JOB SUMMARYThe role rolls up to the corporate/ business strategy head, and will be primarily responsible to design, detail, execute and project manage initiatives in the distribution team with focus on Agency channel.The person will responsible for working with and/ or leading cross functional teams across the distribution, digital and operational functions to execute projects. This individual will work closely with the senior management team and will help identify, prioritize initiatives and de-bottleneck roadblocks to achieve them.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead completion of field rhythms. Completion of HO review cadence to support field execution. Completion of performance culture rhythmsMonthly execution of outbound communications for recruitment training,Program manage initiativesDesign of appropriate design interventions (in weekly design review) of HO led execution initiativesProject execution:

Drive projects in Build operate transfer mode.Program management:

Drive collaboration with other departments, to ensure seamless execution of strategic initiativesChange management:

Lead and support change initiatives, ensuring the organization's ability to adapt to evolving market conditions and strategic prioritiesCross-functional conflict resolution:

Drive collaboration with other departments, to ensure seamless execution of strategic initiativesDistribution

– Identify opportunities in existing business models. Define projects, design and execute to deliver growth.Challenger role:

Play key role in challenging status quo representing CEO office to drive performance,



execution and sales planCategory creation : Assess and evaluate opportunities to create new product categories to cover white spaces or emerging opportunities in the marketEncourage innovation : Exploring current business models, technologies, and approaches to maintain a competitive edge.Strategic plan : Support development and execution of the company's strategic plan. Continuously contribute to assess and refine the strategic roadmapMarket analysis

– Participate in discussions within the industry, leverage market research companies, to identify growth opportunities, competitive threats, and market trends. Provide insights to inform strategic decision-making.Lead high performing team : Support recruitment activities, mentor, train and engage team membersTeam leadership:

Mentor strategy team members, provide guidance and support. Promote a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.Conduct comprehensive research, internal and external discussions, and discussions with market players to develop POV / possible solutions.Provide guidance to cross-functional teams, ensuring that strategic initiatives are aligned with the company's goals /objectivesLead cross functional team agendas (distribution, products, digital,



technology, finance, legal) to formulate strategic options, evaluate selected options and make recommendations on decisions involving investments or decisions, comprehensively to senior management along with program leaders.Identify new age distribution opportunities, design business case and drive pilot success leading to expansion

MEASURES OF SUCCESSLearning and continuous effort to perfect usage of template problem solving techniques, statistical tools and logics.Successful archival of knowledge and dissemination of it across business functionsPositive feedback and appreciation from business owners and decision makers.Demonstrated quantitative benefits of analytical solutions and their application in everyday business of the organization and achievement of project measures of success or the ROI signed off by shareholders / Board

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEMBA with 12 - 15 years of experiencePrior experience in consulting / corporate strategy/ agency distribution strategy roles will be an advantageShould have been involved in project execution – preferably in product creation / management, distribution channelsProficient in MS Excel, Power-point, Data Interpretation; conversant with Quantitative as well as Qualitative Analytical methods to cull out actionable insightsLife insurance or broader Financial Services experience preferredShould have managed consulting teams (3-6 member teams) and worked on multiple client engagement projects (preferably in parallel)

📌 Assistant Vice President - Business Strategy (Mumbai)
🏢 Axis Max Life Insurance
📍 Mumbai