Head of Internal Audit EU (f/m/d)

JOB PURPOSE/ROLE

The Head of Internal Audit is responsible for providing comprehensive audit services from planning to the follow-up. S/he acts as a trusted business partner to Executive Management and the Business.

The role of the Head of Internal Audit is an experienced senior role including managing large scale and cross-functional audits and providing their employees with guidance on how the targets for her/his functional area are aligned with the strategic picture. It also involves line management responsibilities and the coordination of functional/global working groups. In alignment with the company goals, the Audit Head of Internal Audit should develop a strategy for their area of responsibility.

The role shall ideally be filled in Frankfurt. Munich might be an option.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 Strategy & Planning

• Strong collaboration with the Global Head of Audit to define local audit strategy aligned with the Group Audit strategy, as well as execution of the audit plan.
• Responsible for risk assessment and development of the annual audit plan.
• Responsible for the performance of the audit plan and ad-hoc engagements in own area.
• Increase efficiency of the audit function through enhanced collaboration, resource pooling and planning alignment.
• Verify the functionality and efficiency of the internal control system.
• Promote, drive and oversee the implementation of the use of data analytics within our global audit team.

Quality & Process Management

• Participate in developing internal standards for the local entity in line with the Allianz Group Audit Policy, minimum standards, and IIA standards.
• Comply with the audit policies and the respective standards (independence, integrity, confidentiality, truth and fairness, security, economy, system conformity).
• Collaboration on departmental and inter-organizational projects, recommend measures to improve the risk situation, security and efficiency, implement new ideas, processes and products and share best practice.
• Ensure stringent follow up on agreed implementation steps and recommendations as a result of findings.
• Perform quality assurance measures and be responsible for the final version of the audit report.
• Support and supervise auditors and experts work from audit preparation to report validation in own area.
• Planning and implementation of training and information (team/peer).

Relationship Management

• Be an accepted and valuable partner and advisor to the business by issuing recommendations, in particular as to deficiencies with regard to the internal control system and the compliance with the corporate rules.
• Interact with external auditors, report on audit activities to internal and external stakeholders (including Audit Committees) and represent the company towards external stakeholders and regulators.
• Work with sister functions to discuss and ensure comprehensiveness of Internal Audit's risk assessment.
• Take responsibility for the relationship with the auditees and become a recognized expert and partner to the business.
• Collaborate on departmental and inter-organizational projects, specifically with our parent company (Group Audit).

Team Management & People Development

• Lead and manage a local team of employees and functional experts in a continuously changing environment and empower them to execute tasks independently and delegate activities in line with staff’s competences and responsibilities.
• Define clear and challenging targets, monitor progress and address performance issues appropriately and effectively.
• Provide employees with guidance on overall strategic picture and how own functional area's targets are aligned to it.
• Plan and implement technical training and support skill building of auditors and further development of audit function.
• Build and sustain a high performance team in own area and develop high potentials and actively engage the rotation of auditors and attract new talents.

KEY REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Over 10 years professional experience in internal/external audit or as consultant or equivalent.
• Experience in comparable managerial role in insurance, asset management, financial services industry etc.
• In-depth knowledge of investment products and services.
• Business know how within other functions, regions and entities of Allianz Group is beneficial.
• University degree in economics, business administration or equivalent.
• Qualification as Certified Internal Audit (or similar exams) will be an advantage.
• Strong intellectual and analytical skills and a very good understanding of processes, structures and the regulatory environment.
• Strong expertise in project management
• High level of integrity.
• Ability to deal with all types of personalities and experience in managing escalation processes after delivering inconvenient messages.
• Team spirit, self-motivation and a proactive and committed working style.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to interact in a global work environment with people from different countries and cultures.
• Excellent communication and diplomacy skills are essential.
• Strong computer skills / MS Office.
• Good knowledge of asset management data requirements and basic data analytics concepts.
• Proven command of the English language (verbal and written).
• Willingness to travel.

WHAT WE OFFER

• New ways of working (hybrid model/ flexible working hours/cross-border remote work) 
• Access to pension/ savings plans/ Allianz products
• Family support (relocation/ childcare facilities)
• Company share purchasing plan 
• Mental health and wellbeing programs 
• Mobility solutions (Jobrad bike leasing, subvention Jobticket)
• Career opportunities within the entire Allianz Group 
• Self-guided learning & development
• … and so much more! 

106432 | Audit | Management | n.a. | Allianz Asset Management | Full-Time | Permanent

About Allianz Asset Management

Allianz Group is one of the world's leading insurance and financial service providers, a global player employing almost 160,000people who conduct business in more than 70 countries. 

Within Allianz Group, Allianz Asset Management GmbH (AllianzAM) is the financial and governance holding company for the asset management business of Allianz Group, with approx. EUR 2,448 bn of assets under management and over 6,500 employees worldwide. AllianzAM comprises two separate investment management companies: Allianz Global Investors and PIMCO. AllianzAM has created a business structure that enables it to meet the demands of stakeholders and empowers its investment managers to focus on achieving strong and consistent results.

We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We 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 ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.

If you think you have what it takes to fill this attractive position in our dynamic organization, then please submit your cover letter and CV. We look forward to hearing from you! If you have any questions, please contact AllianzAM-HR-DE@allianzam.com.

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