IT Business Architect.

We are seeking a strategic and delivery-focused professional to join our Transformation Office. In this role, you will help shape and execute the IT and COO transformation agenda, translating strategic priorities into actionable initiatives and tangible business outcomes. Working closely with the COO Transformation Lead, Enterprise Architect, and senior stakeholders, you will drive transformation, strengthen governance, support innovation, and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality through technology and new ways of working. Your key responsabilities: Translate the IT and COO strategy into various transformation initiatives in line with business priorities & IT operational reality. Lead role in the Shape of all the IT and COO transformation initiatives Preparing and assisting in the pre-studies of the IT and COO vision to understand and clarify business needs, value, cost & IT delivery predictability by providing a people, process & tools view. Guide project teams once business architecture of a solution is defined. Assist in the definition of the One Pager and Multi-Year Transformation Plan Participate actively in governance processes to ensure adherence to architectural principles, security policies, and compliance requirements. Collaborate with the COO Transformation Lead and Enterprise Architect on strategic group initiatives, including cloud migration, system integrations, and technology adoption strategies. Serve as a strategic sounding board, validating ideas and strategies related to architecture, security, and emerging technologies to facilitate informed decision-making and innovative solutions. Capture and share critical enterprise knowledge, acting as a backup to ensure continuity and mitigate knowledge loss, especially during large migration or modernization projects. Scout and assess emerging transformational technologies, trends and capabilities, including efficiency, productivity and quality accelerators such as agentic AI and platform economies. Support the development and implementation of architectural processes, including design, review, and migration strategies, ensuring they align with organizational goals. Communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to senior management and technical teams. Contribute to developing the knowledge and skills of the entire Transformation Office by sharing experience, providing training, and fostering curiosity about innovation, digitalisation, security, and related topics. Qualifications: Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to structure and coordinate complex topics and initiatives, proactively identify challenges, and drive them through to resolution. Proven experience in transformation management, strategic project delivery, technology consulting or related roles with a track record of shaping complex cross-functional initiatives Experience translating strategic objectives into an actionable people, process & tools view including transformation roadmaps with value & cost dimensions. Understanding of IT operating models, transformation methodologies, and organizational change management practices Understanding of emerging technologies and digital trends, including AI, agentic AI, automation, digital workplaces, and productivity-enhancing solutions. Ability to identify and incorporate data assets, data quality requirements & data products into business architecture Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly. Familiarity with architectural governance, security standards, data privacy, and compliance regulations. Experience supporting large-scale transformation initiatives, such as enterprise-wide technology deployments or organizational operating model transformations is a plus. Join Us: If you are passionate about driving transformation, turning strategy into action, and leveraging technology and innovation to create business value, we encourage you to apply. Join a dynamic team that is shaping the future of COO through strategic initiatives, continuous improvement, and forward-thinking solutions. AXA aims to be a reflection of the diverse society in which we live and has therefore been pursuing a policy of active diversity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunities for many years. In this context, we guarantee equal treatment and access to recruitment, regardless of age, origin, cultural background, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or other characteristics. AXA Belgium We are more than 3000 employees, partnering with 3200 brokers, located in our modern offices in Brussels, Antwerp, Eupen, and Liège. We are serving 3 million customers, and we are proud to be the number 1 car insurer. It is our ambition to not only be a payer but rather a real partner for our customers. Our four core values drive us every day to give our best for our customers while collaborating effectively with our colleagues: Customer First, Integrity, Courage, and One AXA. At AXA, we reject unfair or unlawful discrimination in any form. More info in our Diversity & Inclusion Policy. What we offer A nice reward for your work An attractive salary, supplemented with discretionary personal and collective bonuses and of course, meal and eco vouchers, the full reimbursement of public transport, and a cafeteria plan. The benefits of working at an insurance company From group to hospitalization insurance and ambulatory care (family members can also join at an advantageous rate) and with up to 30% discount on all additional insurance products. A job that respects your personal life and dreams A flexible schedule of 35 hours per week, 36 days of leave per year to recharge, as well as the option to work partially from home. You will benefit from sports classes at work, employee wellness programs and trainings, to keep you in great shape, both physically and mentally.