Associate Graduate - Communications

Job description

About the Graduate Program

We are looking for Graduates who want to blaze new trails, disrupt the insurance industry and shape a better tomorrow. We care about your opportunities for advancement. Individual development, career mobility, and lifelong learning opportunities are available to all our employees worldwide.

During your first year of employment, you will participate in the Graduate Program which is a 12-month professional development program designed to attract, develop and retain the next generation of insurance professionals. The Program will support your growth as a well-rounded technical expert and potential future leader at Allianz Commercial. Key Program elements include:

• Employment begins mid-July 2026 and the Program starts in early August of 2026
• Time is split time between structured learning curriculum and on the job experiential learning
• Opportunity to gain a broad base of industry knowledge, function specific expertise as well as personal and professional skills development 
• Ability to network with senior leaders, technical experts, customers, as well as other graduates and early career program participants globally
• Hybrid working environment allowing you to collaborate with and learn from teammates
• Access to an extensive array of Allianz Commercial professional development resources upon Program completion
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Travel to onsite week-long workshops at various Allianz offices required 3-4 times during the Program
  
  

The Impact You Will Have  

Reporting to the Regional Head of Communications, the role assists in the planning and execution of both internal and external communications strategies to support Allianz Commercial’s mission and goals in the North American market. This role provides essential support to the communications team by creating and distributing content, coordinating events, and helping to manage brand reputation across various platforms. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, motivated and creative individual with strong critical thinking, writing and interpersonal skills.

Some of your specific responsibilities could include:

Internal Communications

• Assist in drafting and editing internal communications, including newsletters, intranet articles, leadership messages, and campaign content. 

• Support the planning and execution of employee engagement initiatives and internal events. 

• Help maintain the editorial calendar and coordinate content submissions from various departments. 

• Collaborate with operational and business units to ensure consistent messaging across internal channels. 

• Monitor employee feedback and engagement metrics to refine and enhance communication strategies. 

• Contribute to the creation of visual content (e.g., graphics, videos, presentations) for internal use. 

• Help manage and update content on internal platforms such as SharePoint or the company intranet. 

• Assist in preparing communications for change management, organizational updates, and strategic initiatives. 

• Stay informed on industry trends and best practices in employee communications and engagement.
• Help create visual assets using tools like Canva or PowerPoint. 

External Communications

• Support the development and execution of PR campaigns that align with Allianz Commercial’s brand and business objectives. 

• Assist in drafting press releases, media advisories, thought leadership content, and other external communications. 

• Monitor media coverage and compile news summaries relevant to the insurance and financial services industry. 

• Help maintain media contact lists and track outreach efforts. 

• Coordinate logistics for media interviews, press events, and speaking engagements. 

• Collaborate with internal teams to source stories and content for external promotion. 

• Assist in managing the company’s press room and updating PR materials on the website and intranet. 

• Support crisis communications efforts by helping prepare reactive statements and monitoring public sentiment. 

• Contribute to social media content planning and execution in coordination with the digital team. 

• Track and report on PR metrics, including media impressions, engagement, and coverage quality. 

What You’ll Bring to the Role –  

• Recently completed university degree.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Strong foundation in Liberal Arts.
• Bachelor’s degree in History, English, Journalism, Economics or a related field.
• Prior communications and/or marketing experience gained through internships, academic projects, or relevant work is preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, peers, managers and customers.
  • Strong critical thinking, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to utilize AI tools to support day-to-day tasks, improve efficiency and contribute to data-driven decision making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Eligibility to work in a local hiring office (US or Canada).
• Spanish language proficiency a plus.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employment-based sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time, nor can we guarantee future sponsorship.

The annualized base pay range for this role is $70,000. The annual base salary range represents a nationwide market range. The actual salary for this position may be above and will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role, the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate. The base pay is just one component of the AzC total compensation package. As part of our comprehensive compensation and highly rated benefits programs, employees are also eligible for annual performance-based cash incentive awards.

What’s in it for you?  

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. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matters, and nurture a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust.

We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, 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.

Let’s care about everything that makes you, you  

We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.  We offer a hybrid working model, which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working.  Please feel free to discuss flexible working arrangements with us.  

Let’s care for your financial wellbeing  

We believe in rewarding performance with a great compensation and benefits package (details vary by location), including a generous bonus scheme and pension.  

Let’s care for your opportunities to progress  

From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered.  

Let’s care for life’s twists and turns  

From our support for flexible working, health, and wellbeing (including private healthcare and generous parental leave benefits), to helping people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach.  We’ve got your back.  

Let’s care for our society and our planet  

With opportunities to be engaged in shaping a future that is safe, inclusive, and sustainable, we care for the tomorrows of our people, our industry, and our clients.  

Care to join us?  

Allianz Commercial (AzC) is a global corporate insurance carrier and part of Allianz Group. We provide risk consultancy, Property-Casualty insurance solutions and alternative risk transfer for a wide spectrum of commercial, corporate and specialty risks across 10 dedicated lines of business.  Learn more about us by clicking here.  

Allianz is an equal opportunity employer, and therefore welcomes applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.  Diversity of thinking is an important part of our company culture.  

Recruitment Agencies:   
AzC has an in-house recruitment team, which focuses on sourcing great candidates directly. AzC does not accept unsolicited resumes from agency or search firm recruiters.  Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired.  When we do use agencies, we have a PSL in place, so please do not contact managers directly. Failure to comply could/may result in the disqualification of the candidates and/or the termination of our contract and/or fees not being paid.