Change Management Senior Specialist, CFO Transformation

AXA SA$107K — $161K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Change Management, focusing on global, cross-functional projects.
  • Strong knowledge of structured change management methodologies.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Robust consulting abilities to create a collaborative work environment.
  • Proficient documentation and presentation skills to convey complex ideas clearly.
  • Strong organizing skills with an emphasis on interdependent functional activities.
  • Ability to influence and navigate organizational culture effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end Change Management efforts leveraging best practices.
  • Facilitate stakeholders in performing impact and risk assessments.
  • Define and execute change management plans based on organizational needs.
  • Assess readiness for change and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Coordinate Social Relations processes with relevant bodies.
  • Support CFO leaders through the entire change lifecycle.
  • Monitor change adoption and manage transition into ongoing operations.

Benefits

  • Competitive retirement savings plan to support financial health.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs to maintain physical and mental well-being.
  • Wide range of professional development opportunities for career advancement.
Full Job Description
The role holder will manage the people side of change to support the achievement of CFO business objectives whether that change is the result of a formal project/program, small change or BAU/continuous improvement effort.

They will work across CFO functions and stakeholders to understand the impact of change, communicate the rationale behind the change, create strategies to support CFO colleagues through the transition, and ensure desired outcomes are smoothly integrated and adopted by colleagues and the intent of the project is imbedded into ongoing operations.

What you'll be doing

This role will be responsible for leading end-to-end Change Management efforts using structured approaches, appropriate toolsets and leveraging AXA XL best practices:
  • Facilitate Sponsors, stakeholders and business SMEs to performing change impact assessments, stakeholder analysis and change risk assessments.
  • Defining and executing change management strategies and plans
  • Assessing CFO function and colleague readiness for change and adjusting change strategies/ plans accordingly.
  • Coordinating Social Relations processes and consultations where required with EU Social Partners/Bodies.
  • Engaging and equipping CFO leaders and people managers to support impacted populations on their change journey.
  • Engaging the CFO community and supporting throughout the change lifecycle.
  • Monitoring the adoption of change and managing the people transition to BAU by adjusting change strategies and plans to embed new ways of working into the ongoing operations of the function.
  • Partner and collaborate with colleagues within the CFO Transformation Office, CFO Function, Technology & AI and other AXA XL functions to ensure the successful execution and adoption of CFO change efforts.


This role is an individual contributor role requiring ability to engage, communicate with and influence all levels of the Global CFO organization and help contribute to the establishment of this new function.

You will report to the Senior Manager - Global CFO Change Enablement.

What you will BRING

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

Required Skills and Abilities
  • Experience in a Change Management role applied in global, cross-functional and high-stake projects/programs or environments.
  • Demonstrable experience applying structured change management methodologies or approaches to lead change management end to end.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in building and maintaining positive connections with colleagues, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals through communication, empathy, and trust.
  • Robust consulting skills; able to foster a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued and integrated to achieve change objectives.
  • Excellent capabilities in documenting, visualizing and presenting information, ideas or change narratives in an accessible, engaging manner.
  • Excellent communication skills. Ability to engage authentically and with impact, effectively utilizing storytelling techniques to inspire and engage audiences, while remaining open to constructive challenges
  • Good organizational skills. Considers interdependency with other functional activities proactively.
  • Robust influencing and collaborative skills. Ability to effectively employs various influence strategies, leveraging a deep understanding of organizational culture, political processes, and networks to drive change and garner support for initiatives.
  • Robust analytical, conceptual and creative mindset. Ability to turn multiple sources of formal and informal information into insights and make informed decisions on effective change strategies and plans, demonstrating an understanding of the big picture and considering broader implications across functions.
  • Capability to adapt change approaches independently and flexibly to shifting circumstances and navigate themselves (and others) through ambiguity or uncertain circumstances without losing focus on overall objectives.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced multi-cultural environment


Desired Skills and Abilities
  • Prosci Change Practitioner certification preferred
  • Relevant industry experience i.e Finance, (Re)insurance, Financial Services.
  • Knowledge and experience of project management and other delivery methodologies i.e. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile
  • Experience navigating Social Relations process and engaging with Social Partners/Bodies.
  • Capable in the use of AI and other digital tools, and effectively integrating such technologies into workflows, streamlining processes and enhancing colleague engagement.


The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 107,000 - 161,800.

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.

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 2026.

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