Joanne Baker
About Joanne Baker
Joanne Baker serves as the Head of Total Rewards at AXA XL, where she has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in benefits and compensation, she previously held senior roles at MasterCard and XL Catlin, contributing to governance frameworks and enhancing employee experiences.
Work at AXA XL
Joanne Baker currently holds the position of Head of Total Rewards at AXA XL, a division of AXA, since 2020. In this role, she oversees the total rewards strategy, which includes compensation, benefits, and employee mobility programs. Prior to this position, she served as the Global Head of Benefits and Mobility at AXA XL starting in 2018. Her responsibilities include enhancing employee experience and productivity through effective benefits and compensation strategies.
Previous Experience at MasterCard
Joanne Baker worked at MasterCard for a decade, holding various senior roles. She served as Senior Vice President from 2005 to 2015, where she was a trusted resource for the CEO and executive team. Her roles included SVP of Global Compensation & Benefits from 2005 to 2009 and SVP of Global Workforce Programs from 2009 to 2015. During her tenure, she implemented a governance framework that ensured compliance with government requirements while aligning with company needs.
Career at XL Catlin
At XL Catlin, Joanne Baker served as the Global Head of Benefits from 2017 to 2021. In this role, she focused on enhancing productivity and improving employee experience through effective negotiation tactics in benefits, compensation, and mobility programs. She collaborated with various teams, including HR Operations, Legal, and Finance, to develop advanced delivery systems and programs.
Educational Background
Joanne Baker holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Mount Saint Vincent, which she attended from 1974 to 1978. She also earned a Master of Arts in Applied Physiology from Columbia University, studying there from 1979 to 1982. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in total rewards and human resources.
Early Career at NYNEX
Joanne Baker began her career at NYNEX, where she worked for 18 years from 1979 to 1997. She progressed from Assistant Manager to Director of Benefits during her time there. This early experience contributed to her extensive knowledge and expertise in employee benefits and compensation.