Business Development Lead for Operations Engineering and Transformation at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE

Bucharest, , Romania -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Planning, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Change Management, Innovation

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Allianz Services is proud to serve and be part of Allianz Group, one of the world's leading insurers and asset managers. Our global footprint, with more than 7,300 employees located across ten countries and four continents, enables us to unlock value for our partners across the insurance value chain and deliver superior client experience within Allianz Group. At Allianz Services, we have a strong specialization in core insurance operations, shared services, business analytics, engineering, and management consulting. Our people and our trusted relationships with partners are what matter most. These are rooted in our values of compassion, integrity, and expertise and we strive to continuously evolve, improve, and deliver excellence while contributing successfully to the transformation of Allianz. Caring actively for the environment, for people, and for our customers is what makes us a great place to work and together we are shaping a better and more caring tomorrow. Allianz Services is a company which belongs to the legal entity, Allianz Technology SE. Job role The Business Development Lead for Operations Engineering and Transformation drives strategic growth and innovation across key operational domains—Business Acceptance Testing, Business Analysis and Functional Design, PMO, and Identity and Access Management. This role ensures alignment with business objectives, enhances efficiency, and leads transformation initiatives within the insurance sector What you will do Develop and execute strategic plans across core operational areas to support business transformation. Lead cross-functional teams in project delivery, ensuring quality, timeliness, and innovation. Engage stakeholders across internal and external networks to align on goals and outcomes. Optimize processes to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs using data-driven insights. Oversee risk management and ensure compliance with insurance regulations, especially in the GCC region. Monitor performance through KPIs and provide actionable insights to senior leadership. Drive innovation by exploring new technologies and methodologies for transformation. Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth adoption of new systems and processes What you bring The ideal candidate should have a strong background in operations engineering, business transformation, and project leadership within the insurance domain. Experience in stakeholder management, process optimization, and regulatory compliance is essential. Familiarity with GCC insurance market dynamics and a visionary mindset for driving innovation are highly valued You have Strategic planning and execution Cross-functional team leadership Stakeholder engagement and communication Process improvement and operational efficiency Risk and compliance management Change management and innovatio What we offer We support your well-being Access dedicated counseling services, mental health resources, and well-being sessions designed to keep you feeling your best Enjoy a personalized benefits package through a monthly budget on the Benefit platform, covering medical subscriptions, meal tickets, private pension plans, life insurance, Allianz Tiriac exclusive insurance discounts, and many more. Prioritize what truly matters with time off on your birthday, additional vacation days for each year with Allianz (up to five extra days), Paid leave on December 24th and 31st, plus the flexibility to swap weekend holidays for extra days off, and special allowances for significant life events. We invest in your growth Take advantage of an extensive learning curriculum tailored to support your career growth and meet your professional needs, with access to a wide range of technical and soft skills trainings, international certifications (including Agile, Lean Six Sigma, PRINCE2, ITIL, IFOA, ACCA, IACCM, and more), learning resources from LinkedIn and Allianz platforms, language development opportunities (German, French, English), and our dedicated Leadership Program to help you reach the next level. We value you and your work We acknowledge and recognize your work through performance-based rewards to celebrate your achievements, team, and individual recognition programs to celebrate your contributions and internal referral bonuses. Your personal information, including sensitive data, may be shared with Hiring Managers to evaluate your suitability for the role. Only candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted, and all applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. Allianz Group, , a trusted global insurance and asset management company, values inclusion, and integrity at its core. We foster an empowering environment that supports employee ambitions and challenges. Committed to fairness, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of ethnicity, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. At Allianz, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work. #LI-RR1 -

Responsibilities

The Business Development Lead drives strategic growth and innovation across key operational domains, ensuring alignment with business objectives and leading transformation initiatives within the insurance sector. This role involves optimizing processes, overseeing risk management, and monitoring performance through KPIs.