AXA UK
HR Business Partner - Organisational Design & Change Management
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About AXA
AXA is a global leader in insurance and financial services, dedicated to helping customers protect what matters most to them. As the sixth-largest insurance company in the world, we provide a wide range of services, including health, car, home, and business insurance. We support millions of customers worldwide, helping them navigate life's uncertainties with confidence.
AXA Global Healthcare offers global healthcare support and protection to individuals and businesses in more than 200 countries, building on over 55 years of experience through its international hubs.
Job Overview
We are seeking an accomplished HR Business Partner with organisational design and change management experience to lead and support end-to-end HR change initiatives across the organisation for a 6-month fixed term contract. This pivotal role involves managing complex projects, ensuring rigorous governance, and driving successful organisational change. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and HR partners to deliver strategic projects that enhance our operating models and organisational effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end HR change projects, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget, while maintaining rigorous governance and controls.
- Partner with senior stakeholders, including HR and business leaders, to shape, influence, and implement change initiatives.
- Develop and execute communication and training strategies to support organisational change and embedding new operating models.
- Produce comprehensive project documentation, including stakeholder packs, solution designs, and data analysis reports.
- Identify, manage, and escalate risks, issues, and dependencies to keep projects on track.
- Support organisational design reviews and restructures aligned with strategic goals.
- Utilise HR analytics and diagnostics to identify improvement opportunities and inform project decisions.
- Ensure compliance with HR policies, processes, and legal requirements throughout project delivery.
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Work Arrangements
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. During this 6-month fixed term contract based in Tunbridge Wells, you'll work at least two days a week away from home, moving to three days a week from 1 December 2026. Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events.
We know that some candidates may be discouraged from applying if they don't meet every requirement. If you’re excited by this job and the prospect of working at AXA but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still encourage you to apply.
Your Skills & Experience
- Proven experience managing HR organisational design and change projects.
- Understanding and utilisation of project management methodologies and controls preferred.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships at all levels.
- Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret HR analytics, recognise trends, and develop strategic recommendations.
- Strong organisational skills, pragmatism, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience coaching managers through change and embedding new operating models.
- Knowledge of HR policies, processes, and legal implications.
- Ability to manage risks, dependencies, and deliver results within tight deadlines.
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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.
How To Apply
To apply, click on the ‘apply now’ 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 Bessie.Norris@axa-uk.co.uk.
We encourage you to apply for this opportunity as soon as possible, as we may close this advert earlier than the listed closing date.
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