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Job Description: Head of Applications Solutions Delivery Bangalore, Karnataka, India The Technology Head of Corporate Finance owns end-to-end delivery of technology solutions for the entire suite of applications/platforms supporting various Corporate Finance functions (Actuarial Reserving, Tax, Investments, etc). This role Understands the strategy, needs and challenges of the business partners s/he supports as well as the end-to-end processes for those businesses; Understands and Oversees all platforms/applications supporting that customer group. Accountable for the Technology roadmap and IT delivery (design, delivery, and support of technology solution) across the multiple applications/platforms in Corp Finance area. This role partners with Portfolio with Transformation & Change Delivery (TCD) Delivery Lead and Head of Enterprise Architecture (CTO) to deliver solutions to the business. What you’ll be DOING What will your essential responsibilities include? Leading an impactful portfolio of application delivery teams supporting AXA XL’s corporate Finance business functions including Finance and Actuarial Reserving. Working closely with key business and Ops &Tech stakeholders supporting the delivery of business and IT solutions to Corporate Finance (CFO) business functions. Manage day to day relationship with Finance business leadership, address BAU risks and issues, provide transparency on IT initiatives and help prioritize business and IT initiatives. Provide oversight for fiancé and reserving close cycles including issue escalation and resolutions support with external vendors and internal dependencies. Own end to end delivery responsibilities for critical IT initiatives including, but not limited to, Move to the Cloud Program, Application Rationalization, Security Remediation etc. Promote a culture of innovation, automation and hands on technical skill development aligning with AXA XL’s growth strategy and technology roadmap. Establish the scope of services, service levels, and key processes required to deliver application services within the application portfolio. Produce and maintain the roadmap of change associated to application group. Align team to high-level organization goals and objectives. Manage and report on budget and resource allocation and utilization. Monitor supplier performance reports and address concerns. Review and approve contracts for a predetermined level of authority. Assist procurement to manage vendor relations and maintaining vendor accountability. Oversee Continuous Service Improvement initiatives to ensure continuously improving processes and capabilities. Interface with internal and external auditors. Support resolution of escalated risks and issues as a part of service delivery. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers. Produce high-level estimates as needed. May participate as a member of a Major Incident Team. Manage threats to application assets. Protect and maintain AXA XL’s Intellectual Property. Ensure all processes are documented and maintained. Develop change management strategies and approaches and assist business partners with readiness and change implementation. Provides audit support for both internal and external assessments; Articulates policies and standards as appropriate and provides all required evidence on a timely basis. Owns the completion of any action plans. Ensures the Solution Delivery Center adheres to Information Security policies and standards for secure coding and manages risk acceptances. In collaboration with Procurement, manages RFI/RFPs, contract negotiations and delivery of contract terms. Also manages clean term Solution Delivery Center of contracts with vendors who consistently underperform You will report to the Global Head of Application Delivery. What you will BRING We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: Experience leading global application development teams supporting Financial and Reserving systems for Insurance Industry. Experience managing complex financial data and reporting systems in a high-volume environment. Demonstrated leadership skills delivering high impact bespoke and packaged solutions for the insurance industry. Demonstrated hands on design, development, technical architecture experience leading global teams including internal staff and external vendor resources and successfully delivering complex business solutions. Expert level experience in planning and executing complex, large scale initiatives or operational area. Budget, supply, and resource management for in scope applications and services. Hold suppliers accountable for performance against Service Levels. Ensure appropriate SoWs / SLAs exist for all development vendor engagements. Measurable improvements in service delivery over time. High customer confidence in delivery capability. Internal and external audit support. Risk identification and mitigation. Knowledge Management strategy for process, training and applications. Effective communication skills, particularly on key matters relating to the application grouping to stakeholders. Stakeholder management. Proven planning and organization skills, creating own work schedules, prioritizing workload, preparing in advance and setting realistic timescales. Desired Skills and Abilities: Adaptable to new/different strategies, programs, technologies, practices, cultures, etc. Comfortable with change, able to easily make transitions. Experience with AS400, Mainframe, DB2 and Informatica technologies. Cloud migration skillset preferred. Who WE are AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. Learn more at axaxl.com What we OFFER Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action : We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.
