Are you ready to take your career to the next level? AXA UK&I is seeking a talented Corporate Finance Consultant to drive corporate finance activity, including M&A initiatives. In this pivotal role, a fixed term contract until the end of 2025, you’ll engage with senior stakeholders across finance and various functions, collaborating closely with AXA Group teams while reporting directly to the UK Management Committee and AXA UK Board.

Your expertise will be crucial in providing financial and strategic insights as you partner with business units and support functions. If you’ve experience in project management, a passion for stakeholder management and a desire to influence key business decisions, we want you to be part of our dynamic team!

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 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:

• Lead capital optimisation initiatives across AXA UK&I, including reinsurance, capital modelling and business transfers.
• Provide corporate finance expertise for M&A and disposal activities, including valuations and due diligence.
• Drive market scanning and target identification while engaging with business stakeholders and AXA Group
• Execute corporate simplification initiatives within AXA UK.
• Collaborate extensively with a range of senior business stakeholders to ensure timely execution of initiatives.
• Foster strong relationships with Senior Management and stakeholders, promoting transparency and collaboration.

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:

• Proven track record in finance management within the insurance industry.
• Experience in project management.
• Qualified accountant or actuary.
• First-class analytical and problem-solving skills, with the confidence to tackle complex issues and take decisive action.
• Outstanding leadership, negotiation, and management abilities that inspire teams and foster collaboration.
• Talent for building and managing key relationships, with the independence to challenge the status quo and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Experience interacting with Executives, Senior Management, and regulators, ensuring seamless communication and strategic alignment.
• In-depth knowledge of capital management, risk management and general insurance.

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply for this role as a secondment opportunity through the internal careers site.

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

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
• Discretionary 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
• Private health cover
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave
• AXA employee discounts
• Gym benefits

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 mel.ainscough@axa-insurance.co.uk.

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Who we are:

AXA UK Support Functions power AXA’s three customer-facing business units, providing the infrastructure, support and expertise to ensure our customers can always count on us. Whether you’ve got heaps of experience and qualifications behind you, or you’re just starting out, we’ll give you the support and opportunities to help you grow and develop with confidence.