Climate Project Manager
UK – London or Poland – Wroclaw
At AXA XL our ambition is to be the trusted risk expert in the transition to a low carbon economy, acting as a partner to clients, brokers, regulators and colleagues and demonstrating the value of Insurance in creating a more sustainable society. We see our careers with AXA XL as a chance to unleash our potential globally. Cultivate expertise. Collaborate constantly. Analyse deeper. Dream bigger.
The Climate Project Manager will oversee the implementation of cross-functional climate related initiatives, including but not limited to; net-zero underwriting, energy transition, climate related risk and regulation. These projects are transversal meaning that they require the involvement and/or impact more than one function or business unit. The Climate Project Manager will ensure that projects are managed in a holistic fashion ensuring that operational as well as business and regulatory deliverables are met.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a great team, in the dynamic and important area of Climate change for a world-leading organization who help protect what matters. Together, our colleagues push boundaries, drive forward new ideas, make choices that give our customers, businesses, and societies the confidence to thrive.
DISCOVER your opportunity
What will your essential responsibilities include?
1. Project initiation:Set up and launch (or take over where already in flight) the project working closely with key stakeholders across business and other functions (, underwriting, risk, legal, compliance, claims etc.) on program charter, milestone and project planning/roadmap, KPI definitions.Establish governance structure and onboard project sponsor(s).
2. Project execution:Work closely with workstream leads/business product owners of various teams on the execution and monitoring of project against milestones, KPIs and (where appropriate) budget.
3. Change Management:Identify key change management steps throughout the project life cycle and ensure that change management activities are appropriately followed to ensure success of the program.
4. Issue Resolution:Identify and formalize any key issues and risks.Drive resolution and raise key decisions to the appropriate governance committee.
5. Project Reporting: Manage overall communication to all stakeholders (project sponsors/Steering Committee and, Business Engagement Leader / Manager).
6. Subject Matter expert: Bring focused technical or topical expertise and knowledge to the team when needed.
7. Expected to lead projects with limited oversight.
You will report to the Head of Climate.
SHARE your talent
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
8. Extensive experience in project management in the insurance industry and in an international environment
9. The ability to manage stakeholders at all levels
10. Effective communication and presentation skills
11. Robust organizational, time management and prioritization skills
12. Outstanding business acumen
13. Analytical skills to address complex issues
14. Interest in the role that re/insurance has in relation to managing the risks and opportunities associated with a changing climate
15. A recognized project management certification Prince2, Agile etc., would be an advantage
FIND your future
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.
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