Global Process Owner

Global Process Owner - Payroll (m/f/d) at Allianz SE-limited to 18 monthsWho will you join? As a Global Process Owner for Payroll, you will play a pivotal role in driving the harmonization of our global payroll landscape. You are responsible for the design, governance and continuous improvements of the global end-to-end payroll process, as well as the steering of the country rollouts. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and support the rollout and usage of EMP tools across Allianz Operating Entities. Join us at Allianz to make a significant impact on our People transformation journey and contribute to the global success of our Employee Master Platform How can you make an impact?You will:Drive harmonization and simplification of Payroll management processes across countries and platformsDesign, own and govern the global Payroll framework incl. processes, services, data model design, ensuring alignment with business needsDefine and maintain global standards, policies and procedures to ensure consistency and complianceSteer and manage the Country rollouts from a global perspectiveSupport the local People & Culture teams with the vendor selection as part of our global Payroll vendor poolCollaborate with local People & Culture / Payroll teams, External vendors and our in-house Allianz Technology teams to ensure seamless execution and integrationTranslate business needs into product features, by documenting the changes as user stories in JIRA and deliver them in time, quality and budgetShape the best-in-class employee experience through intuitive, compliant and scalable People ProcessesPrepare management presentations, ad-hoc analysis, and status reports for the respective stakeholder groupsEnsure high-quality delivery of transformation projects under time pressure What are you made of?QualificationsStrong academic track record with a university degree preferably in economics, business administration, IT, or similarFluency in written and spoken English; German is a plusAdvanced MS Office skills, with high proficiency in MS-Excel and PowerPoint; JIRA is a plusProject management experience (classical & agile) / SCRUM certification is advantageousSkills: Product Owner, SuccessFactors, Employee Central, Implementation, Jira, (Transformation) Project Management Experience and Key skills Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management/application development, with a focus on IT systems and HR innovationsRelevant expertise in global Payroll harmonization projectsTechnical understanding of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central and Payroll solutions (ideally SAP based)Proven ability to design, implement and optimize end-to-end HR processesExperience in process mappingStrong stakeholder management skills across global and local People & Culture, IT, Legal and external vendorsAbility to lead cross-functional projects and change initiatives in a truly global environmentExcellent organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detailVery strong communication skills and confidence in daily interaction with management and customersPro-active and independent working style with the ability to deliver high-quality results even under time pressureExperience in an international environment with excellent cross-cultural skillsPassion for Operations, IT, Digital innovation, AI, and Transformation topicsPrevious experience in insurance or asset management business functions, consulting, digital / tech is a plusExperience applying ChatGPT, Generative AI, and Ethical AI solution Do we have what you need? Flexible and hybrid work modelMultinational and inclusive communityGreat career development and learning opportunitiesCompany pension and health insuranceEmployee stock purchase program with a discountHealth and well-being offeringsSupportive family care benefitsOpportunity to contribute to our sustainability programsGreat place to work certified And there is much more: Allianz SE BenefitsTo learn about our recruitment process: Allianz SE Recruitment ProcessApply before: 25th of DecemberIn case of questions reach out to Ms. Isabelle Ebel: +49 160 743 8135 Welcome to Allianz SEWe at Allianz SE are recognized as a trusted partner for protecting and growing your most valuable assets, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products, including property and casualty insurance, life and health insurance, and asset management services, tailored to meet the various needs of individual and corporate clients worldwide. From our international headquarters, we orchestrate global operations, set strategic directions, and ensure cohesive implementation across our international subsidiaries. We are committed to innovation and digital transformation, driving initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency, reinforcing our position as a leader in the financial services industry.For more about Allianz SE, Click Here.#StandwithUkraine#LI-Hybrid People with disabilities:We want to give all our candidates the best opportunity to succeed. If you need any adjustments to be made during the application and selection process, please email to RECRUITING-SERVICES@allianz.com 85966 | Operations | Professional | Allianz SE | Full-Time | TemporaryTo Recruitment Agencies: Allianz SE has an in-house recruitment team that sources great candidates directly. Therefore, Allianz SE does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firm recruiters. When we do work with recruitment agencies, that engagement is formalized by a contract. Fees will only be paid when there is a contract in place. Without a contract in place, we will not accept invoices on unsolicited resumes, even if the candidate was ultimately employed by Allianz. Please do not contact hiring managers directly. 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. Join us. Let's care for tomorrow. Allianz’s strong inclusive culture encourages people to speak their minds, get involved and question the status quo. One means to cultivate teams with different perspectives is a regular rotation of Allianz Executive employees across functions, Allianz entities and geographies. Therefore, the company expects from its employees a general openness and a high motivation to regularly change positions and collect experiences across Allianz Group.