AXA XL
What you’ll be doing
The Project Manager works to deliver specific and approved initiatives in the best interests of the customer. Project Managers manage a varying quantity of initiatives based on the needs of the business and experience level, and may encompass Small Change, BAU, and discretionary transformational projects/programs within the Change Delivery team.
What will your essential responsibilities include?
Contribute to build project methodology and comply with AXA XL processes & standards.
Define project scope, objectives, success criteria, and deliverables. Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and work breakdown structures (WBS).
Manage driving schedule, milestones, dependencies, and critical path. Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed. Manage scope, including change controls for projects.
Report project status to stakeholders in appropriate format and at the relevant level of detail.
Plan and coordinate resources across providers.
Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control. Track actuals vs. plan and report variances.
Lead and facilitate meetings (kickoffs, status updates, steering committees, retrospectives); drive decision making and issue resolution. Manage project stakeholders' expectations.
Interface with Business, App Managers, Business Analysts and Tech Leads to ensure service requirements are clearly understood, milestones agreed‑to, and that execution trends in a manner favorable to project success.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks; maintain a risk register and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
Quality assurance: define acceptance criteria, coordinate testing/QA activities, and ensure delivery meets quality standards.
Facilitate deployment, business and technical readiness, acceptance of the solution/change and enabling the business benefit realization.
Managing vendor project engagements including participating in creation of SOW and ensuring proper invoice submission.
Manages intra‑project and cross‑project deliverable dependency tracking.
Developing project communication and team collaboration materials.
The Project Manager will report to the Senior Manager, Change Delivery.
What you’ll bring
Project management experience, with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
Problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical reasoning.
Performs tasks according to established procedures, with some ability to exercise discretion. Projects are of moderate size and complexity.
Provides effective solutions to problems based on broad experience.
Knowledge of business functions, including an understanding of various processes, procedures and systems required to carry out assignments.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Certifications (preferred but not mandatory): PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner/Foundation, PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner), CAPM, or related Agile certifications (CSM, CSPO, SAFe).
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. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.
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 enables business growth and is critical to our success.
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.
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.
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. Our 2023‑26 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.
Salary The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 73,800 – 116,500. 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.
Benefits 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 Glance 2025.
Employment details
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industry: Insurance
Location: New York, NY
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What will your essential responsibilities include?
Contribute to build project methodology and comply with AXA XL processes & standards.
Define project scope, objectives, success criteria, and deliverables. Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and work breakdown structures (WBS).
Manage driving schedule, milestones, dependencies, and critical path. Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed. Manage scope, including change controls for projects.
Report project status to stakeholders in appropriate format and at the relevant level of detail.
Plan and coordinate resources across providers.
Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control. Track actuals vs. plan and report variances.
Lead and facilitate meetings (kickoffs, status updates, steering committees, retrospectives); drive decision making and issue resolution. Manage project stakeholders' expectations.
Interface with Business, App Managers, Business Analysts and Tech Leads to ensure service requirements are clearly understood, milestones agreed‑to, and that execution trends in a manner favorable to project success.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks; maintain a risk register and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
Quality assurance: define acceptance criteria, coordinate testing/QA activities, and ensure delivery meets quality standards.
Facilitate deployment, business and technical readiness, acceptance of the solution/change and enabling the business benefit realization.
Managing vendor project engagements including participating in creation of SOW and ensuring proper invoice submission.
Manages intra‑project and cross‑project deliverable dependency tracking.
Developing project communication and team collaboration materials.
The Project Manager will report to the Senior Manager, Change Delivery.
What you’ll bring
Project management experience, with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
Problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical reasoning.
Performs tasks according to established procedures, with some ability to exercise discretion. Projects are of moderate size and complexity.
Provides effective solutions to problems based on broad experience.
Knowledge of business functions, including an understanding of various processes, procedures and systems required to carry out assignments.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Certifications (preferred but not mandatory): PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner/Foundation, PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner), CAPM, or related Agile certifications (CSM, CSPO, SAFe).
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. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.
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 enables business growth and is critical to our success.
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.
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.
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. Our 2023‑26 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.
Salary The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 73,800 – 116,500. 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.
Benefits 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 Glance 2025.
Employment details
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industry: Insurance
Location: New York, NY
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