Senior Talent Management Leader, Americas - Hartford, United States - AXA XL

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Senior Talent Management Leader, Americas

Hartford, CT I Stamford, CT I Exton, PA I New York, NY I Atlanta, GA I USA

The AXA XL Human Resources department supports over 10,000 colleagues globally. The team consists of a network of professionals that are strategically aligned with AXA XL Leadership Team members and the global teams they lead, and that partners with our Centers of Expertise (CoE) in Talent Acquisition and Development, Compensation, Benefits and HR Operations.

The strategic focus of Human Resources is to deliver the talent agenda in a World-Class way. We do this by designing and delivering programs, initiatives, tools and processes that enable AXA XL to attract, manage, engage, develop and retain the diverse global talent needed to deliver on our opportunity and aspiration. Further, we are continuously improving HR capabilities and processes in order to support the business in a highly professional, efficient and cost-effective manner.

The Senior Talent Management Leader, Americas reports to the CHRO, Americas working collaboratively with our regional HR and business teams, as well as global HR colleagues. This position will be responsible for fully developing, articulating, and implementing a strategy for the Americas' region Talent Development work. The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to develop and execute strategies, programs and systems that bring AXA XL's most important principles to life.

DISCOVER your opportunity

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Collaborate with the global and regional HR teams to optimize business performance through development and implementation of talent initiatives and programs in alignment with global and regional priorities.
• Be a strategic thought partners and advisor to the HR Business Partners to help think through and solve talent and organizational health challenges, while also challenging current ways of thinking.
• Support leaders in proactively managing the talent pipeline to ensure we future proof the business to have talent available to meet future growth and adapt to the changing environment.
• Collaborate with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Parter, Americas to design and implement intentional development programs for high performing diverse talent in the organization.
• Facilitate talent discussions/reviews and talent planning alongside the HR Business Partners.
• Execute, maintain and continuously improve talent management programs and processes.
• Lead the work of operationalizing the global HR Talent strategy and vision at AXA XL in the Americas, including partnering closely with the Global Talent Center of Excellence and Talent leaders in the other regions.
• Collect, monitor, and report on data regarding talent processes and workforce planning in collaboration with the CHRO, Americas and Americas HR Leadership team.
• Partner closely with the regional and global HR Business Partners to build and develop internal talent, including building a culture of continuous learning.
• Lead a team of three colleagues: Learning and Development Partner, Talent Partner and Talent Coordinator.
• Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.

You will report to Chief Human Resources Officer, Americas.

SHARE your talent

SHARE your talent

We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrable track record of success in leading and driving organizational change and results, building and managing people engagement, facilitating strategic decision making, developing and managing complex projects, managing vendor relationships and budget.
• An experienced strategist who is adept at planning, prioritizing, organizing and following through.
• Ability to use benchmarking and data metrics to drive organizational change and to drive accountability.
• Ability to build cross-functional relationships with clear skills in communication, facilitation, and change management; comfortable consulting and influencing at all levels.
• An ambassador for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion who actively integrates DEI into talent practices/solutions
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including exceptional attention to detail, the ability to resolve disputes and maintain a high degree of discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to negotiate conflict and maintain constructive working relationships with people at all levels within and outside of the organization.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills; and unparalleled critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Openness to a multi-faceted range of viewpoints; ability to engage with tough questions in a thoughtful and respectful manner.
• Ability to take risks, see opportunities and pivot when called for by circumstances.
• Highest ethical standards and unimpeachable integrity.
• Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.
• Experience working in a complex, matrixed environment preferred.

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

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 . 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 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 Sustainability at AXA XL .

The U.S. pay range for this position is $95,000 - $186,500. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual's skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues' pay.

At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL's benefits offerings, please visit US-Benefits-at-a- ) .