About Allianz Global Investors

Allianz Global Investors is a leading active asset manager, managing assets for individuals, families, and institutions worldwide. Our shared goal to shape a future of opportunity for our clients is foundational to our culture and our values. We look to attract, and actively nurture, individuals with the drive to achieve excellence at every stage of the investment experience.

We believe an inclusive culture is key to a flourishing workforce. Not only do we celebrate the broad range of experiences, backgrounds, and attributes that our workforce brings, but we support our people to live and work in a way that promotes their own wellbeing.

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 clients 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 clients 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 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. 

If you feel inspired to promote the active asset management experience, this is the place for you. Join our international, technology-enabled, and agile environment. Simply upload your CV in English to apply for this position.  If you need support to navigate our websites or at any stage during your application, please send an email with your request to recruiting@allianzgi.com. 

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Good to know: The Fit Score is a support tool only. At Allianz, technology never replaces human judgment. Every application is carefully reviewed by our recruiting teams, ensuring a fair, thoughtful, and personal hiring process.

103144 | Sales & Distribution | Professional | n.a. | Allianz Global Investors | Full-Time | Permanent

Are you looking to take the next step in your career with a market-leading global asset management firm? We are seeking a Business Manager to join our Global Distribution Strategy & Projects team, a role at the intersection of strategy development and implementation, business development, and senior leadership.

The Global Distribution Strategy & Projects team works closely with global and regional distribution leaders and sales teams worldwide to develop, enhance, and execute our global distribution strategy, while further professionalizing the firm's approach to sales and client servicing. In addition, the team collaborates closely with the CEO Office and Strategic Development team to help shape the firm's global strategic agenda and support M&A projects.

The team's responsibilities span both medium- and long-term strategic projects as well as day-to-day business management activities. These include driving the implementation of strategic initiatives and supporting the global management of the business, working in close partnership with functions and sales teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.

What you will do

* Contribute to the design and implementation of global and regional distribution strategies, as well as our approach to covering and servicing key client segments.
* Support strategic M&A, partnership, and other inorganic growth initiatives, working closely with the CEO Office and senior Distribution leadership.
* Independently lead cross-regional projects with global impact, collaborating with colleagues across Investments, Product, and Distribution functions.
* Coordinate the planning and execution of growth plans and go-to-market strategies for high-priority products across regions, spanning both Public and Private Markets.
* Conduct detailed analyses and develop recommendations for senior Distribution leadership.
* Prepare senior management presentations and decision proposals for AllianzGI governance bodies (e.g., Executive Committee, Global Distribution Committee).
* Drive the development of an analytical and data-driven approach to sales management, including dashboards, KPIs, and performance tracking.
* Take ownership of projects and initiatives that contribute to the growth and success of a global distribution business in a dynamic and evolving market environment.


What you bring

* University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
* Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in consulting, asset management, banking, private equity, or a related field.
* Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data from a variety of sources.
* Ability to independently manage projects and deliverables end-to-end, maintaining a high standard of quality and attention to detail.
* Clear and concise communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and recommendations to senior management.
* Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across cultures, functions, and organizational levels.
* Proficiency in English is required; additional language skills are beneficial, particularly German.
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel; experience with data analytics tools is an advantage.
* Strong interest in financial markets and financial data.


What we offer

* We empower our employees by ensuring flexible work arrangements that maintain a balance between performance, productivity, career development and personal priorities (e.g., hybrid model/ flexible working hours)
* Securing your future: Access to company pension/savings plans
* 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!