Apprenticeship %7C Internal Financial Controller %7C October 2025

We are looking for our next Internal Financial Controller apprentice as of September 2025 and for 12 months at our AXA Headquarters!

Location: 25 avenue Matignon, 8th arrondissement Paris.

As a leading global insurance company, we prioritize human progress by safeguarding what matters most. Join our team of 150,000 professionals in an innovative and challenging environment.

AXA Headquarters brings together the group's corporate activities and oversees global entities, ensuring strategic coordination and compliance with standards, as well as consistency in commercial approaches.

Within AXA SA Risk Management, you will join the Operational Risk & Internal Control team as Internal Financial Controller.

What You’ll Do

1. Contribute to 2nd line control activities collaborating with Operational Risk & Internal Controllers to provide independent opinions on the design and operating effectiveness of controls:
1. on a selection of key activities and processes to be covered in 2025-2026 Internal Control Plan (e.g., Finance, Reinsurance, Technology…)
2. on AXA SA Internal Model Validation for its Solvency II capital requirements reporting to the Group for FY25
3. for AXA SA Sustainability reporting in the context of CSRD directive for FY25
2. Monitor performance and reporting of key controls by 1st line managers to ensure timeliness per Group deadlines
3. Participate in workshops with control and business functions to review controls and monitor the risk mitigating action plans
4. Support and contribute to Operational Risk reviews through workshops with first lines

Who You Are

1. Master's degree (BAC+5) in Business Administration, specializing in Finance / Risk Management / Audit & Control
2. Experience in risk management / internal control, ideally in the insurance sector; knowledge in (re)insurance business and Solvency II regulation and practices is a plus
3. Fluent in French, proficient in English (C1 at least both in writing and speaking)
4. Proven high reliability, quality, and timeliness of deliverables
5. Ability to work autonomously as well as in a team
6. Proficient writing and communication skills (delivery of presentations, documentation)

We encourage you to apply even if you do not fully meet all the qualifications listed. At AXA, we believe that diversity is the wealth of our company. We ensure equal skills-based application review and accommodate specific needs.

What We Offer

1. An international work environment - over 45 nationalities present on site!
2. State of the art office spaces in the heart of Paris with remote work allowed.
3. 60% reimbursement of Navigo pass • Generous Inter-Company Committee.
4. Company restaurant and meal vouchers.
5. And most importantly: a valuable experience within an active Early Talent community!

During the recruitment process, feel free to inform the recruiters about any specific adjustments you may need for your job.