Head of Strategic Initiatives and Change

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50995 | Strategy | Management | Allianz Executive | Allianz UK | Full-Time | Permanent

Who we are Allianz is a global insurance company serving across 70 different countries, but from the very first day you join our team you'll know that your contributions are valued. We offer world class learning and career development opportunities, while we celebrate an inclusive culture.

Role Description Are you looking to lead a team of individuals to drive strategic initiatives and change management efforts and ensure that Allianz become the number one Digital Trading partner of choice for brokers and customers? The Head of Strategic Initiatives and Change will be responsible for defining and shaping our long-term growth and transformation agenda, driving innovation and continuous improvement at pace and making sure we are delivering strategic initiatives that will accelerate our profitable growth trajectory.

This role will report into the Director, Digital Trading & ALP and lead change and transformation teams prioritising and steering all change activities to ensure their timely delivery and benefits realisation.

Responsibilities will include:

• Accountability for management and delivery of the Digital Trading change portfolio which includes business as usual, strategic and transformative change activities
• Working with the Director of Digital Trading & ALP to define the Digital Trading strategy and ownership for the change roadmap to deliver on strategic objectives
• Leading role in the development and delivery of large scale transformation for Digital Trading, including participation in local and global initiatives launched across Allianz
• Optimising the value from change activity by overseeing the effective planning, prioritisation, and execution of change, and tracking this through agreed KPIs
• Steering teams in solution development, enhancing existing solutions, and developing new ones
• Collaborating closely with the executive and functional areas to drive key strategic projects to conclusion
• Leading the adoption of new strategies, processes, and technologies at pace across the business and fostering a culture of readiness for change
• Ensuring strong alignment between change delivery and sponsors, being a trusted partner and ensuring the change function is as an effective enabler to the business

About You

• Extensive experience in strategic planning, project management, and change management within a corporate environment, preferably in the insurance or financial services industry
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering large-scale strategic projects and change initiatives, driving sustainable business impact
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable strategies and initiatives
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and align stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Experience in developing sponsorship and support with C-Suite stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and lead teams through complex change initiatives

What We Will Offer You Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from- so you can pick a package that's perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That's on top of enjoying all the benefits you'd expect from the world's number one insurance brand, including:

• 30 days holiday
• Company car allowance
• Private medical scheme
• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• Annual performance related bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Development days
• A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
• Retail discounts

Our Ways of Working Do you need some flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it's right for our customers, our business and for you, then we'll do everything we can to make it happen. Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.

Our Purpose and Values We secure your future Be Brave | With Heart | Everyone Counts | Inspiring Trust Our purpose and values are more than just words on a website - they are the why and how of Allianz. They influence everything we do and guide us how to do it. Created by our people, for our people, they shape our culture, bring us together, and inspire us to be the best. Building an inclusive culture for us all to succeed.

Diversity & Inclusion At Allianz, we value diversity and inclusion and back this up with our accreditations. Allianz is EDGE certified for gender inclusion, members of the Women in Finance Charter, members of the Stonewall Diversity Champion programme, signatories of Business in the Community's Race at Work Charter, and an Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer.

We have a range of employee networks focusing on gender inclusion, cultural diversity, LGBTQIA+, disability and long term health conditions (including neurodiversity), intergenerational and life stages, parents and carers, mental wellbeing, menopause support and armed forces and veterans, all supporting you to bring your best and authentic self to work.

Join us - Let's Care for Tomorrow. .