<p>AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Head of Talent Acquisition, Americas United States At AXA XL, we are transforming Human Resources. To keep AXA XL moving fast, fast forward, HR is changing our systems, processes and policies to help our clients attract, engage, develop and retain the best talent globally. We are looking to bring on board a passionate Human Resources professional to help us in our journey. As a key member of the Americas HR leadership team, the Head of Talent Acquisition for the Americas will shape and execute a forward-looking talent strategy that drives business growth, fosters innovation, and positions AXA XL as an employer of choice across the region. This role is pivotal in translating business ambitions into a talent ecosystem that sustains opportunistic advantage in a dynamic marketplace. What you'll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Align Talent Strategy with Business Vision: Develop and lead a comprehensive, region-specific talent acquisition roadmap that supports AXA XL's growth ambitions, market positioning, and transformation initiatives. Ensure talent plans are integrated into long-term business strategies, including diversification, digital transformation, and geographic expansion per business growth. Cultivate a Future-Ready Workforce: Drive innovative talent sourcing and pipeline development, emphasizing early talent engagement. Leverage market insights, workforce analytics, and AI to anticipate talent needs, reduce time-to-fill, and enhance talent quality. Transform Candidate and Stakeholder Experience: Champion a world-class employer brand and experience that attracts top-tier talent. Build strategic partnerships with educational institutions, industry associations, and community organizations to elevate our employer value proposition (EVP) and ensure a sustainable talent pipeline. Leadership Development & Internal Mobility: Promote internal talent mobility and career development initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and agility. Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Talent Management, and leaders to develop succession plans and internal talent pathways aligned with future business needs. Build a High-Impact Talent Acquisition Organization: Lead, develop, and empower a strategic, metrics-driven recruiting team capable of responding rapidly to changing business priorities. Embed best practices, innovative sourcing techniques, and data-driven decision-making to ensure operational excellence. Influence and Partner at the Executive Level: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, translating business objectives into effective talent solutions. Collaborate across HR and business units to shape workforce planning, talent forecasting, and workforce optimization strategies. Market & Industry Insight: Maintain a pulse on industry trends, dynamic talent landscapes, and regulatory environments across the Americas. Provide actionable insights and recommendations to mitigate talent risks and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Enhance Employment Brand & EVP: Lead regional efforts to articulate and activate AXA XL's employer brand, ensuring it reflects our corporate purpose, values, and strategic priorities. Use innovative channels and storytelling to engage diverse talent pools. Data & Metrics-Driven Decision Making: Establish KPIs and advanced analytics to measure recruitment effectiveness, diversity outcomes, and candidate experience. Use insights to continuously refine talent acquisition strategies and demonstrate contribution to business growth. Legal & Ethical Leadership: Maintain rigorous adherence to local employment laws and ethical standards, embedding compliance into every aspect of recruitment practices. You will report to the Chief Human Resources Officer, Americas with a matrix reporting line into the Global Head of Talent Management and Employee Experience. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Proven experience leading talent acquisition within complex, matrix, global organizations, ideally in financial services or insurance. Demonstrated success in devising and executing talent strategies aligned with enterprise-wide objectives. Experience managing high-performing teams and executing senior-level recruitment initiatives across all levels of the organization. Track record of transforming candidate experience and employer branding into strategic assets. Expertise in market intelligence, workforce analytics, and proactive pipeline development. Outstanding collaboration skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and foster cross-functional partnerships. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with leading ATS and CRM systems. Deep knowledge of legal, compliance, and regulatory considerations across the Americas. Experience in innovating early career recruitment strategies. Willingness to travel as needed to build regional relationships and attend key talent events. 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 and 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 Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. 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 Sustainability at AXA XL. The U.S. base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $250,000 USD. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual's skills, experience and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues' pay. At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL's benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025. 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</p>