Head Data Analytics- Audit. Consulting & Advisory Manager

About the Role:
 

The Practice Head of Data Analytics will lead the data analytics team within the Internal Audit department. This is a strategic and managerial role requiring a professional with a strong background in data analytics, leadership, and preferably a deep understanding of the audit process within the financial services industry. The role will involve leading a team based in India to provide data analytics testing throughout the audit process. In addition, the role is expected to deliver innovative data-driven insights and support Allianz Group's commitment to developing its data analytics maturity through data analytics services.
 

Key Responsibilities:
 

• Lead and manage the data analytics team in India, ensuring high performance, continuous skill development, and effective team dynamics.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in data analytics and audit technology to maintain a leading edge in innovation and best practices.
• Collaborate with other Operating Entities (OEs) to provide data analytics services, fostering a customer-centric approach.
• Drive the adoption of advanced analytics tools and methodologies within the internal audit function.
• Partner with IT and business units to enhance data quality and accessibility for audit purposes.
• Communicate data analytics results of audit analytics to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies.
• Manage and allocate resources effectively.
• Lead by example, promoting a culture of integrity and ethical decision-making.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in data analytics, with a proven track record in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of internal audit processes and risk management/internal control principles.
• Proficiency with data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python, R) and platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Ability to drive innovation and encourage a culture of continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with an international team.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a customer-centric approach to service delivery.
• Experience working in a multinational corporation and managing cross-border teams is preferred.

What We Offer:

• A leadership role within a highly respected team at one of the world's leading financial services companies.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and international work environment
• Competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in data analytics.

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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. 
We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in.
We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.
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