Construction Design Management & Safety Manager
AXA UK, Maidstone, England, United Kingdom
We have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Construction Design Management and Safety Manager. If you’re passionate about building safety, legislation and making a tangible impact, this could be an excellent opportunity for you. As a Construction Design Management and Safety Manager you’ll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our operations and stakeholders.
You’ll design and implement robust processes aligned with CDM and health and safety legislation, ensuring compliance across our Claims Operations Teams and partner functions. Your expertise will help shape our policies, support high‑value building claims, and represent AXA in industry forums, all while ensuring our commitment to safety and regulatory excellence.
At AXA we work smart; this role is non‑office based meaning you can predominantly work from home or, if in a field‑based role, you’ll travel to visit offices or client sites as required.
What you’ll be doing
* Design and document relevant requirements and processes of CDM and Health and Safety legislation that could arise within our internal Claims Operations Teams and with our Supplier functions.
* Develop and enhance the control framework in relation to Building Claims compliance to Construction Design Management.
* Set up and conduct audits/reviews to ensure compliance and identify opportunities for improvement in relation to CDM and Health & Safety Regulations.
* Design, implement and test control processes that ensure AXA meets its legislative and regulatory obligations.
* Provide technical support and training to the internal Surveying Team, Claims handling teams including Desktop Validation and external Suppliers as appropriate.
* Lead complaint and dispute resolution, investigating sites to report and make recommendations as appropriate.
* Support the structural aspects of high‑value and complex building claims as appropriate, particularly in direct building repair networks.
What you’ll bring
* Chartered Member of IOSH membership is essential.
* Site Managers Safety Training Scheme, Asbestos Awareness Qualification would be highly beneficial.
* Previous construction and CDM experience with demonstrable expertise under CDM regulations.
* Knowledge and understanding of building challenges including contractor contract variations.
* Experience in managing and auditing supplies and contractors is an essential requirement.
* Highly organised, detail oriented and a creative approach to problem solving.
* Exposure to the insurance industry would be highly beneficial.
* Confidence in communicating findings to stakeholders.
Precondition of Employment
You must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.
What we offer
* Competitive annual salary depending on experience
* Annual company & performance‑based bonus
* Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)
* Life Assurance (up to 10× annual salary)
* Private medical cover
* 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave
* Wellbeing services & resources
* AXA employee discounts
How to apply
To apply, click on the ‘apply for this job’ button; you’ll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don’t 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, we’re proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For support, please email yasmin.conrad@axa‑uk.co.uk.
Who we are
AXA UK Support Functions power AXA’s three customer‑facing business units, providing the infrastructure, support and expertise to ensure our customers can always count on us.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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