
• Knowledge of FCA/PRA requirements, including the SM&CR regime, and how they impact governance structures.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and attention to detail skills.
• Confident communicator, adept at facilitating discussions and delivering clear, high-quality reports.
• Ability to process and present large volumes of data effectively, supporting informed decision-making.
• Commercial, pragmatic, and delivery-focused, with the ability to work at pace and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and simplification of the AXA Insurance Governance Framework to ensure it is effective, transparent, and aligned with regulatory and Group standards.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of high-quality agendas, papers, and materials for the Insurance Risk Committee (IRC) and its sub-Committees.
• Facilitate efficient Committee meetings, ensuring timely, insightful, and data-led content to support decision-making.
• Develop and deliver quarterly governance reports to the Insurance ExCom, highlighting challenges and progress on governance activities.
• Track and report on key governance activities, milestones, and action plans, supporting continuous improvement and timely execution.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, Committee Chairs, Secretaries, and business leaders to promote best practice and transparency.
• Stay abreast of industry governance trends, identifying opportunities for AXA Insurance to enhance its governance practices.
• Deputise for the Head of Governance & Control on governance matters and support strategic initiatives to embed a simple, effective governance culture.

Skills

Governance design

Committee management

Stakeholder management

FCA/PRA knowledge

Organisational skills

Data presentation

Communication

Delivery-focused

Job description

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 Insurance UK, formed by uniting our Commercial and Retail teams under a single leadership, strengthens our core capabilities and our commitment to exceptional customer service

Job overview:

We are seeking a Governance & Committee Effectiveness Lead to enhance and embed strong governance practices across AXA Insurance. Working closely with the Head of Governance & Control, you will support the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Governance Framework, ensuring effective decision-making, oversight, and transparency. Your role will involve managing key Committees, driving best practices, and fostering a culture of proactive risk and governance management.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the development and simplification of the AXA Insurance Governance Framework to ensure it is effective, transparent, and aligned with regulatory and Group standards.


• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of high-quality agendas, papers, and materials for the Insurance Risk Committee (IRC) and its sub-Committees.


• Facilitate efficient Committee meetings, ensuring timely, insightful, and data-led content to support decision-making.


• Develop and deliver quarterly governance reports to the Insurance ExCom, highlighting challenges and progress on governance activities.


• Track and report on key governance activities, milestones, and action plans, supporting continuous improvement and timely execution.


• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, Committee Chairs, Secretaries, and business leaders to promote best practice and transparency.


• Stay abreast of industry governance trends, identifying opportunities for AXA Insurance to enhance its governance practices.


• Deputise for the Head of Governance & Control on governance matters and support strategic initiatives to embed a simple, effective governance culture.

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 (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) from January 2027. Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events.

Your skills & experience:

• Extensive experience of designing, delivering, and enhancing governance frameworks within a regulated environment.


• Proven track record of improving governance practices and supporting effective Committee management.


• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, especially with senior leadership and executives.


• Knowledge of FCA/PRA requirements, including the SM&CR regime, and how they impact governance structures.


• Excellent organisational, planning, and attention to detail skills.


• Confident communicator, adept at facilitating discussions and delivering clear, high-quality reports.


• Ability to process and present large volumes of data effectively, supporting informed decision-making.


• Commercial, pragmatic, and delivery-focused, with the ability to work at pace and manage multiple priorities.

As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

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 [e-mail].

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