Operations & IT OE transformation manager - Cluster lead at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operations, IT, Project Management, Financial Steering, Communication, Team Management, Insurance Industry Knowledge, MS Office, SAP Integrated Planning, AI Technologies

Industry

Financial Services

Description

As Operations & IT transformation manager cluster lead you will be responsible to actively drive assigned Allianz Operating Entities (OEs) towards the defined priorities and target picture by strategically supporting the implementation and harmonization of relevant Operations & IT projects, giving recommendations and reporting to the respective Governance bodies within the Allianz. What you do Lead and manage (potentially multi-located cluster team) towards high performance and position the cluster as a committed partner for the Operating Entities (OEs) Be responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and actively steering the implementation of the Operations & IT priorities in each in OE, representing the end-to-end point of view of each market / global line. In your position, you are responsible for providing transparency on all defined Ops & IT priorities pertaining to the respective OE. Actively steer transformation roadmaps for the realization of global and local Operations & IT strategy (putting it into the OE context) Actively steer major IT investments and its related benefits: Content of portfolio structure, creation of ITCo presentations jointly with the OE; Ensuring that critical topics are identified and analyzed (identify issues, analyze their root causes and their impact, e.g. on financials, timeline, scope), recommend and push for appropriate measures to get project back-on track Coordinate and orchestrate various steering tools of Allianz Group such as Business & IT Strategy sessions (BITTS)/Operations & IT strategy sessions (OPITSS), IT Steering Boards (ITSB), and Strategic Dialog and PD process Create and prepare quarterly KPI dashboards, and monitor IT Committees project status as well as coordinating the exception management process jointly with Architecture teams Monitor and assess the OEs IT project portfolio and projects including recommendations for program/project reviews, assessments and recommendations to the decision making bodies What you bring Deep understanding of Operations and IT, with proven experience in international project management of large and complex IT projects (system implementation/integration, IT transformation), supported by a Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP, SAFe, PRINCE2) and knowledge of project management tools. Strong financial and operational steering expertise, with a solid understanding of KPIs and their related impacts, ensuring quality management and data integrity. Excellent communication and team management skills, with the ability to collaborate and adapt in diverse global environments. Good understanding of the insurance industry, with practical experience in relevant areas. Proficient in MS Office, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint, with knowledge of SAP Integrated Planning and WAVE as a plus. Professional fluency in English (written and spoken), with a commitment to travel (10%) to Allianz destinations worldwide, including on short notice. Exceptional academic background in IT, Economics, or Business Administration (diploma or master’s degree), with 5 years of managerial experience leading people and teams within a complex global environment Basic knowledge of AI technologies, principles, and their practical use. What we offer We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad. We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location). 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. Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach. About Allianz Technology With its headquarters in Munich, Germany, Allianz Technology is Allianz's global IT service provider and delivers IT solutions that drive the group's digitalization. With more than 11,000 employees in over 20 countries around the world, Allianz Technology is tasked to run, optimize, transform, and innovate the infrastructure, applications, and services together with Allianz companies to co-create the best customer experience. We service the entire spectrum of digitalization – from one of the industry's largest IT infrastructure projects that spans data centres, networks, and security, to application platforms ranging from workplace services to digital interaction. In short: We deliver comprehensive end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age. We are the backbone of Allianz. Find us at: www.linkedin.com/company/allianz-technology. D&I statement Allianz Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and commits itself to creating an inclusive work environment for all. We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations. Join us. Let´s care for tomorrow. You. IT. To Recruitment Agencies: Allianz Technology has an in-house recruitment team that sources great candidates directly. Therefore, Allianz Technology does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies 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. 38930 | Gestión de Proyectos | Management | Non-Executive | Allianz Technology | Jornada completa | Indefinido

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a multi-located cluster team to drive Operations & IT projects. Provide transparency on Ops & IT priorities and actively steer transformation roadmaps.