About AXA: AXA is a global leader in insurance and financial services, dedicated to helping customers protect what matters most to them. As the sixth-largest insurance company in the world, we provide a wide range of services, including health, car, home, and business insurance. We support millions of customers worldwide, helping them navigate life's uncertainties with confidence. AXA UK Support Functions look after our three customer-facing business units, providing the infrastructure and expertise to make sure we can be there for our customers. Job overview: At AXA, were committed to delivering sustainable growth while ensuring cost efficiency and operational excellence. Our Finance team plays a crucial role in supporting strategic decision-making, managing costs, and driving value across our fast-moving health, retail, and commercial functions. We believe that strong financial partnerships and insightful analysis are the backbone of our success. As an Expense Analyst, youll be at the heart of our business, working closely with senior leaders and finance directors to deliver impactful cost management insights. Youll influence decision-making, support budget and forecast targets, and help embed a cost-conscious culture across key functions. This is a strategic role where your ability to turn data into compelling stories and influence at all levels will drive material improvements in our cost base and business outcomes. Key responsibilities: Build and maintain strong relationships with Finance Directors and senior leaders, providing expert expense partnering support that directly impacts growth, profitability, and customer service Influence leadership to embed a cost-conscious mindset, supplementing standard reports with ad-hoc insights and detailed analysis of the cost base Oversee monthly cost forums, presenting performance against budget, risks, opportunities, and key decision points for fast-moving functions Drive budget and forecast accuracy by leading reviews, challenging assumptions, and providing clear financial insights to support accountability Collaborate with teams to agree cost allocation drivers and ensure transparent, fair distribution of costs across channels, products, and activities Support change portfolio governance by tracking project costs, benefits, and delivery, providing early warning of underperforming initiatives and supporting course correction Lead reforecasting and reprioritisation efforts, ensuring agility in response to changing business needs and strategic priorities Manage approval forums for budget adjustments, investment funding, and cost-saving initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals Work arrangements: At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) in the future. Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events. Your skills & experience: Proven experience in cost management, budgeting, and forecasting within financial services or insurance Strong relationship builder with excellent negotiation, influencing, and presentation skills, capable of engaging senior leaders confidently Analytical mindset with the ability to turn complex data into clear, compelling insights that drive decision-making Business acumen and commercial awareness, with a proactive, solution-oriented attitude Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities effectively Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial data Experience working across functions and engaging with diverse stakeholders, including finance leaders and operational managers Proactive, energetic, and versatile approach with a focus on continuous improvement and value delivery As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom. How to apply: To apply, click on the apply now button, youll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and dont discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long-term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, were proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to martin.eels@axa-uk.co.uk. We encourage you to apply for this opportunity as soon as possible, as we may close this advert earlier than the listed closing date. #LI-Hybrid