Senior Strategic Transformation Lead — Global Operating Model

Allianz UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Allianz UK seeks a Senior Business Analyst, Strategic Transformation, to shape and drive the AZ Commercial operating model from London. You will lead cross-functional teams, deliver board-approved initiatives, and ensure delivery excellence through rigorous analysis and stakeholder alignment.

The role emphasizes change management, international collaboration, and leveraging AI/ML to improve decision-making in a complex insurance environment. Hybrid working and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Expertise in breaking down complex subjects, identifying business requirements, and defining actionable targets.
• Proven ability to manage projects of varying complexity, including large-scale initiatives; line management experience preferred.
• Advanced skills in change management, stakeholder engagement, and communication, with experience in the insurance industry.
• Strong consulting skills, including relationship management, business case development, and facilitation, with cross-cultural and international work experience.
• Experience in applying artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to improve business processes and decision-making is highly beneficial.
• Advanced communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in inquiry, constructive feedback, and conflict resolution.
• Advanced cross-cultural and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in diverse environments.
• Intermediate leadership and decision-making skills to guide teams and drive impactful outcomes.
• Fluent English skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver analysis, consultancy, and support to drive the standardisation and evolution of the Commercial operating model as part of board-approved projects and initiatives.
• Ensure high-quality outcomes, delivered on time and within budget, by understanding customer needs and applying a rigorous, methodical approach aligned with strategic priorities.
• Steer cross-functional transformation teams to ensure delivery excellence, breaking down silos and fostering integrated ways of working.
• Drive the adoption of new operating models, technologies, and processes. Identify anomalies that require intervention, respond with appropriate actions and mitigations, and monitor improvements.
• Act as a key communicator and change ambassador, engaging with senior stakeholders to align on transformation goals and outcomes.
• Foster transparency and trust throughout the transformation journey, ensuring alignment and collaboration at all levels.

Skills

Requirements analysis

Project management

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

AI/ML in processes

Communication & presentation

Cross-cultural collaboration

Leadership & decision-making

English fluency

Insurance industry knowledge

Job description

Allianz UK seeks a Senior Business Analyst, Strategic Transformation, to shape and drive the AZ Commercial operating model from London. You will lead cross-functional teams, deliver board-approved initiatives, and ensure delivery excellence through rigorous analysis and stakeholder alignment.

The role emphasizes change management, international collaboration, and leveraging AI/ML to improve decision-making in a complex insurance environment. Hybrid working and competitive benefits are offered.