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A Project Lead at Allianz is responsible for guiding and managing project teams to ensure successful delivery of projects, aligning with business objectives and stakeholder expectations. Below is a general job description for a Project Lead role:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Coordination:
• Develop project plans, outlining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource needs.
• Coordinate with team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment and understanding of project goals.
2. Team Leadership:
• Lead and motivate project teams, fostering collaboration and productivity.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities, ensuring team members have the necessary support and resources.
3. Stakeholder Engagement:
• Communicate regularly with stakeholders, providing updates on project progress and addressing any concerns.
• Facilitate meetings and presentations to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
4. Risk and Issue Management:
• Identify potential risks and issues, developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring minimal impact on project objectives.
5. Resource and Budget Management:
• Assist in managing project budgets, ensuring efficient allocation and use of resources.
• Track expenses and ensure adherence to budget constraints.
6. Quality Assurance:
• Implement quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet the required standards.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with project objectives.
7. Project Closure:
• Ensure all project deliverables are completed and accepted by stakeholders.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a related field; certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are a plus.
• Experience in project management or leadership roles, with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

Skills:

• Coordination and organization
• Risk and budget management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Adaptability and resilience

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. 

Note: Having different strengths, experiences, perspectives and approaches is an integral part of Allianz‘ company culture. One means to achieve this is a regular rotation of Allianz Executive employees across functions, Allianz entities and geographies. Therefore, the company expects from its employees a general openness and a high motivation to regularly change positions and collect experiences across Allianz Group.