Government Relations Director | 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.

What you do:

Reporting to the Vice President, Head of U.S. Government and External Affairs (GEA), the Government Relations Director will function as an integral part of the Allianz Life (AZL) Legal organization. Primary functional accountability is to serve as the lead for AZL US Government Relations (GR) initiatives and programs, working with key senior / executive-level stakeholders and leaders in support of our company's regulatory and legislative policy initiatives.

Requiring a high degree of self-motivation, this Director role will work independently with limited daily direction from manager to proactively identify and assess emerging legal / regulatory / policy issues, clearly articulate potential impacts to the organization, and develop and implement proposed strategy to address those issues; providing clear guidance to business partners, directly tying insights and recommendations to our business and the strategic direction of the company. The role will develop, own, and advance opportunities to influence government and regulatory policy in alignment with industry interests and strategy with sound and trusted advice, pairing vision with the ability to execute on proposals and decisions.

The role will organize and lead cross-functional meetings involving GR initiatives, bringing together the necessary internal and external stakeholders to shape public policy and advance AZL and industry priorities. Consistently, effectively and persuasively communicate, orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders, including AZL leadership, trade association leadership and staff, policymakers, and regulators. Ensure communications accurately, and with the appropriate level of detail, portray AZL’s position on issues in a manner tailored appropriately to each audience.

Acting as a key deputy to the US Head of GEA, manage, monitor and regularly report to AZL’s Chief Legal Officer and Deputy General Counsel on AZL GR budget items (including trade association dues/assessments/forecasting/etc.) to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance

Key job responsibilities:

• Remain at the forefront of emerging legislative, regulatory and industry trends. Analyze and evaluate proposed state and federal legislation / regulation impacting AZL (and its subsidiaries), partnering with key internal subject matter experts and stakeholders to identify potential impact to AZL and develop AZL's position and response strategy on such proposals

• Actively engage in broad range of trade association calls and working groups, accurately and effectively representing AZL and advocating for the organization’s position and interests. Successfully influence regulatory and legislative changes in alignment with AZL interests and priorities

• Build broad based, productive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders based, in part, on strong in-depth knowledge of the life insurance, annuity and securities industry and related issues, as well as strong knowledge of AZL’s business and products. Leverage that knowledge and those relationships to advance the company’s interests and objectives

• Translate industry, regulatory and governmental relationships and working knowledge of substantive issues to actionable insights and recommendations for internal stakeholders, including executive and senior leadership, ensuring awareness of key developments, proposed strategic responses, and opportunities for engagement and influence

• Develop, drive and deliver on AZL GR initiatives, in alignment with AZL’s key strategic initiatives, including targeted outreach efforts, grassroot campaigns, effectively prioritizing and advocating for those with greatest business impact. Proactively and consistently report to AZL leadership, including AZL’s Chief Legal Officer and Head of GEA on progress and outcomes of these initiatives. Accountable for AZL GR administrative functions including budget planning and reporting

Other:

Utilization of artificial intelligence tools and resources (e.g. generative AI)

What you bring: 

• 6+ years’ experience required
• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Economics or related field or equivalent experience required
• Demonstrated capability organizing and leading cross-functional initiatives and forums specific to GR topics and business impact, effectively building and leveraging strong relationships to advance progress.
• Detailed understanding of the Financial Services industry, and the impacts of regulatory / public policy considerations on life and annuity products and companies, and the means to influence regulators and policy makers in the life and annuity industry
• 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

Base Salary Range $ 120,000-180,500.

Actual base salary may vary based upon factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity of peers, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual incentive program. 

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.

94799 | Legal & Compliance | Management | Allianz US Life | Full-Time | Permanent

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Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. At Allianz, we stand for unity: we believe that a united world is a more prosperous world, and we are dedicated to consistently advocating for equal opportunities for all. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust. 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. 

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