Head of Applications India (m/f/d)

Job Level: Management

Location:

Pune, MH, IN

Area of Expertise: Operations

Unit: Allianz Technology

Employing Entity: Allianz Technology SE India Branch

Job Type: Full-Time

Remote Job: Hybrid working

Employment Type: Permanent

ID: 97547

Position Cluster: Allianz Executive

About the Job

The "Head of Applications India" is the leader of the equally titled teams based in Trivandrum and Pune, which are part of the Allianz Technology product area either “Applications 1” or "Applications 2". Thus, becoming end-to-end accountable for overseeing and managing all aspects of the delivery operations, ensuring the successful execution and delivery of projects within agreed timelines and quality standards. In this role, you will be directly reporting to the member of Executive Management Team of Allianz Technology, responsible for Applications 1 and 2.

What you do

Effectively and efficiently steer Applications India team, and operate as trusted Lead with E2E accountability for the delivery and operations of all related Allianz Technology internal service offerings along with responsibility for the associated internal and external customers’ P&L.
Develop and implement strategies to drive operational efficiency, optimize resource allocation and improve project delivery processes in collaboration senior internal stakeholders and customers.
Closely collaborate with Vertical Leads in App 1/2, Head of Pillars and CTOs to identify and leverage synergies.
Drive Allianz Technology transformation programs to ensure successful delivery on company ambitions and objectives and foster a culture of excellence & continuous improvement within the delivery center, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing.
Act as a spokesperson for Applications 1/2 India, representing the company at industry events and customer meetings
Stay up-to-date with market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to identify new opportunities and maintain a competitive edge.
Develop and communicate a compelling vision and strategy for App1 / App2 India, aligning it with the company's overall goals.

What you bring

15+ years of progressive experience in technology delivery and operations, with minimum 5-7 years in senior leadership roles managing large, multi-location teams
Proven end-to-end accountability for P&L management with track record of driving operational efficiency, resource optimization, and successful project delivery
Strategic leadership capabilities with ability to develop and implement operational strategies, drive transformation programs, and align initiatives with organizational goals
Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills with experience working effectively with C-level executives, CTOs, and cross-functional leaders
Excellent communication and presentation abilities to act as organizational spokesperson at industry events and customer meetings
Deep understanding of emerging technologies, market trends, and competitive landscape in application development and IT operations
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field; MBA is a plus
Basic knowledge of AI technology, principles, and their practical use in modern application environments

What we offer

We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad.
We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location).
From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered.
Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach.

About Allianz Technology

With its headquarters in Munich, Germany, Allianz Technology is Allianz's global IT service provider and delivers IT solutions that drive the group's digitalization. With more than 11,000 employees in over 20 countries around the world, Allianz Technology is tasked to run, optimize, transform and innovate the infrastructure, applications and services together with Allianz companies to co-create the best customer experience.

We service the entire spectrum of digitalization – from one of the industry's largest IT infrastructure projects that spans data centres, networks and security, to application platforms ranging from workplace services to digital interaction.

In short: We deliver comprehensive end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age. We are the backbone of Allianz.

Find us at: www.linkedin.com/company/allianz-technology.

Commitment to Integrity, Fairness & Inclusion

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.

We at Allianz believe in a strong inclusive culture that encourages people to speak their minds, get involved and question the status quo. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love, or what you believe in. We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.

To Recruitment Agencies

Allianz Technology has an in-house recruitment team that sources great candidates directly. Therefore, Allianz Technology does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firm recruiters.

When we do work with recruitment agencies, that engagement is formalized by a contract. Fees will only be paid when there is a contract in place. Without a contract in place, we will not accept invoices on unsolicited resumes, even if the candidate was ultimately employed by Allianz.