SHARE your talent We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Proven Experience\: You should have substantial experience in cloud platform management and technical support, specifically within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. Your background should include hands-on experience with cloud architecture and services. Technical Proficiency\: A effective understanding of cloud architecture, infrastructure, and services (including PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS models) is essential. Experience with automation tools and DevOps practices will be advantageous. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Your ability to analyse complex issues, propose effective solutions and motivate their implementation will be crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our cloud services. Communication Skills: You must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling you to convey technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Collaboration: A team-oriented approach, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and build lasting relationships with stakeholders. Organisational Skills: Established organisational and planning capabilities will be vital as you manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks effectively. Adaptability: Your ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, coupled with a willingness to embrace change and new technologies, will be essential. The Cloud Platform Expert will report to the Principal Cloud Platform Lead and will play an essential role in ensuring that our cloud initiatives are successful and align with AXA XL's strategic goals. 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. Learn more at axaxl.com Inclusion & Diversity 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 a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can 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. 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 Cloud Platform Lead Location\: UK DISCOVER your opportunity At AXA XL, the Cloud Platform Lead is an integral part of our cloud transformation journey, focusing on the management, optimisation, and innovation of our Azure Cloud environment. You will play a critical role in the ongoing management and optimisation of our Azure Cloud environment. This role is tailored for individuals with a robust technical background and a passion for cloud technologies who are eager to drive enhancements in our cloud platform capabilities and to ensure that our cloud platform operates efficiently and effectively. You will work under the guidance of the Principal Cloud Platform Lead, contributing to the seamless integration of cloud solutions into our business operations and supporting projects as needed. What will your essential responsibilities include? Technical Expertise: You will leverage your in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Azure and related cloud technologies to guide best practices in cloud operations. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring that our cloud platform is robust, efficient, and aligned with industry standards. You will provide expert guidance and support to teams across the organisation and help troubleshoot and resolve technical issues Platform Management: Taking ownership of the Azure PaaS Cloud platform, you will monitor its performance, reliability, and capacity. Your role will involve identifying and managing technical debt, ensuring that the platform evolves in line with the organisation's changing needs. You will utilise this data to inform decision-making and drive improvements in cloud operations. Project Support: Collaborating on various technical projects aimed at enhancing our cloud platform will be a key part of your responsibilities. You will support the execution of initiatives that improve cloud functionality, working under the strategic guidance of the Principal Cloud Platform Lead ensuring they align with the overall cloud platform strategy. Stakeholder Engagement: Building relationships and working closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, including security, compliance, and operational resilience, to ensure that cloud solutions meet organisational standards and business requirements. Governance and Compliance: Supporting the implementation of AXA XL's Cloud Governance frameworks will be part of your role. You will assist in maintaining compliance with internal policies and external regulations, fostering a culture of security and risk management across the organisation. Incident Management: Acting as a key point of contact for resolving technical issues and incidents related to cloud services will require your analytical skills. You will troubleshoot problems and ensure timely resolutions while maintaining a high standard of service quality. Continuous Improvement: You will actively seek opportunities to optimise cloud operations and processes. By participating in continuous learning initiatives, you will stay abreast of the latest cloud technologies and trends, applying this knowledge to enhance our cloud services. Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining comprehensive documentation of cloud processes, configurations, and changes will be crucial. You will ensure that knowledge is shared across teams, enabling a culture of learning and collaboration. You will provide regular updates to the Principal Cloud Platform Lead and other stakeholders on project statuses, platform performance, and any challenges encountered. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any colleague or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status or any other category protected by local law.