Risk Management Support Specialist

Role Purpose:

The Risk Management Support Specialist will support the execution of key processes related to the Non-Financial Risk Management (NFRM) program, including communication and training, Top Risk Assessment, and control testing. The role also involves administering Risk Management tools, ensuring alignment with Allianz Group standards, and fostering a culture of risk awareness across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Non-Financial Risk Management Program Communication & Training:

• Collect and align the Non-Financial Risk Management plan with Line of Business Risk Management teams.
• Communicate the approved NFRM plan to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain and update internal web pages (Connect) related to the NFRM program.
• Design training materials and steer the roll-out of the Training and Awareness plan.
• Evaluate the success of the Training and Awareness plan and propose improvements.
  
  

2. Top Non-Financial Risk Management Risk Assessment:

• Organize workshops with Risk Vector experts and document results collaboratively.
• Populate data into the Non-Financial Risk Management tool to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
  
  

3. Control Testing:

• Define and document controls for in-scope control objectives in collaboration with Risk Vector experts.
• Prepare and execute the annual NFRM control testing plan with all stakeholders.
• Conduct control testing, including evidence collection, review, and follow-up for missing or unclear evidence.
• Summarize control testing results, agree on action plans with owners, and prepare reports for Risk Committees.
• Populate control testing results into the Non-Financial Risk Management tool.
  
  

4. Risk Management Tools Administration:

• Collect and classify queries from Risk Management Tools users, providing timely responses.
• Develop and communicate Q&A documents, training materials, and user guidelines for Risk Management Tools.
• Conduct regular training sessions for different types of users.
• Manage user access requests, validate rationale, and implement access rights.
• Perform regular reviews of user access rights, deactivate unnecessary accesses, and document results.
  
  

Key Requirements / Skills / Experience:

1. Efficiency:

• Strong analytical skills to assess and interpret data effectively.
• Ability to synthesize and consolidate large volumes of data into structured and actionable outputs.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Capability to collaborate with all levels of the organization, ensuring smooth and effective communication.
• Solutions- and results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving objectives.
• Flexibility and openness to address challenges from multiple perspectives and find optimal solutions.
  
  

2. Accountability:

• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt quickly to new processes and tools.
• Proactive approach to driving tasks independently and taking ownership of deliverables.
• Customer service orientation to address stakeholder needs effectively.
• Ability to identify and implement innovative practices, leveraging advances in technology.
  
  

3. Communication:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (additional language skills are a plus).
• Strong networking skills to liaise effectively with members of other functions and teams.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse cultures, levels, and organizations worldwide.
• Experience in collaborating with remote teams and ensuring seamless communication.
  
  

4. Finance and Risk Management:

• Strong finance acumen to understand and interpret financial implications.
• Solid understanding of risk management principles, with a focus on non-financial risk management.
  
  

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 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. 

Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.