Senior Human Resources Advisor

AXA SA$75K — $101K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of varied HR experience, ideally in a matrix environment, preferably in financial services or insurance.
  • Strong analytical skills to transform data into insights and presentations.
  • Proactive organization skills with the ability to plan and prioritize effectively.
  • Customer-focused attitude with a professional demeanor.
  • Demonstrated initiative and appropriate responsiveness to situations.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills for all levels of the organization.
  • Appreciation for discretion and confidentiality in HR matters.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as a team player and interact well with colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

  • Support local HR team in executing annual HR programs and initiatives.
  • Provide guidance on talent acquisition, onboarding, and performance management.
  • Act as a trusted advisor for employee relations and conflict resolution.
  • Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to assist colleagues and leaders.
  • Ensure adherence to HR policies and employment legislation.
  • Manage ongoing transactional HR duties and submit necessary reports.
  • Assist senior staff with effective local HR services and initiatives.

Benefits

  • Diverse inclusion initiatives through Business Resource Groups across global chapters.
  • Support for flexible working arrangements enhancing work-life balance.
  • Enhanced family leave benefits promoting a family-friendly workplace.
  • Recognition in the Diversity Best Practices Index emphasizing commitment to inclusivity.
  • Signatories to the UK Women in Finance Charter, showcasing dedication to gender equity.
Full Job Description
Senior Human Resources Advisor

Exton, PA| Hartford, CT

We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior HR Advisor to support and execute requests from Global HR Business Partners and leadership. The HR Advisor will work closely with senior team members to ensure the completion of transactional activities and the successful implementation of change initiatives. Senior HR Advisor will work on ad-hoc projects throughout the year.

This role will report to Senior Human Resources Business Partner.

What you'll be doing

What will your essential responsibilities include?
  • Support the local team in planning, coordinating, and executing annual HR programs and initiatives locally.
  • Provide guidance and support on talent acquisition, onboarding, and performance management.
  • Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, conflict resolution, and workplace investigations.
  • Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) such as Employee Relations, Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition to provide guidance and support to leaders and colleagues.
  • Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and employment laws.
  • Handle day-to-day transactional duties, including submitting SMARTforms, leaver requests, and conducting exit interviews.
  • Assist senior-level staff in delivering an effective and responsive HR service locally.
  • Aid in planning and coordinating annual HR programs and other initiatives as directed by senior HR leaders.
  • Act as an HR expert in myHR functionality and maintain a reliable methodology for report generation.
  • Stay updated on recent COE developments, rollouts, and changes to inform and partner with your HRBP.
  • Provide HR data and information to meet statutory, regulatory, and management information requirements.
  • Support the US HR Management Team and designated HRBPs by preparing reports, analyzing data, producing trend analysis, and managing organizational charts to ensure all business changes are current.


What you'll bring

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

Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Varied HR experience, ideally in a matrix environment, preferably in financial services or the insurance industry.
  • Outstanding analytical skills with the ability to convert data into insightful presentations.
  • Excellent proactive organization skills and the ability to plan and prioritize work.
  • Highly customer-focused, maintaining a professional attitude at all times.
  • Shows initiative in acting and responding appropriately.
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to liaise at all levels.
  • Understands and values the importance of discretion and confidentiality.
  • Team player who interacts effectively with colleagues and clients.
  • Highly responsive to changing demands.
  • Accurate with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Advanced skills in Word, Excel, MS Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with HR databases is advantageous.


What we offer

Inclusion

  • 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.

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.


The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD $75,200 to $101,300.

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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