Chapter Lead Architecture
Sydney, AUSTRALIA
Job description
CHAPTER LEAD ARCHITECTURE – ALLIANZ TECHNOLOGY – NORTH SYDNEY
With over 13,000 employees across 20+ countries, Allianz Technology is the go-to technology partner for Allianz Group companies across the world. We're all about crafting world-class, agile, and sustainable IT solutions that power a seamless digital journey for our customers. From massive IT infrastructure projects like data centres and networks to innovative application platforms in workplace services, data science, and customer interfaces, we're at the forefront of building the future.
We're proud to be a global pioneer of change, as single centre of excellence, acting as Allianz's digital backbone worldwide. With our streamlined approach, we simplify Allianz's business operations wherever they are, by delivering full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age.
Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.
About the role
- Nurtures the growth, wellbeing, and professional development of Chapter members, providing supportive guidance on career pathways, performance, and capability uplift.
- Collaboratively shapes and monitors Chapter OKRs, fostering alignment with Allianz Technology’s priorities while contributing thoughtfully within the Extended Leadership Team.
- Brings deep expertise in Solution and Infrastructure Architecture, modelling an Agile, people-centred mindset and championing continuous learning and improvement.
- Partners closely with fellow Chapter Leads to co-create, refine, and enhance architectural practices, ensuring capabilities remain responsive to the needs of Tribes, CoEs, and Squads.
- Encourages strong governance and consistent delivery standards, while building healthy vendor relationships and promoting innovation through benchmarking and process enhancements.
About you
- Nurtures and guides architects with a supportive, collaborative approach that encourages continuous growth and shared success.
- Models an Agile and growth-oriented mindset, inspiring others through openness, adaptability, and positive leadership.
- Communicates with clarity and empathy, building strong connections with both technical and non-technical partners.
- Handles conflicts and performance conversations with care, using negotiation and relationship-building to create constructive outcomes.
- Approaches complex technical challenges with thoughtful analysis, helping the team co-create effective solutions; relevant certifications like TOGAF and Cloud (AWS/Azure) are encouraged.
- A passion for leveraging emerging technologies to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Please note there may be delays in response from 22nd December to 5th January 2026. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Benefits and perks
- Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day!
- Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy our flexible, hybrid work arrangements, and tailored workplace adjustments, where possible.
- Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
- Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer!
For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.
About our culture
We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in a workplace that celebrates inclusion and equal opportunity, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the unique perspectives and talents they bring to work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone belongs and can thrive and reach their fullest potential.
Adjustments and support
If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@allianz.com.au for a confidential conversation.
Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers