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Job Description - Chief of Staff / CTO Special Projects & Strategic Planning Manager D

Job Description

Chief of Staff / CTO Special Projects & Strategic Planning Manager (

Job Number: D

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CTO Special Projects & Strategic Planning Manager

The Special Projects Manager guides the Technology Office's day-to-day rhythm and contributes to the success of the Technology Office's dealings.They are also responsible for partnering with Technology Office leadership to develop and execute a portfolio of strategic projects.The Special Projects Manager functions, for the most part, autonomously. They don't execute a set of tasks day after day. Each day, they determine what they need to do and then they do it.

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What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Acts as an operational linchpin and strategic facilitator within the Technology Office, a role that is fundamental to its efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead diverse and global strategic activities in support of core objectives, including execution of Technology Office led programs and activities.
• Run internal Technology Office projects governance processes, monitor execution against the plan, and provide operational support.
• Provide timely counsel and key updates on critical initiatives requiring Chief Technology Officer and Technology Office Leadership Team attention.
• Frequently holds the mantle of communications, creating materials and engaging with team members and stakeholders through presentations, reports and newsletters.
• Plan the agenda, coordinate, and run key Technology Office meetings including Leadership Team weekly & monthly, community calls, and off-sites to ensure they are deliberate, relevant, focused, and efficient.
• Advises and supports Chief Technology Officer in their daily duties.
• Works behind the scenes to mediate disputes, find solutions to problems and dealing with issues before they are brought to the Chief Technology Officer.
• Manages the financials of the function, monitors actuals along with expected spend, and works closely with finance to ensure alignment.
• Maintains audit items and second opinion mapping to manage delivery and successful closure of items within given timeframe and communicates progress to CTO and GT audit function accordingly.

You will report to the Chief Technology Officer located in USA. The role requires working in non-standard working hours between 10am-6pm.

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

• Assured Collaborator: Develop and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Provide guidance and seek input from others as needed to achieve the best result possible. Capable of working and collaborating with a virtual team, across multiple diverse geographies and cultures.
• Effective Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and influencing skills are essential. Able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of sophistication. Expertise in creating digestible and purposeful content from complex subject matter.
• Results Oriented: A keen ability to execute and deliver results. Approach tasks proactively and anticipate needs. Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment and efficiently juggle numerous concurrent responsibilities.Think quickly and have the flexibility to (re-)prioritize multiple work streams/ projects/ tasks without sacrificing quality. Act with a sense of urgency.
• Coordinate People & Processes: Proficient in project management, with experience working with agile methodologies.Lead a team through the course of a project, managing timelines, resolving problems, and facilitating communication and collaboration to ensure a successful outcome. Manage project risks, reporting and escalating to management as needed.
• Maximize Value: Plan and manage finances to align with goals and objectives.Feed into budget planning process, track and project expenses, contribute to financial analysis, and ensure budget is not exceeded.
• Continuous Improvement Focused: Willing to ask questions and explore innovative ideas. Eager to learn and focused on continuously improving technical and soft skills.
• Thought Leadership: Provide creative thought leadership while also listening and engaging others. Ability to persuade and implement change.

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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.

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 a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can 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

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 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

• 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

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The U.S. base salary range for this position is $110,000 to $120,000 USD.

AXA XL is a global Company.The salary range noted above is applicable only for US applicants. 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.

AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location Work Locations Location : PL-PL-Wroclaw Work Locations : PL Wroclaw Pegaz Building Kazimierza Wilekiego no. 3 3rd & 4th Floor Wroclaw Job Field Job Field : Project & Change Management Schedule Schedule : Full-time Job Type Job Type : Standard

AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any colleague or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status or any other category protected by local law.

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