Transformation Office Lead

AXA Türkiye; Fatih; Hybrid; TRY 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-Based Bonus

Private Pension System

Share Purchase Program

Private Health Insurance

Job summary

AXA Türkiye seeks a Transformation Office Lead to drive the company’s transformation and AI portfolio, bridging business and technology teams. This individual contributor role intersects business, technology and transformation with strong PM and Agile capabilities.

The role requires 5+ years in tech-driven PM/transformation, English proficiency, and a track record of stakeholder management. Attractive benefits and a flexible work approach support a balanced lifestyle while delivering strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Engineering, Computer Science, MIS or related quantitative/technology discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience, including 2–3 years in technology-driven project/program management, Agile delivery or transformation.
• Strong technical understanding and the ability to collaborate with technology and Data & AI teams.
• Solid project/program management and Agile capabilities; PMP preferred; Agile certs are a plus.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, prioritization and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and storytelling, including exposure to senior management.
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Manage and govern AXA Türkiye’s transformation and AI portfolio, driving prioritization, execution tracking, risk management, reporting and value realization.
• Coordinate governance meetings and ensure effective follow-up of key decisions.
• Lead the Agile delivery of AI and technology-driven initiatives from ideation to implementation.
• Bridge business and technical teams, translating needs into actionable plans with Product Owners, IT, Data & AI teams and partners.
• Manage backlogs, milestones, dependencies, risks and delivery progress.
• Prepare executive analyses, presentations and decision-support materials for management.
• Support executive meetings and strategic engagements across company activities.
• Contribute to strategic and ad-hoc management initiatives as required.

Skills

Project management

Agile delivery

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Technical collaboration with tech/Data

PMP certification

Presentation & storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/CS/MIS or related

Job description

AXA Group

As one of the world’s leading insurance companies, AXA serves 93 million customers with more than 145,000 employees in 51 countries. With its mission of acting for human progress by protecting what matters, its people strategy, “

AXA Türkiye

As AXA Türkiye, united by the

AXA Group

As one of the world’s leading insurance companies, AXA serves 93 million customers with more than 145,000 employees in 51 countries. With its mission of acting for human progress by protecting what matters, its people strategy, “Care & Dare”, ensures that what is valuable to employees, customers, and society is protected with an empathetic approach; by fostering innovation, courage, and a development-oriented mindset. By evolving from a claim payer into a true customer partner, AXA helps people see the future with confidence, not risk; continuously advancing its technologies with a commitment to shaping the future of insurance, fighting climate change, improving access to healthcare services, supporting economic development, and contributing to the production of scientific knowledge. As AXA Türkiye, united by the One AXA spirit and recognized for its bold moves in the industry, our culture is built on thinking differently, pursuing innovation, and putting people at the center. Guided by the belief that everyone at AXA has talent — each with their own potential — our AXA Employee Experience Journey is fundamentally shaped by talent management. With practices that simplify, digitalize, and enhance employee experience, we support our people in discovering their strengths, realizing their potential, taking ownership of their development, shaping their work and careers, and progressing confidently with the pride of being part of AXA. Aligned with our talent acquisition strategy that states “We hire for AXA, not for the position,” our goal is not only to meet the human resource needs we search for, but also we grow with people who embrace leadership at every level and shape their own career paths — nurturing leaders from within our own organization. At AXA Türkiye, we create inclusive environments where everyone feels they truly belong, regardless of gender, race, age, or other differences. We foster a working culture that enriches diversity and overcomes challenges together; we offer opportunities that allow each employee to contribute to society, the environment, and their own personal development. From the very beginning of our recruitment processes, we adopt an unbiased approach to ensure everyone is evaluated with equal opportunities.

Are you ready to get to know us better on this journey where sustainable development and growth open new doors — and where you can set your own pace and direction?

We are looking for a Transformation Office Lead to join our team and contribute to the execution of AXA Türkiye’s transformation agenda. This is an individual contributor role with no direct people management responsibility, positioned at the intersection of business, technology and transformation.

Competencies We Expect in Our New Team Member

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS) or a related quantitative/technology-oriented discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience, including 2–3 years in technology-driven project/program management, Agile delivery or transformation.
• Strong technical understanding and the ability to collaborate effectively with technology and Data & AI teams.
• Solid project/program management and Agile capabilities.
• PMP certification is preferred; Agile certifications (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) would be considered an advantage.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving and prioritization skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including exposure to senior management.
• Strong presentation and storytelling capabilities.
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.
• For male candidates, military service must be completed or the candidate must be exempt.
• Must have valid work permit in Turkey.

Areas Where You Will Create Impact

• Manage and govern the company’s transformation and AI portfolio, driving prioritization, execution tracking, risk management, reporting and value realization in line with strategic priorities.
• Coordinate governance meetings and committees, and ensure effective follow-up of key decisions and actions.
• Lead the Agile delivery of AI and technology-driven initiatives from ideation to implementation.
• Act as a bridge between business and technical teams, working closely with Product Owners, IT, Data & AI teams and external partners to translate business needs into actionable plans.
• Manage backlogs, milestones, dependencies, risks and delivery progress.
• Prepare executive-level analyses, presentations and decision-support materials, consolidating complex information into clear insights to support management decision‑making.
• Support executive meetings, management visits and strategic engagements covering company‑wide business activities.
• Contribute to strategic and ad‑hoc management initiatives when required.

What We Offer At AXA Türkiye

• Performance‑Based Bonus
• Employer‑Contributed Private Pension System
• Employee Discounted Share Purchase Program (Shareplan)
• Private Health Insurance including psychological support coverage
• Life Insurance
• Supplementary Health Insurance for spouses and children
• Discounted OSS and TSS for mothers and fathers
• Discounted auto, home, and personal accident insurance
• Transportation support or shuttle
• Meal Card
• “Your Choice” Flexible Benefits Program
• AXA Competency Academy (AYA)

Within our holistic Health and Well‑being Program “Take Care of Yourself” we offer: medical check‑ups for employees aged 40 and above, digital medical check‑ups, home care services, AXA independent living support, AXA doctor consultation line, Employee Assistance Program (Psychological Counseling, Dental, Mini Check‑Up, Psychiatric Treatments, and Supportive Health Services).

Under Our ‘Waits For You!’ Platform, Designed To Support Work–life Balance, We Provide Additional Support To Our Colleagues Through a Variety Of Leave Types Such As Birthday, “Take Care Of Yourself”, Marriage, Report Card Day, Moving, Hourly Leave, Child Illness, Maternity And Paternity Leave. Additionally

• Flexibility for Mothers: Remote work until the baby turns 1 year old after maternity leave
• Flexibility for New Parents: A half‑day off each week for up to six months after returning from parental leave
• Work From Home With Your New Pet: 3 days of remote work when adopting a new pet to support their adjustment.

To create an innovative, flexible, and simple working environment, we bring together all our flexible practices under the “YES!” umbrella—such as Work Anywhere, Flexible Working Hours, Summer Flexibility, Year‑End Break, and Your Time—ensuring a working model that supports work‑life balance.

Join AXA Türkiye and make your mark on your career journey by setting your own direction and pace

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