5–7 years of experience in Direct Retail management, underwriting, or insurance operations, along with 2–4 years of relevant experience in business analysis or strategy, demonstrating the ability to apply quantitative methods to real business problems.A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required; possession of an advanced or graduate degree is preferred.Professional qualifications in direct retail management or insurance (e.g., CIP, ACII), are advantageous.· Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with proven ability to lead innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.· Understanding of the importance of the strategic cycle and alignment with key outcomes(KPIs)· Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks specific to Ireland, including insurance regulations and compliance standards.· Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex insights.· Demonstrated stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate data insights into actionable recommendations for cross-functional teams and leadership.· Awareness and exposure to digital transformation, AI initiatives, automation, or financial technology solutions within the insurance sector.· Understanding of the strategic cycle and its alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs) to support business objectives.· Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), alongside a good understanding of core AXA IT systems, ie. Darwin, Genesys, SOLUS.This role is an allocated Controlled Function under Fitness & Probity Regime, which means the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced level of background screening requirements. You can find more information on As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorized to work in Ireland and/or the United Kingdom.This recruitment campaign will be used to support permanent, temporary and/or extension for any upcoming similar positions.Proud to be part of the AXA Group, at AXA Ireland our values are at the heart of everything we do. We work together as One AXA, embracing our differences to make our teams great. We believe integrity, courage and our customer-first approach is what makes us a great place to work. AXA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from across all communities.One of the best things about joining AXA is our rewards package. At AXA Ireland, we're appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package reflects that. You can expect to receive:• Competitive salary with annual review• Annual company & performance-based bonus• Contributory pension scheme (up to 10% employer contributions)• Life Assurance• Generous annual leave plus Bank Holidays• AXA employee discounts• Education support and plenty of learning opportunities.AXA is proud to support the needs of our employees and as such understands everyone has individual work and home life responsibilities. We are therefore happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, should this be a requirement for you.At AXA, we want to become one of the most inspiring companies to work for and to achieve this ambition, we need the best talent to come and work for us. We look for candidates with the right skills and values to join us and selection is based on a fair and equal process. As a financial services company, all successful candidates will require employment checks, so we can ensure regulatory compliance.We're proud to be committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds. AXA Insurance dac consider applicants on the basis of skills, experience & qualifications and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally protected status.Would you like to wake up every day driven and inspired by our noble mission and to work together as one global team to empower people to live a better life? Here at AXA we strive to lead the transformation of our industry. We are looking for talented individuals who come from varied backgrounds, think differently and want to be part of this exciting transformation by challenging the status quo so we can push AXA - a leading global brand and one of the most innovative companies in our industry - onto even greater things.In a fast-evolving world and with a presence in 64 countries, our 166,000 employees and exclusive distributors anticipate change to offer services and solutions tailored to the current and future needs of our 103 million customers.We are seeking a Retail Strategic Lead to assist in the development, execution and to support in the implementation of innovative retail propositions in the Republic of Ireland. This key role focuses on designing long-term strategies that drive growth, profitability, and exceptional customer experiences across all product lines.Reporting into the Head of Direct Retail Strategy & Performance, the successful candidate will support sustainable business development by promoting technical excellence and maintaining AXA Ireland's competitive edge. Collaborating closely with local and group teams, they will foster a culture of continuous improvement and cross-functional teamwork to deliver a consistent, customer-centric approach.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 majority of your week away from home. Away from home means either attendance at one of our head office locations, visiting clients or attending industry events.What you'll be doing:· Support in the development and execution of strategic plans across all product lines, integrating market, regulatory, and legal considerations to meet retail strategy commitments.· Drive retail performance through innovation, business engagement, cost efficiency, and enhancing the customer journey.· Create long-term roadmaps for growth, digital transformation, and omni-channel initiatives in collaboration with the wider team.· Monitor performance metrics, identify improvement opportunities, and implement corrective actions to optimise outcomes.· Lead customer experience initiatives to ensure retail propositions align with market best practices and customer value, fostering trust and loyalty.· Oversee cost and indemnity optimisation initiatives to balance financial performance with positive customer outcomes.· Conduct market and competitor analysis, identify emerging trends, and provide insights to inform strategic decision-making.· Foster stakeholder collaboration, communicate strategy effectively, and ensure compliance while driving innovation and business growth.