Head of Insights & Analytics – Claims

AXIS Capital; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

In-office 3 days per week

Job summary

AXIS Capital is seeking a strategic Head of Insights & Analytics – Claims to translate priorities into data products and AI-enabled capabilities. You will partner with Claims, Reserving, Actuarial and Finance to deliver predictive insights and improved outcomes.

You will lead a team, define governance and drive value through analytics across the claims lifecycle, operations and customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading analytics, BI, data or AI teams.
• Experience partnering with Claims, Insurance Operations, Actuarial or Reserving.
• Ability to translate business strategy into practical analytics solutions.
• Proven track record delivering measurable outcomes through analytics and AI.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Data & Analytics partner for Claims leadership.
• Own delivery of Claims reporting, dashboards, analytics and AI capabilities.
• Collaborate with Reserving to align analytics priorities.
• Identify AI, automation and modern analytics opportunities.
• Define success metrics and track value delivered by solutions.
• Build trusted relationships with senior Claims stakeholders.
• Lead and develop a team of Insights & Analytics professionals.

Skills

Analytics leadership

Stakeholder management

AI/Analytics tech

BI & data

Insurance domain knowledge

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 any protected characteristic, including age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any basis prohibited by the laws that govern its operations.

How does this role contribute to our collective success? Data, analytics and AI are critical enablers of AXIS' strategic ambitions.

The Head of Insights & Analytics – Claims will lead the delivery of insights, analytics and AI solutions that support Claims teams in making better, faster and more informed decisions. This role is accountable for translating Claims priorities into impactful data products, analytics solutions and AI-enabled capabilities that improve claims outcomes, operational efficiency, customer service, leakage management, reserving effectiveness and operational performance. As the senior Insights & Analytics leader aligned to the Claims organisation, you will act as a strategic partner to Claims leadership, ensuring that data and AI investments are focused on measurable business value. You will work closely with the Claims, Reserving, Actuarial, Finance, Underwriting and Transformation teams to develop a coherent view of claims performance, emerging trends and opportunities for improvement across the claims lifecycle. The role combines business partnership, people leadership and delivery accountability, ensuring that AXIS continues to evolve its use of analytics and AI to drive better claims outcomes and operational excellence.

What will you do in this role?

Strategic Partnership with Claims Leadership

Act as the primary Data & Analytics partner for Claims leadership. Develop a deep understanding of Claims priorities, challenges, operating models and strategic objectives. Translate business needs into a prioritised portfolio of insights, analytics and AI initiatives

Lead Delivery of Claims Insights & Analytics

Own the delivery of Claims-focused reporting, dashboards, analytics solutions and AI-enabled capabilities. Drive the evolution of Claims MI from operational reporting towards predictive and prescriptive insights. Champion self-service analytics and scalable data products that enable Claims teams to access trusted information when needed.

Partner Closely with Reserving

Work closely with the Insights & Analytics Lead - Reserving and Reserving leadership to ensure alignment between Claims and Reserving analytics priorities. Support a consistent view of claims performance, loss development, claims trends and portfolio movements across Claims and Reserving.

Lead AI and Automation Opportunities

Identify opportunities to leverage AI, advanced analytics, automation and innovative technologies across the Claims function. Work with Analytics, AI Delivery and Insights Delivery teams to ensure solutions can be implemented effectively and sustainably. Promote responsible, controlled and value-focused adoption of AI capabilities within Claims.

Deliver Business Value

Ensure analytics and AI initiatives are clearly linked to business outcomes. Define measures of success and track the value delivered by solutions. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and evidence-based decision making.

Stakeholder Engagement and Influence

Build trusted relationships with senior Claims leaders and business stakeholders. Act as a bridge between business priorities and technical delivery teams. Communicate complex analytical concepts in a way that is understandable and actionable for non-technical audiences.

Leadership and Team Development

Lead and develop a team of Insights & Analytics professionals aligned to the Claims value stream. Encourage reuse of common solutions, patterns and best practices across the wider Insights & Analytics function.

Governance and Standards

Ensure solutions are delivered in line with AXIS data governance, AI governance and information management standards. Partner with Data Governance, Data Quality, Data Operations and Platform teams to ensure Claims solutions are built on trusted data foundations.

What do we expect of you?

Experience leading analytics, business intelligence, data or AI teams. Experience partnering with Claims, Insurance Operations, Actuarial or Reserving functions within the insurance industry. Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into practical analytics and AI solutions. Experience delivering measurable business outcomes through the use of analytics, data products or AI capabilities. Knowledge & Skills Strong understanding of insurance claims processes, operational performance measures and claims data. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution. Knowledge of modern analytics, business intelligence and AI technologies. Ability to operate effectively within a complex, matrix organisation.

Leadership Characteristics

Business-focused and outcome-oriented. Collaborative and relationship-driven. Able to simplify complexity and provide clear direction. Comfortable leading change and challenging the status quo.

Success Measures / Key Outcomes

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Business Impact of Insights: Demonstrable improvements in claims outcomes, operational performance, claims handling efficiency and decision-making driven by insights, analytics and AI solutions.
• Stakeholder Trust & Adoption: Strong engagement and satisfaction from Claims leadership and business stakeholders, with analytics products routinely used to support business decisions.
• Delivery of Strategic Priorities: Successful delivery of agreed Claims analytics and AI priorities, with clear linkage to business value and strategic objectives.
• Innovation with Control: Increased use of AI, automation and modern analytics approaches within Claims, delivered responsibly and in line with AXIS governance requirements.

Role Factors: In office 3 days per week

What we offer:

• For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $175,000 - $200,000 (NY). Your salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including your specific experience and work location.
• In addition, you will be offered competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance.
• On top of this, 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 vacation, and much more.
• We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.

We are shaping the direction of Insurance and Reinsurance during a critical and exciting time for the industry. Whether you are a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional looking for a new environment, AXIS has the right challenges and career opportunities for you. At AXIS, we value each individual and recognize that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the success of our company. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.