Ethics & Compliance Advisor | Hybrid

At Allianz Life, we are driven by our mission – we secure your future – and by our common goal of caring for tomorrow. We care for our employees by promoting an inclusive culture where everyone has the opportunity to grow and be rewarded for their success. We care for our customers by creating new products that help them protect their families and pursue their retirement goals. We care for our community by giving time, resources, and donations. And we care for the future by supporting sustainability, protecting the local environment, and promoting equality in our communities.

This role is part of the Ethics and Compliance team at Allianz Life and supports compliance assurance with regulatory and legal requirements, and related company policies for areas assigned. The role researches and resolves compliance issues, recommends changes to ensure adherence to internal and external requirements, and monitors compliance by identifying and assessing processes, risks and controls for assigned areas. The position will demonstrate expertise and independence in the assigned area and may take direction from more senior positions on complex matters. May be tasked with special assignments and project work outside the scope of day-to-day responsibilities.

What you do:

The role involves fostering relationships and collaborating with organizations across the three lines of defense including, Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Risk, Enterprise Operations, Protection & Resilience, Distribution, AIM, Internal Audit and other cross-functional teams, to help ensure compliance with internal and external requirements while enabling the business to achieve its objectives.

The candidate will be responsible for performing second line of defense assurance activities for areas assigned in alignment with regulatory compliance and Non-Financial Risk Management requirements outlined in company’s policies and internal rules. The role requires applying influence, problem-solving, organizational skills, data analysis capabilities, and an understanding of Allianz Life products, relevant regulations and operational processes to provide compliance oversight.

• Contribute to compliance programs by assessing and suggesting change within a discipline as necessary.
• Identify and evaluate risks and mitigating controls; assist with creating and implementing controls.
• Conduct risk assessments, facilitate process walkthroughs and control identification workshops.
• Execute test programs to assess the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls or business processes.
• Identify and communicate issues of non-compliance, or improvement opportunities; prepare clear, concise reporting for stakeholders.
• Perform issue follow-up, validation and escalation as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain documentation, procedures and guidelines in alignment with internal requirements.
• Provide peer-to-peer training, knowledge sharing and informal work direction to new or existing team members.
• Participate in projects supporting the enhancement and management of compliance programs.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal customers and stakeholders, supporting collaboration amongst the three lines of defense.
• Act as a subject-matter resource on internal control principles, internal requirements, and assigned relevant regulations, compliance risks and business areas.
• Continue developing knowledge of the insurance industry, company operations and regulations and risk management frameworks through various learning opportunities.
• Support internal and regulatory examinations, including regulatory filings.
• Utilization of artificial intelligence tools and resources (e.g. generative AI)

What you bring:

• 4+ years of experience in Compliance, Risk or Internal Audit conducting risk assessments and executing tests of design and operating effectiveness, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of Allianz Life products, services, and operational procedures, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to peers and management.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience using data analysis to identify, research and resolve issues independently.
• Strong organizational and prioritization and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to change, and operate effectively in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• High ethical standards and proven integrity when working with sensitive information.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes holders of H-1B, H4, L-1, L-2, TN, OPT, CPT, and other nonimmigrant visas.

Job posting range $69,000.00 - $80,000.00

Note the job posting range is exclusive of company benefits or other compensation. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive program. If you are hired, your final base salary will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, competencies, and/or education. In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees. Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.

95358 | Legal & Compliance | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz US Life | Full-Time | Permanent

What we offer:

At Allianz Life, we’re proud to provide a benefits package that supports the True Balance of our employees and their families. We offer: a choice of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plan options, flexible spending and health savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan retirement program, generous annual paid leave, an outstanding 401(k) company match, and life insurance. Plus, our employees enjoy an award-winning campus with an array of discounted amenities, including an onsite health center, child development center, fitness facility, convenience store and two cafeterias. Our employees and leaders take an active role in shaping our culture through our Employee Resource Groups, whose activities and advocacy contribute to an environment that is fair, caring, and inclusive. Our generous benefits, campus amenities and inclusive, engaged culture are among the many reasons we’re routinely recognized as a top workplace employer. For additional information regarding What It’s Like To Work Here | Allianz Life.