Job Description
Job ID 2026-20279 Main Purpose of the Job The Data Project Senior Manager at AXA Philippines is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex data projects that support the company's business objectives
This role ensures projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget, while aligning with AXA’s data governance standards, regulatory requirements, and digital transformation initiatives
The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills combined with deep understanding of data architecture, analytics, and insurance operations
Key Accountabilities Project Planning & Delivery: Lead end-to-end management of data-related projects, including data migration, integration, analytics initiatives, data quality improvements, and regulatory reporting
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations
Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders
Stakeholder Management: Engage with business units such as underwriting, claims, actuarial, and sales to gather requirements and ensure alignment
Coordinate with IT, data teams, compliance, and external vendors to facilitate project execution
Provide regular updates and presentations to executive management and project sponsors
Team Leadership & Coordination: Lead cross-functional project teams, including data analysts, data engineers, IT specialists, and external consultants
Foster a collaborative environment that promotes best practices in project management and data governance
Data Governance & Quality: Ensure projects adhere to AXA’s data governance standards, privacy policies, and regulatory requirements
Implement data quality controls and validation processes as part of project deliverables
Risk & Issue Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies
Address project issues promptly to minimize impact on timelines and quality
Change Management & Training: Support change management initiatives related to new data systems or processes
Facilitate training and knowledge transfer to end-users and operational teams
Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track project KPIs, milestones, and deliverables
Prepare comprehensive reports and post-project reviews to evaluate success and lessons learned
Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on emerging data technologies, project management methodologies, and insurance industry best practices
Recommend process improvements to enhance project delivery efficiency
Key Stakeholders Internal Stakeholders Executive Leadership & Senior Management Chief Data Officer (CDO): Oversees data strategy and governance; ensures alignment of projects with overall data vision
Chief Technology and Transformation Officer (CTTO): Oversees the organization's technology architecture, infrastructure, and innovation initiatives, which directly impact data projects
Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Head of Operations: Interested in how data projects improve operational efficiency
Business Unit Heads (Underwriting, Claims, Actuarial, Sales, Customer Service): Provide requirements and expect solutions that support their functions
T&T Department / Data Engineering & Infrastructure Teams: Responsible for technical implementation, integration, and support
Data & Analytics Teams: Use data outputs for analysis, reporting, and decision-making
Compliance & Legal Teams: Ensure projects adhere to data privacy laws, industry regulations, and internal policies
Risk Management: Uses data for risk assessment and mitigation strategies
Operational Teams & End-Users Underwriters, Claims Adjusters, Actuaries, Customer Service Representatives, and Sales Teams who directly use the data solutions or reports
Project Support & Governance Bodies Project Steering Committees or Governance Boards that review project progress, approve budgets, and resolve escalations
Data Governance Committees overseeing data standards, quality, and compliance
External Stakeholders Regulators & Industry Bodies Regulatory agencies such as Insurance Commission (Philippines), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and data privacy authorities (e.g., National Privacy Commission)
External auditors conducting compliance checks
Vendors & Technology Partners Providers of data management, analytics, or project management tools and services (e.g., cloud providers, software vendors)
Consultants & Contractors External consultants or system integrators supporting project delivery, data migration, or system implementation
Customers & Policyholders Indirect stakeholders who benefit from improved service delivery, data security, and privacy assurance
Experience & Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Administration, or related field
PMP, Prince2, or other project management certifications highly preferred
Certifications in data management or analytics (e.g., CDMP, Microsoft Certified Data Analyst) are a plus
Experience: 8+ years of experience managing large-scale data projects in the insurance or financial services industry
Proven track record of delivering complex data transformation, reporting, and analytics projects
Experience working with insurance processes, products, or regulatory reporting is advantageous
Skills: Strong project management skills with proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies
Deep understanding of data architecture, data warehousing, ETL processes, and analytics tools
Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
Familiarity with data governance, privacy, and security standards
Core Competencies: Strategic Thinking & Planning Leadership & Team Management Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking Communication & Stakeholder Management Adaptability & Change Management Attention to Detail & Quality Orientation Results-Driven & Deadline-Oriented At AXA, each person matters
We perform at our best knowing the positive impact we make as valuable partners for our customers and the communities we belong to
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