Cynthia AXA Graduate AXA Global Graduate Program 2016 www.axa.com/graduates
Contents Welcome 02 Who we are 03 Our Global Graduate Program 04 What graduates mean to our business 05 Meet Gabriel 06 Where you could work 07 Meet Dannae 08 What you need to succeed 09 The application process 09 Meet Zachary 10 Hints and tips 11 Do you ever wonder What if? What is next? Can you see the opportunities? The possibilities? The never-been-done, the whatcould-be? Then you are just the type of person we are looking for. Welcome to AXA. We are a global leader in insurance and asset management. And we are transforming our business so that we can protect people better. But to make change happen, we need the brightest and most curious of minds. Graduates who will dare to question. Graduates who are willing to make change happen. So are you ready for an amazing experience? Where you will be inspired, developed. Where you will be encouraged to constantly challenge, for the better. Ready? Let s go. 02 Ellie AXA Graduate
Who we are We help millions of people around the world to live more confidently each day, by protecting them, their families and their properties against risk, and by managing their savings and assets. On our Global Graduate Program, your challenge will be to make us an even better, stronger, more innovative financial services company but what sort of foundations will you be building on? We re a big business We are the first insurance brand for the seventh consecutive year * We are one of the world s leading asset managers (AXA IM and Alliance Bernstein ranked in the Top 50 Asset Managers 2015 ) **** We call 59 countries home. ** We serve 103 million customers worldwide. ** We work with 161,000 talented colleagues. ** With big hearts We are investing millions in helping communities in India and Thailand adapt to climate change and disaster risk reduction projects mainly in Latin America. ** We have invested 131 million through AXA Research Fund to support 449 research projects. ** In one year alone, we put 15 million in 44 projects researching air safety, air pollution and human health, coastal risks and big data and privacy. ** Over the next five years, we ll be offering at least 20,000 youth with the opportunity to gain professional experience (internships, apprenticeships and other employment opportunities) as well as helping to increase employability with expert advice. In 2014 77,000 AXA employees dedicated their time to give back during our corporate responsibility week. *** We have invested 748 million in green assets. ** And big plans for the future We were the first insurance company to open a Lab in Silicon Valley. From building closer relationships with our customers to attracting bright new talent, we are working with some of the world s biggest social networks. We are investing in local companies, providing better protection for women; even improving road safety in some of the world s fastestgrowing economies. *Source: 2015 Interbrand ranking **Source: AXA Group At A Glance 2015 ***Source: AXA.com Corporate Responsibility Week ****Source: www.ipe.com/uploads/2015/06/16/c/l/l/ipe-top-400- List-2015.pdf) 03 Robin AXA Graduate
Our Global Graduate Program The AXA Global Graduate Program is designed to give you the support and opportunities you need to become a leader at AXA. The program lasts on average two years but your experience could be shorter or longer it depends where you are based and what you are doing. But wherever you are in the world, and whichever department you specialise in, you can expect to challenge and be challenged as you develop into an expert in your area, on a learning journey that is unique to you. Rewarding and challenging jobs What can you expect on the AXA Global Graduate Program? Unique opportunities to develop your skills The possibility of rotations - locally and/or internationally * * Please refer to the job description for the role on our site you are interested in for further details regarding rotations. A unique learning journey We will take you on a fantastic learning journey which will be just the beginning of your AXA career. 1. Welcome and induction: Understand AXA s business globally and locally. Get to know your team and your department. 2. Field experience: Hands-on exposure which will give you a real understanding of our clients, products and distribution channels. 3. Global Graduate Camp: Three days at one of AXA s global locations where you will gain a global overview of AXA, network with top management and with your peers. * Terry AXA Graduate 4. Ongoing development: Enhance your leadership skills by being mentored by a senior leader and by being a reverse mentor. ** Strengthen your technical skills through learning programs that are in line with your individual development needs. Continue to network with your global graduate community. *Some exceptions may apply. ** Selection to be a reverse mentor is based on motivation/interest and a light selection process. More to give, more to gain Be exposed to and network with a global senior Executive during key moments on the program. Give back to the community by being involved in Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. Beyond the Program The AXA Global Graduate Program provides you with a great start to your career. So what happens when it finishes? You can choose to continue to develop your career in the same department or try a new department, depending on your career aspirations and business needs. You will have access to our Learning@AXA program catalogue too, where you will be able to further deepen your expertise and leadership skills. We offer global benefits such as: attractive remuneration, share grants and opportunities to attend world-class leadership programs. Last year s Global Graduate Camp in Paris brought together 70 graduates from 13 countries, 7 departments and 17 diverse AXA businesses. It was an amazing week. 04
What graduates mean to our business At AXA, identifying high potential talent is something we consider critical as we continue to build and prepare the company for the future. Through this program, we want to attract talent who will be able to help us achieve our business challenges and become our future executives. I invite you to apply to the AXA Global Graduate Program and discover a world of possibilities. Henri de Castries, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, AXA Group AXA s aim is to foster a safer and stronger society over the long term. The AXA Global Graduate Program is a unique opportunity to start your career and your journey towards top management positions through challenging job opportunities, exposure to an international environment and also to senior management. Jean-Christophe Ménioux, Chief Executive Officer, AXA Global Life 05 Elena AXA Graduate
Meet Gabriel Previous AXA Graduate Currently in France Three things from Gabriel 1 Going beyond my comfort zone I went to South Korea for my second assignment. The big challenge was adapting and fast. But for me, that was part of the reason for wanting to work in a new country: to go out of my comfort zone. 2 A manager, early on Right now, I am working as a manager in AXA Global Direct France, in the Technical Division. Yes, it is quite unusual to be a manager so early on but I believe that I showed the skills and qualities needed and my managers trusted me and gave me this chance. 3 Let s do this I love running. Sometimes when I am running I see this mountain in front of me. You need to climb it and you are just at the bottom and it is like Okay, let s do this. And it is the same in my work. I want to make things better, I want our processes to be faster, more responsive. See and hear more from Gabriel at www.axa.com/graduates 06 Gabriel AXA Graduate
Departments We look for talented graduates to join us in a wide variety of departments. Finance Join Finance and you will engineer and refine the strategies and processes that keep our global and local businesses running profitably and to the highest regulatory standards. Risk Management You will be part of a world-class team as you identify, analyze and quantify everything from natural disasters and pandemics to product and financial risk. Actuarial Focusing on the financial and insurance risks that face our business, graduates here apply and analyze complex models to give us insight into everything we do be that pricing a new product or predicting customer behavior. Marketing We ve been ranked the number one insurance brand in the world for six years running now an achievement that s as much down to the quality, clarity and creativity of our advertising campaigns and multi-channel strategies, as it is our great products and well-managed risk. IT We have recently opened our own innovation lab and we are committed shaping the latest mobile, digital and social insurance products for our customers. Technology is a big focus for us, and we are always looking for passionate people to be part of our digital future. Where you could work Data The Data Scientist is a data-driven problem solver who tries to make discoveries from data. What sets the data scientist apart is strong business acumen, coupled with the ability to communicate findings to both business and IT leaders in a way that can influence how an organization approaches a business challenge. She/he is backed by three pillars: statistics, computer science and business understanding. HR HR graduates learn how to get the right people in the right place at the right time. You will come to understand learning and development, behavioral competencies and rewards and benefits and that is just the start. Asset Management We manage the assets of the AXA Group and those of third-party clients from institutional investors to high net worth clients. You will learn to understand and analyze the needs, constraints and expectations of investors, and develop products which address client s specific situation and risk aversion level. Locations We offer young graduates the possibility to join our company all over the world. You could become part of the team in the US, the UK, France, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia...and many more! To see our exciting opportunities, please visit: www.axa.com/graduates Sales and Distribution Our flexible business operations model offers an incredible variety of opportunities and areas to work in. You could, for example, find yourself working to develop our distribution strategy with Marketing and Product development teams. Or analysing client needs, or advising on product and promotion strategies. To find out more about the opportunities available in our departments, visit www.axa.com/en/careers/your-job-at-axa The way we manage operational, financial and insurance risk is ranked among the best in the world by Standard & Poor s. * * http://www.axa.com/lib/axa/uploads/ratings/2014/sp_pr_20140526.pdf 07
Meet Dannae AXA Graduate Currently in France Three things from Dannae 1 Mexico Madrid Paris Home is Mexico but I started working as an intern with AXA in Madrid, Spain. After nine months on the internship, my manager talked to me and the opportunities available on the Global Graduate Program. I applied there and then! 2 Big challenges, big data My first big piece of work in Paris was a transversal Big Data project which involved entities from Asia, Europe and the UK. It was awesome to interact with these people, and learn from them, so early in the program. 3 An amazing mentor My mentor is my previous manager from Madrid. I am confident talking to him about everything and anything which is great especially as my family are in Mexico. If I am having a hard time with a particular piece of work, I know I can talk to him and he will help me. See and hear more from Dannae at www.axa.com/graduates 08 Dannae AXA Graduate
What you need to succeed The application process We look for people who want to challenge and be challenged. Talented, ambitious individuals who can lead change, be a vital part of our team and deliver great results, for us and for our customers. We want to work with inquisitive minds and creative thinkers. Those who have a strong grasp of technology and who know how to apply it. That is because we will be looking to you for ideas that will change the financial world and improve the way we care for our customers. Customer-focused and great with people, you will be the type of person who builds relationships quickly and works well with individuals from every level of our business and every imaginable background. Academically, you will have proven your ability to work hard with a minimum of a Bachelor degree. Some positions may require a Master degree so please ensure that you check our site for more details (www.axa.com/graduates). And we are also keen to hear from people with relevant professional experience. On our website you can learn more about AXA, our locations and the different roles we have available. For more up-to-date information regarding the application process and the deadlines make sure to visit our website regularly. Key steps: 1. Visit our site (www.axa.com/graduates). 2. Select the country you are interested in from the section Opportunities Available. 3. Follow the application process detailed in the job description or link under the country and department you have chosen. Whatever the application process, when it comes to interview you can expect to meet with our local HR team and managers relevant to your role. You may also be asked to complete extra tasks or activities, like creating a business case or attending an assessment center. Take the first step towards challenging everything at www.axa.com/graduates 09 Serena AXA Graduate
Meet Zachary AXA Graduate Currently in Hong Kong Three things from Zachary 1 A global community AXA Hong Kong is much like the city itself: very dynamic with a strong multi-cultural community. Colleagues from different countries bring their own experiences and working styles. We all learn from each other and help each other to be better. 2 A new challenge in a new country AXA has the resources and ability to provide incredible opportunities for its graduates. My next assignment will be in Paris a new city, a new country, a new opportunity to broaden my knowledge. 3 Actuaries explained What does an actuary do? We help the business make sense out of data by analysing historical trends, determining the likelihood of risks and designing statistical models models which enable AXA to make sound decisions and develop the right kind of insurance products for customers. See and hear more from Zachary at www.axa.com/graduates 10 Zachary AXA Graduate
Hints and tips Although we are a big business, we know it is the little things that matter. So we have pulled together some tips to help you shine in your application. Take note of the application deadline for the roles you are interested in. They are likely to vary between countries and jobs, and we do not want you to miss out. Double-check your spelling in everything you send us, particularly when it comes to CVs and cover letters. Always be yourself and tell the truth, both in your CV and during the interview. Before your interview think about the skills listed in the job description. Try and remember a situation where you have used those skills it might be a university project, an internship or other professional experience then think of the action you took and the result you achieved. Be enthusiastic! We want to meet young people who are passionate and interested in working with us. Personalize Your Motivation! When writing your cover letter make sure you do some research on the company and the role you are applying for. It is important to show why you are the perfect fit and what you can bring to our business. Follow us: Discover AXA @DiscoverAXA AXA 11 Chirag AXA Graduate