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Head of Applications Solutions Delivery

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

The Technology Head of Corporate Finance owns end-to-end delivery of technology solutions for the entire suite of applications / platforms supporting various Corporate Finance functions (Actuarial Reserving, Tax, Investments, etc). This role Understands the strategy, needs and challenges of the business partners s / he supports as well as the end-to-end processes for those businesses; Understands and Oversees all platforms / applications supporting that customer group. Accountable for the Technology roadmap and IT delivery (design, delivery, and support of technology solution) across the multiple applications / platforms in Corp Finance area.This role partners with Portfolio with Transformation & Change Delivery (TCD) Delivery Lead and Head of Enterprise Architecture (CTO) to deliver solutions to the business.

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What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Leading an impactful portfolio of application delivery teams supporting AXA XL’s corporate Finance business functions including Finance and Acuarial Reserving.
• Working closely with key business and Ops&Tech stakeholders supporting the delivery of business and IT solutions to Corporate Finance(CFO) business functions. Manage day to day relationship with Finance business leadership, address BAU risks and issues, provide transparency on IT initiatives and help prioritize business and IT initiatives.
• Provide oversight for fiancé and reserving close cycles including issue escalation and resolutions support with external vendors and internal dependencies.
• Own end to end delivery responsibilities for critical IT initiatives including, but not limited to, Move to the Cloud Program, Application Rationalization, Security Remediation etc.
• Promote a culture of innovation, automation and hands on technical skill development aligning with AXA XL’s growth strategy and technology roadmap.
• Establish the scope of services, service levels, and key processes required to deliver application services within the application portfolio.
• Produce and maintain the roadmap of change associated to application group.
• Oversee Continuous Service Improvement initiatives to ensure continuously improving processes and capabilities.
• Interface with internal and external auditors.
• Support resolution of escalated risks and issues as a part of service delivery.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
• Produce high-level estimates as needed.
• Develop change management strategies and approaches and assist business partners with readiness and change implementation.
• Provides audit support for both internal and external assessments; Articulates policies and standards as appropriate and provides all required evidence on a timely basis. Owns the completion of any action plans.
• Ensures the Solution Delivery Center adheres to Information Security policies and standards for secure coding and manages risk acceptances.
• In collaboration with Procurement, manages RFI / RFPs, contract negotiations and delivery of contract terms. Also manages clean term Solution Delivery Center of contracts with vendors who consistently underperform

You will report to the Global Head of Application Delivery.

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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.

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.

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For more information, please see axaxl.com / sustainability.