Protection & Resilience Regional lead for Europe (m/f/d), Saint-Ouen

Die Allianz Gruppe gehört zu den größten und renommiertesten Finanzdienstleistern der Welt und bietet ein internationales Netzwerk bekannter Marken mit erstklassigen Produkten. Vor allem streben wir nach Spitzenleistungen in unserem Alltag - das heißt, in den Beziehungen zu unseren Kunden, unseren Aktionären, unseren Mitarbeitern und zur Gesellschaft. Die Allianz Gruppe ist für über 76 Millionen Kunden in rund 70 Ländern tätig.

Als verlässlicher Partner verwaltet Allianz Global Investors Vermögen in allen wesentlichen Anlage-klassen und -regionen. Unsere Experten sind in 19 Märkten weltweit vertreten, mit umfassender Prä-senz in Europa, den USA und in Asien. Mit rund 650 Anlagespezialisten deckt unser Investment-Ma-nagement alle wichtigen Finanz- und Wachstumsmärkte der Welt ab. Erstklassiger Service vor Ort sorgt dafür, dass die globale Expertise beim Kunden ankommt.

Tasks

• Overseeing the P&R function of the organization within the region of competence
• Lead and manage multiple, diverse teams in BUs
• Support the development, definition and execution of Business Unit’s P&R strategy.
• Oversee the adherence to local regulation
• Promote and reinforce the AP values of being responsible, connected, excellent and caring through a process of leading by example.
• Support the development of key successors by selecting talented individuals and providing feedback that addresses skills gaps and coach the team in learning new capabilities
• Drive and proactively monitor a consistent and coherent global governance framework.
• Establish and maintain stringent governance standards, overseeing regular quality reviews and audits of provider
• Ensure regional alignment with local, regional, and global regulations, liaising with finance, legal, and compliance teams to establish policies that uphold industry and legal requirements.
• Lead the resolution of audit findings, reporting progress and issues directly to the global head, and proactively address areas for improvement to meet compliance expectations
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, identifying and prioritizing potential threats (cyberattacks, natural disasters, pandemics, political instability, etc.) specific to the region. Extremely relevant because failure to identify and prioritize risks leaves the organization vulnerable to significant financial losses from unforeseen events.
• Develop and implement regional risk mitigation strategies, including business continuity plans, disaster recovery plans, and cybersecurity protocols. Extremely relevant as inadequate planning can lead to significant operational disruptions, impacting policyholder services and financial performance.
• Regularly review and update risk assessments and mitigation strategies to adapt to evolving threats and regulatory changes. Extremely relevant because a static approach to risk management leaves the organization exposed to emerging threats.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regional and international regulations related to risk management, data protection, and cybersecurity. Extremely relevant as non-compliance can result in substantial fines and reputational damage.
• Prepare and submit regular reports to regulatory bodies and senior management on risk assessments, mitigation efforts, and incident responses. Extremely relevant because accurate and timely reporting is crucial for transparency and accountability.
• Develop and implement incident response plans for various scenarios, including cyberattacks, natural disasters, and other disruptive events. Extremely relevant as a well-defined response plan is crucial for minimizing the impact of incidents.
• Lead the organization's response to incidents, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders. Extremely relevant because effective incident management minimizes financial losses and reputational damage.
• Conduct post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and improve future preparedness. Extremely relevant as continuous improvement is essential for enhancing resilience.
• Continuously benchmark best in class standards for the function within your scope and drive change programs to achieve these standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, government agencies, law enforcement, and other external partners. This aspect is extremely relevant because effective collaboration is crucial for navigating complex regulatory environments and responding to incidents effectively.
• Collaborate with internal teams across various departments (IT, legal, claims, underwriting, etc.) to ensure a coordinated approach to risk management. This responsibility is relevant because a siloed approach to risk management can lead to inefficiencies and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and manage the regional budget for protection and resilience initiatives. Extremely relevant because effective resource allocation is crucial for maximizing the impact of risk mitigation efforts.
• Prioritize investments in risk mitigation technologies and training programs. Extremely relevant because continuous investment in risk management is essential for maintaining a strong security posture.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Insurance, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 6+ years of experience similar function in financial services or in advanced large service companies
• Extensive experience in a similar senior/ executive compliance related role leading complex and geographically dispersed teams
• Demonstrable expertise in
• Risk assessment and management
• Financial services specific regulations (with focus on insurance) and other relevant regulations (e.g. DORA)
• Compliance reporting
• Incident management
• Extensive experience leading large, complex organizations, with a track record of aligning multi-regional teams and driving global strategies
• Previous experience successfully implementing process and people changes.
• Experience in collaborating with multiple teams and stakeholders in complex organizations with functional reporting to Global Office
• Ability to influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the business.
• Negotiation and executive-level communication skills, with a proven ability to influence board members, the C-suite, and senior external stakeholders.
• Displays solid attention to detail and has ability to analyze information to identify problems and develop appropriate solutions.
• Proven success leading teams and building high performing and accountable teams
• In-depth knowledge of local insurance/assistance regulations and market trends.
• Fluency in English and country’s local languages is mandatory