AXA Graduate Programme

Emily Duncan

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Who are AXA?

The World’s Largest Insurance Brand

Present in 56 countries 95 million clients worldwide

214,000 Employees

AXA UK comprises of 4 operating companies:- AXA Wealth

- AXA PPP Healthcare

- AXA Insurance One of Britain’s Best Green Companies- AXA Ireland

Industry Recognised - 15th in Sunday Times Best Big Companies to Work For (2011)- 29th in Brand Finance’s Global 500 (2010)- 9th Largest Company in the World by revenue

- Twice size of BMW- Three times bigger than Microsoft- Over 5 times the size of Apple- And six times bigger than Coca-Cola

Value their People – Invest hugely in Graduates through numerous programmes

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Background

The Situation

Diverse Experience

Global Organisation

Develop core skills

Add real value

Stretch myself

Supportive environment

What was I looking for?

AXA Business Graduate Programme

Graduate

The Right Fit

Career Progression

• 2 Year Programme• 3x 8 month placements across UK• Competitive salary package• Regular bonus + pay reviews• Support from a buddy and mentor• Discounted company products• Sports and social events

Unsure over exact career path

Varied employment/work experience

Own Research

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AXA Business Graduate Scheme

Stakeholder/Relationship ManagementCommunicationPeople & CultureChange management

Consultative skills:- Questioning and listening tech- Problem diagnosis/solution- Persuading and influencing- Logical data analysis/research- Presentation skills

Placement 2: International Strategy Consultant, AXA PPP International

• Support the development of PPP International strategy• Lead and support the development/formulation of new market entries• Engage and align the business behind International strategy

Placement 3: TBC

What will you learn? Any surprises? What happens post-scheme?

Placement 1: Project Manager, AXA Wealth

• Led and managed key projects• Online Community Marketing• External Consultancy • Organisational Development • HR Recruitment

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Find out more at:

www.axa.co.uk/graduates

Any Questions?