Resource Planning Analyst

Allianz; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance provider is seeking a Resource Planning Analyst to enhance customer experiences through accurate forecasting and resource management. You will utilize AI solutions and data-driven insights to align staffing with business priorities. Ideal candidates will possess resource planning experience and strong analytical skills. The role offers hybrid working and attractive benefits, including a performance-related bonus and flexible holiday options.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Annual performance-related bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Retail discounts

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in resource planning or operations analysis.
• Awareness of AI concepts applied in resource planning.
• Experience with digital forecasting in multi-channel environments.

Responsibilities

• Build short- and long-term forecasts for channels.
• Use advanced analytics to improve forecasting accuracy.
• Design schedules to meet customer demand.

Skills

Resource planning experience

Advanced MS Excel

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Business, Mathematics, Statistics, or Data Science

Tools

Workforce management tools

Digital forecasting tools

Job description

About the Role

At Allianz, we’re committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving operational excellence. As a Resource Planning Analyst, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring we have the right people, in the right place, at the right time—across all channels. You’ll combine data‑driven insights with innovative forecasting techniques, including AI and digital solutions, to help us meet service levels and support our transformation journey.

Location and Salary

Hybrid – Leeds, Milton Keynes, Birmingham, London or Guildford.

Pay: Circa £33,000 – £35,000 per annum. Pay is based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary is only one part of our total reward package.

In This Role You Will

• Build accurate short‑ and long‑term forecasts for multi‑channel environments (voice, digital, chat, email).
• Use advanced analytics and AI‑driven tools to improve forecasting accuracy.
• Incorporate digital interaction trends, including Chatbots and Voicebots, into planning models.
• Design and maintain efficient schedules to meet customer demand and business objectives.
• Respond dynamically to real‑time changes and operational priorities.
• Track resource utilization and service levels across channels.
• Identify opportunities for improvement using predictive analytics and scenario modelling.
• Deliver clear, actionable reports and dashboards for senior stakeholders.
• Provide insight to support strategic decisions and transformation initiatives.
• Work closely with Operations, Digital, and Technology teams to align resource planning with business priorities.
• Share expertise on AI and digital forecasting to support innovation.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in resource planning, workforce management, or operations analysis.
• Advanced MS Excel and workforce management tools.
• Awareness of AI concepts and their application in resource planning.
• Experience with digital forecasting tools and multi‑channel environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to adapt in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven environment.

Desirable

• Degree in Business, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or related field.
• Knowledge and experience of forecasting in a multi‑channel environment, including digital channels.
• Skills in digital forecasting, particularly working with Chatbots and Voicebots.
• Experience with AI‑powered workforce optimisation tools.

What We Will Offer You

Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from – so you can pick a package that’s perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That’s on top of enjoying all the benefits you’d expect from the world’s number one insurance brand, including:

• Flexible buy/sell holiday options
• Hybrid working
• Annual performance‑related bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Development days
• A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
• Retail discounts
• Volunteering days

Our Ways of Working

Do you need flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it’s right for our customers, our business and for you, then we’ll do everything we can to make it happen. Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive – Your work life balance is important to us.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Allianz, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, demonstrated by our numerous accreditations: EDGE certified for gender inclusion, Women in Finance Charter members, Disability Confident employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Business in the Community’s Race at Work Charter signatories, and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer. We embrace neurodiversity and welcome applications from neurodivergent and disabled candidates, offering tailored adjustments to ensure your success. We encourage our employees to advocate for their needs, whether it’s assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements.

Accessible Application for All

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates with disabilities or long‑term health conditions through the Offer an Interview Scheme, for those meeting the essential skills for the role. Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications.

Contact: [e-mail]. For any inquiries or to submit your application, please contact Georgie Hill. If you are an at‑risk candidate facing potential redeployment, please include this information in your CV. We reserve the right to close the ad early if we reach enough applications.