Transformation Director

AXA UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AXA UK is seeking a strategic and dynamic Transformation Director to implement change across the organization. This leadership role involves overseeing cultural transformation, engaging stakeholders, and driving innovation in the fast-evolving insurance market. The successful candidate will lead a large cross-functional change program, enhancing agility and collaboration while aligning organizational capabilities with broader goals.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Annual company & performance-based bonus

Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)

Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary)

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Opportunity to buy/sell extra leave days

AXA employee discounts

Gym benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing senior stakeholders, including CEOs.
• Expertise in leading large cross-functional programs.
• Strong leadership capabilities fostering cultural change.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a cross-functional program for company-wide transformation.
• Develop strategies to enhance workforce skills in modern delivery.
• Support governance and vendor management for streamlined operations.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Agile Methodologies

Planning

Communication

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Transformation Director to lead the charge in implementing change across AXA UK. This key leadership position is essential for driving innovation and enhancing our responsiveness in the ever-evolving insurance market. You will oversee a large cross-functional change program, fostering cultural transformation and engagement throughout the organization. Collaborating with diverse stakeholders, you will champion agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement to elevate execution capabilities and align with our broader change portfolio.

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 40% of your week away from home, moving to the majority of your working week from September 2025. Away from home means either attendance at one of our office locations, visiting clients or attending industry events.We’re also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and manage a cross-functional program, coordinating activities with workstream leaders to drive company-wide transformation.
• Lead cultural change, promoting a collaborative and innovative environment while preparing teams for the future.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance workforce skills in modern delivery and agile practices.
• Support governance, vendor management, and new technology processes to streamline organizational operations.
• Apply strong planning and consulting skills to ensure alignment with AXA's strategic vision.

Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we’re able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you’re interested in joining us at AXA, please don’t hesitate to apply.

We know that some candidates may be discouraged from applying if they don't meet every requirement. If you’re excited by this job and the prospect of working at AXA but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still encourage you to apply.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience managing senior stakeholders, including CEOs and board members.
• Expertise in leading large cross-functional programs within complex organizations.
• Familiarity with Product Management and Agile methodologies, along with driving digitalization, AI, and automation initiatives.
• Strong leadership capabilities to foster cultural change and a forward-thinking workforce.
• Excellent planning and consulting skills to enhance processes and drive successful transformations.
• Solid financial acumen, including budget management and cost forecasting.
• Experience in vendor management and understanding of contract frameworks.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all organisational levels.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive transformative change at AXA UK, championing cultural and digital innovation. If you are a strategic leader passionate about making a significant impact, we invite you to apply and become part of our dynamic team.

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

What we offer:

At AXA UK, we’re appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive:

• Competitive annual salary
• Annual company & performance-based bonus
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)
• Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary)
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave
• AXA employee discounts
• Gym benefits

To apply, click on the ‘apply for this job’ button, you’ll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. 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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Who we are:

AXA UK Support Functions power AXA’s three customer-facing business units, providing the infrastructure, support and expertise to ensure our customers can always count on us. Whether you’ve got heaps of experience and qualifications behind you, or you’re just starting out, we’ll give you the support and opportunities to help you grow and develop with confidence.