Compliance Manager - MLRO F/M - Allianz - FRANCE

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What you do

Identify and assess Compliance regulatory requirements, risks and trends, and mitigate these risks within the local AzP entities based on Allianz Group’s Compliance programs.
Steer the implementation and continuous improvement of Compliance related requirements and Allianz Group Standards across relevant jurisdictions, fostering alignment across the global operating model and three lines of defense functions.
Monitor regulatory developments, assess their impact, and oversee implementation of necessary compliance measures.
Provide oversight on compliance-related processes and controls.
Partake in AzP Compliance related reviews related to the respective entities, identify ownership, and drive mitigation activities in alignment with AzP Compliance Quality Assurance Team.
Advise on relevant risks and report to senior-level stakeholders, participate in relevant committees to oversee adherence with AzP local Compliance requirements.
Analyze and oversee investigations in alignment with AzP Investigation team.
Escalate and report Compliance topics to relevant stakeholders where required.
Advise business functions on Compliance related matters in new and existing business or M&A transactions together with the Global Practice Groups and AzP’s Compliance community.
Support compliance efforts and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address high-risk situations.
Handle interactions with regulatory authorities and address significant compliance issues, maintaining adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
As MLRO for Allianz Privée Legal Entity incl. branch(es), you develop, implement, and maintain Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) policies and procedures, in close alignment with Allianz SE Group policies. You oversee due diligence on business partners, sales intermediaries, policyholders and beneficiaries by 1st LoD, oversee transactional monitoring and act as an escalation point for 1st LoD for suspicious transactions, including submission of the Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and other regulatory filings as required to the relevant authorities. You design, organise and conduct trainings on AML/CTF regulations and compliance processes, including to the members of the board of directors per regulatory requirements. You maintain up-to-date knowledge of AML/CTF laws, regulations, and best practices, and oversee implementation of the required compliance measures as a part of regulatory change monitoring.
Work effectively in an environment shaped by artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, data, analytics and cloud-based tools, using insights responsibly with our standards of data governance, security and ethical use.

What you bring

Comprehensive experience in all compliance assigned risk areas, specifically in Economic Sanctions, Anti-Money Laundering, and Counter-Terrorist Financing within the financial services sector.
Deep understanding of French and Italian Compliance laws, and compliance frameworks, along with familiarity with screening tools and risk management practices.
Proven ability to lead and develop compliance programs, coordinate cross-functional activities and ability to adapt to changing regulatory environments and organizational needs.
Confidence in designing and implementing training and communication initiatives.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and make informed decisions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with senior management.
Experience of working internationally and remotely cooperating with global expert networks across numerous locations
University / Master degree (ideally Law, Finance, Economics, or related field) or minimum of 5+years in Financial Crime/ Risk/ Legal/ Regulatory professional roles relevant to the insurance work environment.
Compliance or AML certification (e.g., CAMS, ICA, or equivalent) preferred
Process experience focused on operational excellence to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.
Proficient in MS Office Suite and Screening tools
Fluent written and spoken English language skills
Business level proficiency in French and Italian language skills

What we offer

At Allianz Partners, AI is revolutionizing customer service and claims management through innovative solutions. These AI-driven tools enhance productivity by streamlining complex claims processes, reducing administrative burdens, and accelerating resolution times. Our AI-powered technology has made claims processing faster, offering quicker resolutions. All while ensuring human oversight for claims to maintain service integrity. By embracing AI and Emerging Technologies, Allianz Partners continues to lead the industry, meeting ever-changing customer needs with innovative solutions. Our commitment to Ethical AI practices safeguards data integrity and trust, ensuring responsible deployment across all operations. This approach not only enhances customer experiences but also supports strategic initiatives like fraud detection and personalized product offerings, solidifying Allianz Partners' position as a leader in the insurance sector.

Our employees play an integral part in our success as a business. We appreciate that each of our employees are unique and have unique needs, ambitions and we enjoy being a part of their journey.

We are there to empower and encourage you with your personal and professional development ensuring that you take control by offering a large variety of courses and targeted development programs. All that in a global environment where international mobility and career progression are encouraged. Caring for your health and wellbeing is key priority for us. This is why we build Work Well programs to providing you with peace of mind and give the flexibility in planning and arranging for a better work-life balance.

How we hire

We hire directly. Allianz Partners does not accept unsolicited CV’s or approaches from agencies. We only work with partners on our approved supplier list, under contract. Any unsolicited submission will not be considered.

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 for 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.

Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.

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