Project Manager (m/f/d)

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At Allianz Capital Partners our people enjoy motivating, fulfilling careers. If you are looking for a fast-paced working environment, you are resolved to cultivate and expand your talents and relish a challenge, then join us now!

We are committed to giving our people - experienced and energetic professionals alike - the opportunities and experiences they seek to thrive and gain personal fulfilment. We will work with you to craft your own career, develop your personal growth, and align your achievements with your ambitions.

Job Purpose/Role:

We are seeking to recruit a Project Manager to deliver projects affecting the Investments and Operations value chain front-to-back with a specific focus on our Private Markets platform. The role will include the project responsibility for new fund and vehicle launches within the Private Markets area as well as designing, implementing and improving (new) operational requirements, investment features and functionalities along the entire Investment Management value chain. As a member of the Private Markets Buildout & Products team you will be encouraged to initiate, develop and implement new ideas for innovative private markets investments products and functional enhancements within the Investment Management business.

We are looking for a highly motivated project manager from all academic disciplines provided you have a solid understanding of the Investment Management value chain, relevant project experiences and a high affinity to Change as well as Private Markets.

What you do:

• Liaising with appropriate domain experts and business stakeholders for concept development and implementation of innovative products and functional enhancements
• Deliver projects and product launches with an early consideration of IT; accounting, legal, tax, risk and regulatory constraints by including the respective timeframe, budget and scope
• Potentially be responsible for larger scale programs or sub-projects related to shaping our target operation model for Private Markets
• Develop operational models and workflows as well as design technology and data solutions to meet the defined requirements and fitting to the overall Operating Model
• Identify strengths and weaknesses of product offering and provide recommendations for new approaches

What you bring:

Technical Skills:

• Solid understanding of the Investment Management business and value chain of front-, middle and back office functions and first experience with private markets investment products
• Solid understanding of the regulatory framework for investment managers, insurance investors and Private Markets Investment Funds domiciled in Europe, especially Luxembourg
• Professional knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, in particular MS PowerPoint and MS Excel
• IT-programming skills (Python, SQL, etc.) would be an asset

Personal Profile:

• Excellent university degree in business administration, economics, IT, engineering or related field of study
• At least 3 years of experience in management or IT consulting or working in relevant departments of an Alternative Investment Management Company
• Ability to influence, negotiate and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels and across multiple jurisdictions and entities
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability with a high level of accuracy and keen attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills combined with the ability to prioritize and handle tasks and deadlines
• Hands-on, social, diplomatic team player with leadership skills
• Ability to work well in an international, diverse and highly interdisciplinary environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, fluent in English, additional language skills are a plus

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
• Shared success: Company share purchasing plan
• Support for what matters: Mental health and wellbeing programs
• Investments in your career: Career opportunities within the entire Allianz Group
• Investments in your skills: Comprehensive learning and development offerings, including certifications and professional qualifications
• ... and so much more!

About Allianz Global Investors

Allianz Global Investors is a leading active asset manager, managing assets for individuals, families, and institutions worldwide. Our goal is to actively shape the future of investing for all our clients, wherever their location and whatever their objectives.

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. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and 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 equal opportunities for all. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust.

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 [email protected]

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