Senior Manager, Change Management and Communications

SENIOR MANAGER, CHANGE MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS – ALLIANZ TECHNOLOGY – SYDNEY

With over 13,000 employees across 20+ countries, Allianz Technology is the go-to technology partner for Allianz Group companies across the world. We're all about crafting world-class, agile, and sustainable IT solutions that power a seamless digital journey for our customers. From massive IT infrastructure projects like data centres and networks to innovative application platforms in workplace services, data science, and customer interfaces, we're at the forefront of building the future.

We're proud to be a global pioneer of change, as single centre of excellence, acting as Allianz's digital backbone worldwide. With our streamlined approach, we simplify Allianz's business operations wherever they are, by delivering full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age. 

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

About the role

• Cultivate and lead communication strategies to position Allianz Technology Australia within global networks, ensuring the Australian branch’s initiatives and successes are clearly and warmly communicated to stakeholders.
• Craft and implement communication plans that beautifully articulate the vision and benefits of change initiatives, creating engaging and consistent materials across all channels.
• Nurture strategies for both internal and external brand positioning, including thought leadership and content creation, while safeguarding and enhancing the organization's reputation.
• Coordinate and deliver events, from intimate gatherings to large-scale international conferences, ensuring they reflect strategic priorities and provide enriching brand experiences.
• Embrace advanced methodologies to develop change management strategies, support the adoption of new processes, and lead the Centre of Excellence for communication and change, fostering best practices and organizational growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to gather insights, influence executives, and implement governance frameworks to track and report on the success of initiatives, ensuring transparency and collaboration.

About you

• Holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications or Organisational Development, with a preference for a Master's degree, and brings over 10 years of senior-level experience in strategic communications, change management, and stakeholder engagement within a global context.
• Possesses exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, adept at translating complex concepts into clear insights, and excels in building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels with empathy and emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrates a strong track record in managing large-scale events and establishing governance frameworks for communication and change, showcasing strategic thinking, adaptability, and a proactive, results-oriented approach validated by KPIs and business outcomes.
• Demonstrates talent in nurturing brand, reputation, and thought leadership strategies for both internal and external positioning, with a wealth of experience in social media and external communications. This includes crafting strategies, creating engaging content, and monitoring outcomes with a keen eye for detail and creativity.
• Extensive experience in designing, executing, and guiding successful enterprise-wide change initiatives, with oversight and management of large-scale transformations across diverse regions and business divisions. This includes a comprehensive understanding of change management principles, methodologies, and tools (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR, Kotter), and a proven track record in developing and implementing formal governance and metrics for change programs.
• Adept at serving as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and/or board members, with a history of effectively influencing decisions at the highest level, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and collaborative leadership.
• Possesses recent, senior-level experience across all essential criteria and be ready to seamlessly step into the role from day one, showcasing confidence, adaptability, and a proactive approach to challenges without requiring additional training or ramp-up time.
• A passion for leveraging emerging technologies to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. 

Benefits and perks

• Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day!
• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible and remote work options and workplace adjustments, with support for your work/life balance.
• Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
• Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer!

For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

About our culture

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in a workplace that celebrates inclusion and equal opportunity, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the unique perspectives and talents they bring to work.  We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone belongs and can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Adjustments and support 

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@allianz.com.au for a confidential conversation.

Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers