We're recruiting for a Schemes and Delegated Authority Controls Lead in our Schemes and Delegated Authorities team. Working directly with the SDA (Schemes and Delegated Authority) leadership team, you'll be delivering the oversight of the controls environment across underwriting, operations, conduct and distribution. You'll work closely with the teams across SDA as well as the Commercial First Line Risk team and take accountability for the grip and control. In this role you'll support with the ongoing compliance and delivery of the AXA UK Risk Framework and associated policies applicable to SDA whilst driving the best AXA behaviours and SDA culture. At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least 40% of your week away from home, moving to the majority of your working week from September 2025. Away from home means either attendance in our Leeds, Ipswich, Gloucester or Bolton office, visiting other AXA sites (with SDA presence) or external Delegated Authority (DA) visits or attending industry events. We're also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition. What you'll be doing:

• Act as the key owner of the SDA control environment and support with the implementation and continued embedding of the AXA Enterprise Risk Management
• Framework (ERMF) and associated UK and Group requirements within SDA alongside the Commercial First Line Risk team.
• Support with the management of product governance and documentation controls owned by SDA, lead the SDA Technical Product team and drive operational excellence and controls.
• Oversee the documentation version controls and be responsible for defining, maintaining and providing ongoing oversight of the controls associated with the Underwriting and Risk Frameworks.
• Own and support with the Product Approval Process (PAP) in SDA and work alongside the Conduct and Compliance and Operational Risk team to manage Delegated Authority oversight across our third-party management platforms (DART and 3RM).
• Coordinating stakeholders across AXA Commercial and UK 2nd line on the completion and management of PAPs as well as ensuring the onboarding of Delegated Authorities and continuous oversight through annual reviews and Customer Outcomes MI (COMI).
• Provide ongoing support and management of all SDA contracts, working closely with SDA, Commercial Risk and UK&I Legal to ensure robust contracts are in place and operating within the legal risk appetite.
• Provide ongoing support and management to the DA Relationship Managers across the contracts management process, escalating outstanding matters in a timely manner to the appropriate stakeholders internally and externally.
• Working alongside the SDA Director, you'll be responsible for ensuring that the contract position across SDA returns to be within appetite, and that the position is sustainably maintained.
Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we're able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you're interested in joining us at AXA, please don't hesitate to apply. What you'll bring:
• Capability to communicate risk management concepts in a way that is simple and accessible and influence in support of a risk-aware and customer focused culture.
• Ability to process, collate, and present large volumes of data in a clear and consistent manner and use this information to drive meaningful action.
• Proven record of delivering through others and coaching and developing direct reports and staff in wider risk roles., We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of our people in protecting what matters most to our customers. In exchange we offer a series of core and supporting benefits designed to empower our people to thrive both professionally and personally., We believe in hiring people who possess the appropriate skills and values that align with our vision. Our selection process is fair and equitable, ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to join us. We are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we take pride in treating our employees and potential hires with respect and without discrimination based on any Protected Characteristics., AXA UK are recognised as a Disability Confident Leader. We actively encourage applications from people who face barriers in the workplace due to a disability or long-term health condition. We participate in the Disability Confident 'Offer of Interview' scheme. This means a fair and proportionate number of candidates with long-term health conditions or disabilities who meet the essential criteria of a job, will be offered an interview.
• You'll need to show you meet the essential criteria as detailed in the job advert or job description
• You don't need to share the details of your long term health condition or disability for your application to be considered under this scheme
As part of your application, you'll be asked if you would like to 'opt in'. To ensure ease of access, every job advert lists a responsible Talent Acquisition contact, who'll be able to connect you with our Accessibility Concierge if you require any support. Screening & Conduct As a regulated financial services company, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks. Additionally, adherence to the Prudential Regulation Authority's (PRA) Insurance Conduct Standards and the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) Conduct Rules will be required., This depends on the location of the role, and what works best for you and the interviewer. We'll give you all the information you need to prepare for whichever format's used for your interview.I'm struggling to connect to my online interview, what should I do? Don't worry, we know these things happen. Get in touch with the person who arranged your interview, or the Talent Acquisition contact. One of the team will be able to help get the interview started or re-arrange it for a different time.How do I get feedback on my interview? Whenever possible, we'll call and provide feedback by phone. Sometimes, we'll need to provide feedback by email.How can I prepare for my interview? We'll send a candidate preparation pack before the interview to help you prepare.


• Knowledge of FCA/PRA requirements and expectations (with a focus on operational and insurance risk).
• Experience of and insights around good governance and how it can be structured and delivered.
• Evidence of providing oversight of, and ensuring adherence to, risk and control frameworks, policies, standards, etc.
• Commercial and pragmatic outlook, able to work at pace and delivery focussed.
• Comfortable with data management, development, and control approaches.
As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

AXA Commercial protects businesses, from multinationals to micro start-ups, giving them the confidence to thrive. We're currently making our biggest ever investment to develop the expertise and skills we need to be the best. We're a vibrant community where everyone is supported to learn, develop, and take ownership of their work., At AXA we have a culture of trust, respect and care, where everyone belongs. We have an ambition to become one of the most inspiring companies to work for, as such we're committed to supporting employee needs, providing meaningful career development, and celebrating differences. We all have a role to play in ensuring a working environment in which everyone, regardless of who they are, can reach their true potential., At AXA we're committed to offering a fair and inclusive experience to all candidates. You're encouraged to report, in good faith, any concerns of behaviour or processes believed to be inappropriate, unethical, or illegal. Should you wish to report any concerns, you can do this through by sending an email to speak-up@axa.com, AXA's dedicated hotline. This service is managed by an independent investigation team. Please note that this email address is not for dealing with job or application related queries. Read more

At AXA UK, we're appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive:
• Competitive annual salary
• Annual company & performance-based bonus
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)
• Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary)
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave
• AXA employee discounts
• Wellbeing services & resources, When will I hear back from you after my interview?
We aim to provide feedback as soon as the interview process allows. The time period will vary depending on the role.How do I discuss the package I've been offered for a role? You can discuss the package with your Talent Acquisition contact at offer stage.Yay! I've got the role, what's next? We'll carry out a number of background checks before you start. This is known as 'screening'.Do you do any background checks? Yes. All financial services companies, including AXA, are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Being part of a regulated industry means we must check the background of all applicants before we confirm a job offer. Pre-employment screening is not just regulatory, it also gives us the confidence that our people are the right fit to protect what matters to customers, colleagues, and our business.
• Who is screened? Everyone, from first-jobbers to senior directors! Often, the higher up the career ladder you are, the more stringent the screening becomes.
• What is screened? Identity and address; qualifications; employment history; credit check; criminal record; directorships.
If you think anything may affect these checks, please tell us.What benefits or perks do you offer? At AXA, we appreciate the people who work for us and regularly review our rewards package to reflect that. The advert for the role you're interested in will detail what you can expect to receive, but you can see an overview of our benefits and perks on our Why Join Us page.Does AXA offer car allowance or a company car? This depends on the grade, role, and eligibility of the employee. Check the benefits listed on the ad for the role you're interested in or confirm with your recruitment contact.