Strategic Assistant to Chief Regions and Markets - London, United Kingdom - Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty

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At Allianz Global Corporate and Specialty SE (AGCS), we are the global leader for insuring corporate and specialty risks in the Allianz Group.

Whether it's aircraft, satellites, the world's biggest ships and tallest building, cyber-attacks or climate change impacts, Allianz Global Corporate and Specialty (AGCS) has the major risks covered when it comes to protecting businesses.


We are looking for a Strategic Assistant to support one of our Board members (Chief Regions and Markets Officer), to be based in London.


Your Team

The Chief Regions & Markets Officer (CRMO1) is responsible for developing and overseeing AGCS' market strategy and execution for Underwriting, Distribution, Multinational and Claims in the following regions: Central & Eastern Europe, Mediterranean & Africa, Regional Unit London, Ibero & Latin America and Asia Pacific.

In addition, the CRMO1 is responsible for global client and broker strategy, global distribution management, global sales steering and reporting.


The Impact You Will Have

Reporting directly to the CRMO1, you will provide strategic support and contribute to the success of strategy development and execution in the CRMO1 area.

In addition, the Strategic Assistant is a key enabler for continued business impact by providing an important contribution to current projects and initiatives and serving as a communication interface between various stakeholders across AGCS regions and functions.


Some of your specific responsibilities could include

  • Independently and actively supporting the Chief Regions and Market Officer
  • Preparing monthly Board meeting contributions, including prescreening, challenging, and action item followup.
  • Preparing and coordinating CRMO1 contribution to planning and steering cycle (e.g., Strategic & Planning Dialogues, Region Reviews, etc.)
  • Preparing and followingup meetings and events where the Board Member is involved (e.g., external events, worker's council meetings, town halls, etc.)
  • Organising, preparing and participating in internal meetings and events such as offsites, team meetings, etc.
  • Managing and handling daily administrative tasks for the Board Member (e.g., audit followup, cost centre oversight, mid/yearend review preparation, prepare decision templates and analyses, etc)
  • Steering and coordinating strategic projects, initiatives and workstreams
  • Working closely with Communications and Board member to develop presentations, speeches or pitches for market events

What You'll Bring to the Role

This role will suit an insurance industry professional, with strong project management experience, a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple work streams in a highly matrixed environment.

You'll love the opportunity to use your highly developed analytical skills to interpret and synthesise complex information and to develop actionable solutions.

You'll ideally come from a Distribution, Actuarial, Finance or Project Management background and will understand key financial and business KPIs.

Your excellent communication skills will be put to great use in effectively expressing ideas and message to a variety of stakeholders within an international context.

A depth of knowledge of MS Powerpoint, Excel and the ability to create compelling and concise presentations will also be essential.

You will be a diplomatic communicator, with the ability to prioritise effectively and coordinate input from various sources.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career with exposure to the development and execution of strategy, supporting a Board member on a global scale.

20996 | Strategy / Executive assistant | Professional | Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty | Full-Time | Permanent


What's in it for you?

Let's care about everything that makes you, you
We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

We offer a hybrid working model, which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working.

Please feel free to discuss flexible working arrangements with us.


Let's care for your financial wellbeing

We believe in rewarding performance with a great compensation and benefits package (details vary by location), including a generous bonus scheme and pension.


Let's care for your opportunities to progress

From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered.


Let's care for life's twists and turns

From our support for flexible working, health and wellbeing (including private healthcare and generous parental leave benefits), to helping people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach.

We've got your back.

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