Executive Assistant (m/f/d) to Head of Group Operations, Organization and Data at Allianz SE

Key Skills

Analytical and Problem solving, Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Finance, IT, Microsoft Office suites, Operations, Planning and organization, Sales

Job Description

Who will you be joining?

You will join the dynamic Group Operations, Organization and Data (GOOD) team at Allianz's global headquarters where we're at the forefront of shaping the strategic agenda for Allianz Group in the area of insurance Operations, Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI). You will work with team whose purpose is to drive substantial value for our business by fuelling future growth, enhancing productivity, and catalysing data-driven transformation and decision-making.

How can you make an impact?

As Executive Assistant to the Head of Group Operations, Organization and Data, you will work closely with senior management team to deliver on the priorities and strategic ambitions in the department's area of responsibility. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Interface between senior management and key stakeholders within and outside of the Allianz Group (operating entities, board offices, group center offices, etc.) 
• Support senior management decision-making, monitoring and reporting utilizing modern techniques such as OKRs or similar
• Prepare meetings, presentations and analysis for senior management
• Prepare internal communications
• Coordinate and prepare of senior management meetings, committees, conferences and other internal and external events
• Act as a project manager for selected strategic projects

What are you made of?

Minimum Qualifications: 

• 3-5 years professional work experience in a relevant function, consulting or project management
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills 
• Fluency in English 
• Very sharp analytic and conceptual skills, ability to frame issues, structured thinking, and derive key messages and actions 
• Proven experience in an international environment with excellent cross-cultural skills 
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail 
• Pro-active and independent working style with a can-do attitude and the ability to deliver high-quality results, even under time pressure 
• Confidence in daily interaction with senior management 
• High level of reliability, resilience, and commitment
• Previous experience in business related functions (e.i. Sales, Operations, Claims, Underwriting, Investment Management, Asset Management, Consulting, Product Development, Finance, Market Management, Digital / Tech etc.) is a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong academic track record with relevant studies e.g., in Business Administration, Finance, Insurance, Information Technology ( i.e. Data Science) 
• Solid understanding of Allianz 
• Ability to build strong working relationships and ability to convey complex information to peers/ partners
• Excellent communication skills and problem solving abilities 
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships and ability to work in virtual, international and complex team environments

Do we have what you need?

• Flexible working arrangements
• Individual and excellent career development opportunities/plans
• Family friendly working environment
• Health & well-being offerings
• Company pension & health insurance
• Multi-national, diverse and inclusive community
• Opportunity to make an impact on our sustainability initiatives

And there is much more! Find out more here: Allianz SE Benefits

More information regarding our recruitment process: Allianz Careers

Additional Information

Senior Recruiter: Ms. Zhiva Hristova: +49 89 3800 14379

Please submit your applications only via our online tool.

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33270 | Operations | Professional | Allianz SE | Full-Time | Permanent

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. 

We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in. We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.

Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.

Note: Diversity of minds is an integral part of Allianz’ company culture. One means to achieve diverse teams is a regular rotation of Allianz Executive employees across functions, Allianz entities and geographies. Therefore, the company expects from its employees a general openness and a high motivation to regularly change positions and collect experiences across Allianz Group.

To Recruitment Agencies: 

Allianz SE has an in-house recruitment team that sources great candidates directly. Therefore, Allianz SE does not accept unsolicited resumes from agency or search firm recruiters.

When we do work with recruitment agencies, that engagement is formalized by a contract. Fees will only be paid when there is a contract in place. Without a contract in place, we will not accept invoices on unsolicited resumes, even if the candidate was ultimately employed by Allianz.