Job Description

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Head of External Communications

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London


We are seeking a Head of External Communications with demonstrable expertise in press office management, thought leadership strategy, social media, and crisis management. The successful candidate will need to have advanced and demonstrable knowledge of the re/insurance industry.


This is a high-profile role in a fast-paced global environment, the nature of the role requires out of hours media management as required.


In this role, you will play a crucial part in shaping the company's narrative and driving awareness of key growth initiatives with overall responsibility for driving strategic direction and ensuring high quality tactical delivery for external communications worldwide.

What you'll be DOING

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What will your essential responsibilities include?


Media Relations and Social Media


+ Lead the global press office function, including strategy, operations, and reporting. + Overall responsibility for social media strategy, management, governance, and reporting.

Thought Leadership and content


+ Content publishing and thought leadership strategy and platforms. Lead, support and coach the Communications Directors to deliver robust thought leadership articles. + Oversite of the content budget to ensure our editorial team is most effective.


Advisory


+ Act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders across all global functions and businesses. + Act as a key contact between AXA Group External Communications and AXA XL, ensuring alignment on financial reporting, message development and media management.

Crisis Communications


+ Deputize for the Chief Communications & Brand Officer on the Corporate Crisis team for AXA XL with responsibility for communications. + Contribute to the Business Continuity Plan for the function.
+ Provide key support to the Chief Communications and Brand & Reputational Risk Officer aligned with Group Reputational Risk. In addition, have a seat on the Op Risk and Compliance Risk Committee at AXA XL.


Integrated Communications and Campaigns


+ Collaborate closely with the Internal Communications team to ensure an integrated and holistic approach to communications. + Provide advice on client & broker communications to senior marketing colleagues.

In addition, you will lead the global media awards strategy and activity.


You will report to the Chief Communications & Brand Officer

What

you'll bring

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

Required Skills and Abilities:

Superior communications and media relations expertise; ability to analyze information and connect the dots quickly and effectively. Advanced knowledge of the re/insurance business, with robust demonstrable understanding of key aspects of insurance industry financial reporting. Significant credibility/experience as strategic adviser to senior leaders, as well as an adaptive, flexible and collaborative attitude. Strategic thinking, effective prioritization and pragmatic tactical focus. Ability to inspire, lead and influence, also colleagues not under own direct management responsibility. Proven track record in managing successful global communications strategies. Robust media relations experience with a deep understanding of global media landscapes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Advance knowledge of media monitoring, reporting and AI tools.




Business French an advantage




Experience of working in a fast passed global environment.


Prepared to manage media relations and crisis communications during non-traditional work hours.

What

we

offer

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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 axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. 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 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 axaxl.com/sustainability.

Who

we

are

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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

AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.