Investor Reporting and Analysis Lead
Job Description
Investor Reporting and Analysis Lead – AXA XL Alternative Capital Stamford, CT, USA or London, UK Join our dynamic Alternative Capital team as a Lead Analytics Professional, supporting AXA XL’s innovative ILS transactions
This pivotal role offers the chance to shape our alternative capital platform, manage investor communications, drive analytics, and participate in the structuring and management of our alternative capital transactions, making a meaningful impact as AXA XL continues its journey to raise and manage private capital to support its growth ambition
What you’ll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include
Portfolio Construction & Management: Lead aspects of portfolio construction and management, within the mandate guidelines ensuring strategic alignment and operational efficiency
Oversight over collateral investment managers to ensure compliance with investment guidelines and as appropriate make tactical asset allocation decisions
Portfolio & Performance Analysis: Independently conduct portfolio analysis to proactively drive investor communications
Take ownership of ad-hoc analyses to address investor inquiries and other strategic needs
Develop and enhance frameworks for performance attribution, explaining drivers of transaction performance
Investor Reporting & Analytics: Lead preparation and delivery of investor reports for large alternative capital transactions
Develop comprehensive portfolio and risk analyses to produce advanced analytics and collaborate closely with the Alternative Capital finance team on investor financial statements
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with underwriters, actuaries, operations, and finance teams across AXA XL organization to gather data and deliver insightful analytics
Thought Leadership: Provide expert insights on catastrophe and other modeling, including quantitative and qualitative assessments of vendor models versus proprietary risk views
Lead assessment, recommendation and usage of risk quantification models
Transaction Support & Product Development: Support the structuring and execution of new ILS transactions, developing complex financial models to evaluate economics
Conduct due diligence for new investors and contribute to product innovation
Platform Development & Data Management: End to end project management and co-ownership to develop, enhance and maintain alternative capital platform
Manage data workflows, resolve data and system issues, and coordinate across teams within AXA XL to ensure seamless data processing, reporting, and communication
Maintain and improve analytics systems for ongoing use
Process Automation & Innovation: Drive automation initiatives, recommend AI-driven strategies, and implement innovative solutions to optimize processes and analytics capabilities
What you will bring We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, Sciences, Engineering, or related field; advanced degrees is a plus
Extensive experience in quantitative data analysis, with a foundation in mathematical concepts
Actuarial designation or progress toward one, or formal training / education in quantitative finance
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including macros, and programming experience in MATLAB, SQL, or similar languages
Ability to build complex financial models
Expertise in working with natural catastrophe vendor model outputs; implementation in a traditional reinsurer and ILS fund context is desirable
Innovative, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively
Entrepreneurial mindset with a growth-oriented approach and sense of accountability
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams and across time zones
Capable of articulating complex investment concepts and insights clearly and concisely to both internal colleagues and Investors
Effective engages with internal stakeholders across various levels, including senior managements and Investors
What we offer Inclusion 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 enables business growth and is critical to our success
That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and 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 Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity
AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security
It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do
We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence
Sustainability 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 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations
Our Pillars: 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
For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability
The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD $ 138,500-207,800 USD The England base salary range for this position is 89,500 GBP-123,000 GBP FP Who we are 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
Learn more at axaxl.com