AXA XL
Global General Counsel
– AXA XL
AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Target Locations USA (New York, Stamford, Hartford) preferred, or UK. Extensive travel required.
About AXA XL AXA XL is a leading global commercial P&C and specialty lines insurer dedicated to delivering innovative insurance solutions and risk prevention services to our clients. We are seeking a visionary General Counsel who will lead our legal and compliance departments into the future, leveraging technology and artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Responsibilities
Lead the legal and compliance functions of the company, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations while fostering a culture of integrity and ethical behavior.
Provide strategic legal counsel to senior management across the AXA XL Division and ensure effective legal and compliance support to enable strategic and business priorities.
Anticipate emerging legal and compliance issues and oversee regulatory relationships.
Serve as Chief Compliance Officer of the Division and manage Solvency II key function.
Transform the legal and compliance departments by integrating technology solutions and AI tools to drive efficiency and foster an innovative, learning‑focused team environment.
Oversee a global team of approximately 250 legal and compliance professionals and report to the Chief Administrative Officer and Global Head of Claims, and dual reporting line to the AXA Group General Counsel.
Maintain day‑to‑day legal affairs, corporate governance, and risk assessment of AXA XL Division and its legal entities.
Develop practical, commercial solutions in all business areas.
Provide comprehensive legal advice and strategic guidance to senior management and keep the AXA Group General Counsel updated on key legal issues.
Coordinate with compliance teams across the globe on all issues as appropriate.
Manage all external legal counsel relationships, focusing on efficiency.
Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing team of legal professionals, promoting inclusion, continuous learning and professional growth.
Ensure escalation of all material matters to the Group GC and contribute to the Group Legal Leadership Team.
Collaborate with other General Counsels across the AXA Group to ensure consistency and develop talent within the global legal family.
Promote a positive culture of legal, compliance and ethics within AXA XL.
Foster robust relationships with industry associations, peers, external counsel and General Counsels in other AXA entities.
Maintain a robust compliance program across all AXA XL division and its legal entities and branches aligning with AXA Group requirements and industry best practices, including Financial Crime and Data Privacy.
Monitor regulatory changes, assess impact on company operations and ensure prompt adjustments to operational processes and practices.
Create and maintain a culture of compliance through training programs and awareness initiatives.
Provide regular updates to the XLB Board regarding compliance matters, program, regulatory developments, and matters specifically requested by the Board and/or Audit Committee.
Work collaboratively with the AXA Group Chief Compliance Officer to develop talent across the global compliance family and build a compliance department fit for the future.
Foster robust relationships with regulators, peers and Chief Compliance Officers in other AXA entities.
Qualifications
Law degree from an accredited law school and bar admission (US) or other necessary licenses to practice law.
Extensive experience in a legal and/or compliance role, preferably within the insurance industry.
Experience working in an international environment with cross‑cultural communication skills and comfort in diverse settings.
Ability to think strategically and provide sound, practical, and commercial advice, coupled with scrupulous adherence to legal and ethical requirements.
Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication and leadership skills.
Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, capacity for growth and for reorientation.
All‑round corporate lawyer with knowledge and experience in insurance law (preferred), litigation, contract law, civil law in various countries including but not limited to the US, UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Italy, APAC.
Demonstrated ability to leverage technology to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Fluent in English.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and learning opportunities.
Inclusion: AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity. We have five Business Resource Groups and support flexible working arrangements.
Rewards: Total Rewards program covers health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security.
Sustainability: Our 2023‑26 strategy focuses on protecting nature, addressing climate change and integrating ESG.
Comprehensive salary range: U.S. base salary $375,000 – $450,000 USD (only for U.S. applicants). Actual pay determined by skills, experience and location with market alignment.
AXA XL is a global Company. The salary range noted above is applicable only for US applicants. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location.
Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity.
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– AXA XL
AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Target Locations USA (New York, Stamford, Hartford) preferred, or UK. Extensive travel required.
About AXA XL AXA XL is a leading global commercial P&C and specialty lines insurer dedicated to delivering innovative insurance solutions and risk prevention services to our clients. We are seeking a visionary General Counsel who will lead our legal and compliance departments into the future, leveraging technology and artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Responsibilities
Lead the legal and compliance functions of the company, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations while fostering a culture of integrity and ethical behavior.
Provide strategic legal counsel to senior management across the AXA XL Division and ensure effective legal and compliance support to enable strategic and business priorities.
Anticipate emerging legal and compliance issues and oversee regulatory relationships.
Serve as Chief Compliance Officer of the Division and manage Solvency II key function.
Transform the legal and compliance departments by integrating technology solutions and AI tools to drive efficiency and foster an innovative, learning‑focused team environment.
Oversee a global team of approximately 250 legal and compliance professionals and report to the Chief Administrative Officer and Global Head of Claims, and dual reporting line to the AXA Group General Counsel.
Maintain day‑to‑day legal affairs, corporate governance, and risk assessment of AXA XL Division and its legal entities.
Develop practical, commercial solutions in all business areas.
Provide comprehensive legal advice and strategic guidance to senior management and keep the AXA Group General Counsel updated on key legal issues.
Coordinate with compliance teams across the globe on all issues as appropriate.
Manage all external legal counsel relationships, focusing on efficiency.
Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing team of legal professionals, promoting inclusion, continuous learning and professional growth.
Ensure escalation of all material matters to the Group GC and contribute to the Group Legal Leadership Team.
Collaborate with other General Counsels across the AXA Group to ensure consistency and develop talent within the global legal family.
Promote a positive culture of legal, compliance and ethics within AXA XL.
Foster robust relationships with industry associations, peers, external counsel and General Counsels in other AXA entities.
Maintain a robust compliance program across all AXA XL division and its legal entities and branches aligning with AXA Group requirements and industry best practices, including Financial Crime and Data Privacy.
Monitor regulatory changes, assess impact on company operations and ensure prompt adjustments to operational processes and practices.
Create and maintain a culture of compliance through training programs and awareness initiatives.
Provide regular updates to the XLB Board regarding compliance matters, program, regulatory developments, and matters specifically requested by the Board and/or Audit Committee.
Work collaboratively with the AXA Group Chief Compliance Officer to develop talent across the global compliance family and build a compliance department fit for the future.
Foster robust relationships with regulators, peers and Chief Compliance Officers in other AXA entities.
Qualifications
Law degree from an accredited law school and bar admission (US) or other necessary licenses to practice law.
Extensive experience in a legal and/or compliance role, preferably within the insurance industry.
Experience working in an international environment with cross‑cultural communication skills and comfort in diverse settings.
Ability to think strategically and provide sound, practical, and commercial advice, coupled with scrupulous adherence to legal and ethical requirements.
Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication and leadership skills.
Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, capacity for growth and for reorientation.
All‑round corporate lawyer with knowledge and experience in insurance law (preferred), litigation, contract law, civil law in various countries including but not limited to the US, UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Italy, APAC.
Demonstrated ability to leverage technology to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Fluent in English.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and learning opportunities.
Inclusion: AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity. We have five Business Resource Groups and support flexible working arrangements.
Rewards: Total Rewards program covers health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security.
Sustainability: Our 2023‑26 strategy focuses on protecting nature, addressing climate change and integrating ESG.
Comprehensive salary range: U.S. base salary $375,000 – $450,000 USD (only for U.S. applicants). Actual pay determined by skills, experience and location with market alignment.
AXA XL is a global Company. The salary range noted above is applicable only for US applicants. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location.
Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity.
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