Assistant Manager, Data & AI

Job Summary

Responsible for the steering and execution of data and AI governance across Allianz Malaysia. This will include the oversight and continued implementation of the Allianz Standard of Information & Document Management. The role will also include project management of some of the key initiatives and projects in the Data & AI team as assigned by the Supervisor and Head of Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, or assist in the development and implementation of, Data & AI governance frameworks, including the localisation of regulatory and governance requirements issued by Bank Negara Malaysia and Allianz Group.
• Ensure Allianz Malaysia’s compliance with applicable Data & AI governance and regulatory frameworks in accordance with established timelines and requirements.
• Plan, organise, coordinate, and monitor key Data & AI projects and programmes to ensure effective delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Support communication and awareness initiatives across the organisation to reinforce the importance of Data & AI Governance and the Allianz Standard of Information & Document Management (ASIDM).
• Conduct company wide or targeted monitoring and quality assurance (QA) reviews, including tests of design and tests of effectiveness, to assess compliance with Data & AI Governance and ASIDM.
• Prepare clear and timely reports outlining review results, key observations, and recommendations, as well as updates on significant activities conducted or planned.
• Escalate potential issues, risks, and exception items identified during reviews or monitoring activities to management in a timely manner.
• Identify control gaps and provide advice to management on appropriate remediation plans and follow up actions.
• Perform any other job related duties as assigned by the Supervisor and Head of Department.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional qualification. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a related or similar field is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Project management and/or AI and Data Governance experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and senior management across the organisation
• Familiar with AI tools such as ChatGPT

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.

We are united by a shared commitment: to put our customers first and at the centre of everything we do. Their needs inspire our thinking and guide our actions.
Together, we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and confident to explore, grow and shape a better future – for our customers and for 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. The foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and where integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust are at the heart of our culture.

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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