Xavier Güell
About Xavier Güell
Xavier Güell serves as the Global Head of Talent & Employee Experience at AXA XL, where he manages a budget of €8 million for initiatives across 28 countries. With over 15 years of international human resources experience, he has held various roles at AXA and has a strong educational background in management and human resources.
Current Role at AXA XL
Xavier Güell serves as the Global Head of Talent & Employee Experience at AXA XL, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads a team responsible for talent and employee experience initiatives across 28 countries. He manages a budget of €8 million dedicated to these initiatives, focusing on enhancing employee engagement and organizational culture.
Previous Experience at AXA
Prior to his current role, Xavier Güell held several positions at AXA. He worked as the Group Simplification Program manager from 2017 to 2019 in the Paris Area. His earlier roles included Senior HR Business Partner in AXA US, Chief of Staff to the AXA Group Head of HR, and Head of HR, Legal and Compliance for AXA Luxembourg & AXA Wealth Europe. His extensive experience at AXA spans over a decade and includes various leadership positions.
Educational Background
Xavier Güell holds a master's degree from TBS Education, where he studied Management, Marketing, Finances, Accounting, and International Business from 1999 to 2002. He also studied at Vlerick Business School, completing the Global Reward Management Programme focused on Human Resources Management and Services. Additionally, he has studied at Université Toulouse 1 Capitole, earning a Diploma in English for economics and communication and a 'DEUG' in Economics.
Language Proficiency
Xavier Güell is fluent in three languages: French, English, and Spanish. This multilingual capability enhances his effectiveness in international human resources roles, allowing him to communicate and collaborate across diverse teams and cultures.
Professional Affiliations
Since 2023, Xavier Güell has been a member of the APM - Association Progrès du Management, specifically within the Paris Ponant club. This affiliation reflects his commitment to professional development and engagement within the management community.