Manager Special Projects

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Data Analytics & Quality Management -
• Oversee the complete data lifecycle from creation/capture to processing and usage across booking and reporting systems
• Track and validate data movement between booking tools and downstream reporting systems, identifying discrepancies
• Develop and maintain data quality dashboards using SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), Power BI, and Grid reporting tools
• Design and implement data quality rules within SQL-based data models
• Act as primary escalation point for data errors, investigating root causes and driving resolution
• Implement statistical tests and quality controls to ensure data integrity
• Drive monthly financial reporting and performance commentary across multiple regions
• Deliver comprehensive variance analyses (Forecast vs. Actual, Budget vs. Actual) with detailed commentary
• Lead end-to-end forecasting and planning cycles in SAP Analytics Cloud
• Build predictive models and advanced analytics solutions to support business decisions
• Define data governance standards and ensure adherence across teams
• Business & Stakeholder Engagement -
• Collaborate with Regions and Global Functions (Operations, Finance, Technology, Underwriting, Actuarial)
• Partner with senior stakeholders to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Ensure teams meet agreed SLAs and KPIs through data-driven performance monitoring
• Produce executive-level presentations and management information reports
• Manage client relationships and handle escalations professionally to resolution
• Process Improvement & Digitalization -
• Drive automation and digitalization initiatives to improve operational efficiency
• Collaborate with technology teams to identify and implement automation opportunities
• Lead Agile ceremonies – sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
• Document data quality issues, resolution steps, and lessons learned for institutional knowledge
• Lead process transitions and organisation-wide improvement initiatives
• Evaluate and recommend new analytics tools and technologies
• People Management -
• Provide guidance and mentorship to a lean team of data analysts
• Conduct periodic performance reviews and set individual development goals
• Support recruitment of specialist analytics talent as needed
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence
• Deliver training on planning, reporting tools, and data quality processes
• 107468 | Operations | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Services | Full-Time | Permanent
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