Gurgaon/Bangalore, IndiaWe invent the new to help the world move forward. Combining powerful analytics and deeper insights with bigger ideas and innovative solutions, we free up our clients’ potential, thereby fulfilling our own. Take it seriously. Make it fun. Know it matters. The Project Manager manages activities of assigned projects from project initiation through to completion with guidance from Project Management Lead, in addition to coordinating all technical activities on assigned projects within the Solution Delivery Center. On larger initiatives/programs the Senior Associate Project Manager may support activities with the guidance of a more experienced Project Manager (PM).
What You’ll Be DOING
What will your essential responsibilities include?
- Coordinate and execute project activities across the lifecycle (initiation through closure).
- Support project scoping, planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
- Monitor project progress against milestones and timlines using standardized project management tools. (e.g., Planview, Microsoft Suite)
- Facilitate collaboration and communication among project teams, sponsors, business leads, and external partners.
- Assist in preparing executive updates, steering committee materials, and project dashboards.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for project coordination.
- Ensure adherence to AXA XL’s project management methodologies, frameworks, and governance processes.
- Support the completion and submission of required project documentation (e.g., PSR checks, RAG status updates, risk log).
- Conduct gate review and contribute to internal audits or quality assurance checks.
- Track resource utilization, budget adherence, and forecast variances.
- Provide support for vendor management and contract tracking where applicable.
- Identify opportunities to streamline project delivery through process improvements and best practices.
- Participate in lessons-learned sessions and contribute to the project management community of practices.
You will report to Project Management Lead.
What You Will BRING
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
Required Skills And Abilities
- Solid foundation in project management principles with relevant years of experience managing or supporting cross-functional projects.
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Planview, JIRA, Confluence, or Microsoft Suite.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate clearly at various levels of the organization.
- Proactive problem-solver with effective analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to navigate a matrixed organization and work in a global, collaborative environment.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to execution excellence.
- Bachelor's degree in business, Technology, or related field.
Desired Skills And Abilities
- Exposure to Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
- Experience working within a regulated industry such as insurance or financial services.
- Certification in PMP, or Agile/Scrum frameworks.
- Familiarity with risk, compliance, or change management processes.
- Understanding of data and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint dashboards).
- Ability to influence without authority and foster team alignment across time zones and business units.
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.
