Risk Manager - Group ERM

AXIS Capital; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty lines insurance provider in London is seeking a Risk Manager to join their Group Enterprise Risk Management team. The role involves supporting risk management for Syndicates, driving the climate and emerging risks agenda, and delivering impactful analysis on key risk themes. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and around 4-5 years of experience in (re)insurance or consulting, along with strong analytical and communication skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical plans

Retirement plans

Paid annual leave

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in (re)insurance or consulting.
• Ability to work to deadlines and multi-task.
• Enthusiastic and proactive attitude.
• Understanding of Non-Life Insurance Products.

Responsibilities

• Support risk management for AXIS’s Syndicates.
• Drive climate & emerging risks agenda.
• Lead risk oversight for Bermudian entities.
• Deliver high-impact analysis on key risk themes.
• Strengthen the operation of the wider risk framework.

Skills

Report writing

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

Overview

As a Risk Manager within AXIS’s Group Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team, you will play a central role in shaping how risk is understood, communicated, and managed across the organisation. This is a highly visible position that partners directly with senior leaders, influences key decision‑making, and contributes to the ongoing enhancement of our global risk framework. As part of the Group Risk Team, based primarily in London, you will contribute to a core mandate: identifying risk issues and heightened exposures, and reporting them clearly, consistently and in a way that supports timely action across the organisation. You will collaborate closely with specialist assurance and oversight functions across AXIS, helping to bring together a truly enterprise‑wide view of risk. Your work will directly influence leadership discussions, strengthen our risk culture, and support the continued resilience of the Group.

Responsibilities

What will you do in this role?

• Support risk management for AXIS’s market-leading Syndicates — Partner with the AXIS Managing Agency Chief Risk Officer to monitor, assess, and report on the Syndicates’ most material risks. This includes leading the production of quarterly risk appetite reporting, developing and refining key risk indicators, and playing a pivotal role in evolving the overall risk appetite framework.
• Drive the climate & emerging risks agenda — Support AXIS’s work on emerging and climate‑related risks by helping to identify and assess the trends shaping our evolving risk landscape. You will contribute to horizon‑scanning, deliver focused deep‑dive analyses, and work with subject‑matter experts to bring clarity to complex themes. In this role, you will help prepare materials for senior stakeholders on the Climate Change and Emerging Risk Working Groups, strengthening how emerging and climate risks inform AXIS’s broader risk discussions.
• Lead risk oversight for AXIS Bermudian entities — Serve as the primary ERM liaison, driving continuous enhancement of the risk management framework and owning the preparation of key internal risk reporting materials, including the CRO Report and the annual ORSA. You will work closely with teams across the business to source critical data, design insightful metrics, and build high‑quality dashboards and analyses that elevate the organisation’s understanding of risk.
• Deliver high‑impact analysis on key risk themes — Support Group and Legal Entity Chief Risk Officers on ad hoc projects and thematic deep dives on topics such as operational resilience, macroeconomic developments, and geopolitical trends. This involves gathering and synthesising information, shaping insights, and assisting with presentations delivered to senior governance forums.
• Strengthen the operation of the wider risk framework — Work collaboratively with colleagues across the ERM function to ensure the successful operation of the risk management framework. This includes supporting risk assessments, conducting detailed reviews, preparing initial drafts of papers and information requests, and contributing to a culture of disciplined, high‑quality risk oversight.
• You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.

About You

We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.

What you need to have

• Enthusiastic, pro-active and positive attitude.
• Ability to work to deadlines, prioritise and multi-task.
• Ability to absorb and learn technical information and communicate this in a way that is easy to understand
• Report writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to build relationships with diverse roles and levels in the organisation.
• Ability to work independently and support team goals.
• Familiar with the Microsoft office suite and basic excel skills.
• Ability to solve problems and make practical recommendations.
• An understanding of Non-Life Insurance Products

What we prefer you to have

• Bachelor’s degree or a relevant professional qualification (e.g. Underwriting, Actuarial or Accounting) advantageous
• ~4-5 years of experience in (re)insurance companies or consulting firms in underwriting, actuarial, risk, finance, or investment functions

Role Factors

In this role, you will typically be required to be in the office 3 days per week

What we offer

You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.