Internal Control Specialist

Paris, France or Gurgaon, India

The Internal Control framework is an important pillar of Risk Management. It helps management understand risks faced and reduces operational risks allowing for targeted actions to mitigate risks in line with the risk appetite framework. It ensures ultimately that in each Department key internal controls are implemented, documented, assessed and monitored against material risks with clear management accountabilities and a second line function in charge of validation and review of this internal control framework.

As part of AXA XL's Divisional Risk Management function—within the Risk Governance, Internal Control, and Operational Risk department—you will lead the Internal Control Framework for insurance core business processes across the AXA XL division globally. Leveraging your deep understanding of our operations and risk landscape, you will partner with senior executives and operational leaders to embed a influential control culture, enhance governance practices, and ensure alignment with AXA Group's risk appetite and regulatory expectations.

In this highly visible and strategically important role, you will be responsible for guiding the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal controls. You will support and challenge first-line managers in formalizing and operating effective controls, conduct second-line assurance activities, and deliver insightful reporting to AXA XL senior management and AXA Group. This is an ideal opportunity for a control professional ready to step into a senior position and influence decision-making at the highest levels of the organization.

You will report to the Internal Control Manager for Core Business and Support Functions.

What you'll be doing

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Lead the design, implementation, and evolution of the Internal Control Framework for insurance core business processes across AXA XL.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management, providing guidance on control design, risk mitigation, and governance practices.
• Represent Internal Control in management forums and contribute to the preparation of materials for Risk & Audit Committees, delivering insights and recommendations that shape business decisions.
• Perform and oversee second line testing activities, including design and operational effectiveness reviews, and ensure timely remediation of control gaps.
• Drive quarterly self-assessment processes and support business units in developing robust action plans.
• Mentor and coach junior team members, regional risk managers and contribute to the development of internal control capabilities across the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

What you'll bring

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

Required Skills And Abilities

• Proven track record in internal control, audit, or operational risk, ideally within AXA XL or a comparable insurance environment.
• Outstanding understanding of P&C commercial business processes and AXA XL's risk governance framework.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and engage with senior stakeholders and executive committees.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Fluent in English.

Desired Skills And Abilities

• High reliability, quality, and timeliness in deliverables and presentations.
• Comfortable working in a global, multicultural, and matrixed environment.

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.

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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 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 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.

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