Product Structurer (Italian Speaking)

About AXA MPS Financial

AXA MPS Financial is an Irish-regulated life insurance company operating in the Italian market under the Freedom to Provide Services regime, primarily through a broad network of banks. Founded in 1999 in Dublin, it specializes in Unit and Index Linked insurance products and since 2007 has been part of the AXA MPS Joint Venture, with full ownership by AXA MPS Assicurazioni Vita S.p.A. As of January 1, 2014, it forms part of the AXA ITALIA insurance group registered under number 041.

Position Mission & Main Responsibilities

• Assist the Product team by generating and analyzing new product ideas.
• Oversee and coordinate the development and launch of new insurance products, collaborating with both internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Continuously enhance tranche product offerings by working closely with asset managers and investment banks to define investment characteristics.
• Create and update catalogs for tranche products, presenting them to distributors.
• Manage communication and partnerships with external IT providers regarding product launches and specialized projects.
• Provide internal support by explaining investment features of new products, aiding commercial message formulation, supplying data for actuarial and risk analysis, and assisting in drafting contractual documents.
• Support investment analysts in setting and reviewing investable fund selections for both new and current products.
• Lead the implementation of Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and taxonomy regulations; facilitate the evolution towards enhanced ESG integration and contribute to sustainable product development.
• Aid other AXA Italy entities in launching new products and maintaining existing offerings.

Key Performance Indicators

• Manage and strengthen relationships with all stakeholders involved in product development, including internal teams, distributors, investment banks, fund managers, and service providers.
• Comprehend the needs of stakeholders and translate them into feasible investment strategies.
• Lead activities related to product development and identify opportunities for improvements in existing products.
• Contribute to shaping the overall product offering strategy, support group-wide initiatives, and participate in cross-functional projects.
• Deliver results on projects as assigned by the Investment Manager.

Key Stakeholders

• Internal: CIO, Head of Distribution, CEO, Product, Distribution, Actuarial, Risk Management, and Compliance teams, and AXA Italy subsidiary.
• External: Service Providers including MPS CIB, Custodian, third-party Asset Managers, FNZ, and BMPS Network.

Profile, Skills & Competencies

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Economics or Finance.
• Advanced qualifications such as a Master's degree or investment certifications are highly desirable.
• Understanding of financial markets and product development within insurance or asset management fields.
• Between zero and two years of hands-on experience in investment or product engineering roles within insurance, banking, or asset management sectors.

Knowledge Required

• Strong understanding of financial markets and instruments, particularly OTC derivatives, EMIR regulations, and mutual fund operations.
• Familiarity with Unit Linked and protected products design and management.
• Awareness of pertinent Italian and Irish regulations relating to life insurance products.

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Fluency in both Italian and English, with excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Superior interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Solid quantitative and analytical capabilities.
• Highly autonomous, accountable, able to manage pressure, meticulously detail-oriented, and focused on results.