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Welcome to the AXA UK Newsroom. Here you'll find press releases, information on our public affairs activity, financial results, reports and publications, and consulation responses.

AXA launches new digital claims solution to transform the customer journey

Innovation

4 August 2021

AXA has launched STeP, a new digital claims solution delivering straight-through processing to transform the motor insurance customer journey and offer greater choice in how customers interact with AXA.

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AXA puts recruitment under the microscope to improve diversity and inclusion

People

21 July 2021

AXA has audited its recruitment practices across 12 candidate journey touchpoints through seven diversity and inclusion lenses, driving meaningful change and championing inclusive hiring to attract the very best talent.

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AXA UK rolls out machine learning tool to streamline complex property claims

Innovation

20 July 2021

AXA UK has launched BETSIE, a machine learning tool that streamlines complex property claims triaging, improving accuracy, reducing costs, and accelerating resolution for customers and claims handlers alike.

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AXA announces Startup Angel competition winners

Partnerships

14 July 2021

AXA’s Startup Angels have selected two winning startups to help kick-start their business journeys. Each startup will receive £25,000 of funding, AXA business insurance cover, as well as mentoring and support from the three Startup Angels.

Claudio Gienal, Chief Executive Officer, AXA UK and Ireland
Claudio Gienal named in Glassdoor's 2021 Top CEO list

People

16 June 2021

AXA UK&I's Chief Executive Officer, Claudio Gienal, has been named in Glassdoor's 2021 Top CEO list, based on anonymous reviews submitted by current and former employees.

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AXA and Teach First partner to build a resilient generation

Partnerships

2 June 2021

AXA partners with Teach First to deliver its Head Coaches programme, training 150 teachers and pastoral leaders to become Youth Mental Health First Aid Champions for disadvantaged pupils.

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AXA launches Startup Angel competition to help new businesses get started

Partnerships

17 May 2021

AXA launches its Startup Angel competition, giving two startup businesses the chance to win £25,000 in funding, business insurance cover and a year of expert mentoring.

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AXA and Liverpool FC players host virtual fitness class

Partnerships

12 May 2021

AXA, Official Training Partner to Liverpool FC, has launched the LFC Challenge, a free 15-minute virtual workout led by players from both the men's and women's teams.

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Driving professional standards: AXA's focus at BIBA 2021 Digital Conference

People

12 May 2021

AXA XL launches a new 8-week UK Broker Academy and AXA Commercial enhances its Broker Learning Zone, both aimed at driving professional standards across the commercial insurance industry.