Explore 1M+ Live Opportunities.
Direct applications, high-package MNC listings, and exclusive insider referrals updated daily across 50+ niches worldwide.
Live Jobs|Remote & Onsite|Apply in 1 Click
Join Our WhatsApp Job ChannelDirect applications, high-package MNC listings, and exclusive insider referrals updated daily across 50+ niches worldwide.
AXA · Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
About AXA:
AXA is a global leader in insurance and financial services, dedicated to helping customers protect what matters most to them. As the sixth-largest insurance company in the world, we provide a wide range of services, including health, car, home, and business insurance. We support millions of customers worldwide, helping them navigate life's uncertainties with confidence.
AXA Insurance UK, formed by uniting our Commercial and Retail teams under a single leadership, strengthens our core capabilities and our commitment to exceptional customer service
We are seeking a Controls & Risk Framework Specialist to lead the development and embedding of AXA Insurance’s control environment. Reporting to the Head of Governance & Control, you will drive the design, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of controls, ensuring they are well understood, documented, and aligned with industry best practices. Your work will support proactive risk management, insightful reporting, and continuous improvement of our control frameworks to safeguard the business and support strategic objectives.
Develop, review, and embed a comprehensive suite of controls aligned with the AXA Insurance Control Framework, ensuring they effectively manage key risks.
Lead control-related refreshes, reviews, and annual RCSA programmes, providing expert guidance on control design and effectiveness.
Develop and maintain high-quality risk and control reporting, including dashboards and metrics, supporting the Insurance Executive Team’s decision-making.
Act as a subject matter expert on controls, process optimisation, and automation, including AI initiatives, to enhance control efficiency and effectiveness.
Support the development of KRIs and other tools to monitor risk exposure and control performance, including out-of-tolerance activities.
Facilitate control workshops, issue resolution, and discussions to promote understanding and continuous improvement across the business.
Build trusted relationships with stakeholders across the business, Line 1 and Line 2 Risk teams, and external partners to embed best practices.
Deputise for the Head of Governance & Control at key meetings and Committees, providing insightful risk and control updates.
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 two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) from December 2026. Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events.
Proven experience leading controls transformation initiatives within a financial services or insurance organisation.
Deep understanding of control frameworks, best practices, and control optimisation techniques, including automation and AI.
Strong knowledge of FCA/PRA requirements related to operational and insurance risks.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, capable of engaging at senior levels.
Demonstrated ability to interpret, design, and implement effective controls and processes.
Skilled in developing and analysing large volumes of data, reports, and dashboards with strong attention to detail.
Confident communicator with experience facilitating risk and control discussions and delivering clear reports.
Business-minded and pragmatic, able to work at pace and manage multiple priorities effectively.
As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.
To apply, click on the ‘apply now’ 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 .
Details
| Company | AXA |
| Location | Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | healthcare |