Job Description

Job ref:

2026-14421

Closing date:

28/02/2026

Location:

Tunbridge Wells | Leeds | Manchester | Ipswich

Career area:

ACTUARIAL AND PRICING

Salary:

Dependent on experience

We've an exciting opportunity for a Partnerships Manager to join AXA Retail. As a Partnerships Manager, you'll support the management and performance of the Partnerships Motor portfolio, including the Lloyd's Banking Group portfolio. We're seeking a highly organised individual to join us to assist with making pricing and underwriting interventions, managing governance and ensuring good customer outcomes. You'll be responsible for supporting portfolio trading and governance as well as the accountability for delivering AXA's business objectives through performance management of the account.



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 two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) in the future. Away from home means either attendance at one of our office locations, visiting clients 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:

Supporting and taking accountability for the delivery of planned combined operating ratio (COR), gross written premium (GWP), and policy volume by effectively managing all performance indicators for the allocated partnership. Monitor and support key performance indicators (KPIs), including financial metrics, underwriting footprint criteria, and product limits and coverage. Develop and nurture strong external trading relationships with allocated partners, ensuring regular and structured engagement with key stakeholders. Oversee and maintain ownership of all relevant governance and control measures to ensure compliance and operational integrity. Operate within agreed processes and adhere to the standards set by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), AXA, and other regulatory bodies. You'll act as a key contributor to AXA's Retail strategy and objectives, aligning initiatives with broader company goals.

What you'll bring:

Proven experience in supporting and managing external relationships, ideally within a partnerships environment, with a sound understanding of the Insurance market. Demonstrated ability to understand and manage trading performance against KPIs, contributing to both short-term and long-term strategic planning. Successful track record in supporting and implementing change initiatives, including pricing, underwriting, and product modifications. Exceptional relationship management skills, with a history of building and maintaining successful long-term relationships both internally and externally. Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective interaction and engagement at all levels. Pragmatic decision-maker with excellent analytical and numerical reasoning abilities. Comprehensive knowledge of Insurance principles and practices. Understanding of FCA and compliance requirements, with a commitment to maintaining high governance standards and controls.

As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.



This position has been defined as an Insurance Distribution Directive (IDD) role under the IDD regime which means that in addition to pre-employment screening checks, the successful candidate will be subject to background screening every 4 years with an annual declaration in interim years.

What we offer:

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 depending on experience Annual company & performance-based bonus Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions) Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary) Private medical cover 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave Wellbeing services & resources AXA employee discounts

To apply, click on the 'apply for this job' button, you'll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don't discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long-term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, we're proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to saraya.cussons@axa-uk.co.uk.

Who we are:

AXA Retail helps people live the life they love, knowing we've got their back, at home and on the road. Our people are vital to us becoming more digital, faster and easier to access. We're a dynamic team of experts completely committed to making sure our customers 'get back to the good stuff' when the unexpected happens.



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What we offer

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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.


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Competitive Salary

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Annual Bonus

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25 - 28 Days Annual Leave

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21 Hours Volunteering Leave

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Pension Scheme

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Life Assurance

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Private Medical Cover

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AXA Shareplan

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Wellbeing Initiatives

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Employee Assistance Programme

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Flexible Benefits

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Discounts

Our Values

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Our Values shape what we do and how we do it.

They inspire, guide, empower & unite us.



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Customer first

All our thinking starts with the customer


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Integrity

We're guided by strong moral principles


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Courage

We speak our mind and act to make things happen


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One AXA

Being together and being different makes us better