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AXA UK

SME Retention Team Manager

Tunbridge Wells, United KingdomPosted Yesterday
Full-timeonsite

Job Description

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: Are you a passionate leader with a drive for excellence

Join us as our SME Retention Team Manager, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of customer and intermediary success

In this pivotal role, you'll lead a dynamic team, inspiring greatness while delivering outstanding results that matter

You’ll drive retention performance, foster operational excellence, and develop talented colleagues—all within a culture focused on exceptional service and continuous improvement

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and lead with purpose, we want to hear from you

Key responsibilities: Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing, inclusive team focused on exceptional customer and intermediary outcomes

Foster a customer-first culture by building strong relationships, resolving complex issues, and enhancing satisfaction

Achieve retention targets through proactive portfolio management, trend analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives

Develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across functions to influence and deliver shared business goals

Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and governance standards, promoting a culture of risk awareness and accountability

Monitor team performance against KPIs, drive process improvements, and ensure quality standards and operational controls are met

Support colleague wellbeing, engagement, continuous learning, and talent development for future capability

Provide accurate reporting and insights to inform decision-making and foster operational excellence

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

You'll work at least two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) in the future

Away from home means attending the office in Tunbridge Wells, visiting clients or attending industry events

Your skills & experience: Strong leadership, relationship management, communication, and analytical skills with a customer-focused mindset

Proven experience managing client or intermediary relationships in insurance, IPMI, or financial services is preferred

Successful track record leading and developing high-performing customer-facing teams

Demonstrated ability to achieve retention, customer satisfaction, and commercial targets

Skilled in coaching colleagues to enhance capability and performance

Experienced in managing change and driving continuous improvement initiatives

Adept at collaborating across multiple functions and regional teams

Proficient in using MI and performance data to inform business decisions

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 [email protected]

We encourage you to apply for this opportunity as soon as possible, as we may close this advert earlier than the listed closing date. #LI-Hybrid #Health

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