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Business Analyst / Application Owner (f/m/d)

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Allianz

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Data
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Frankfurt

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years as a Business Analyst, strong communication skills, tech understanding (SAP/Non-SAP), problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in English; German is a plus.
  • You will coordinate application operations, monitor performance, oversee upgrades, ensure security compliance, support finance transformation, and optimize data flows while collaborating with external teams.

Requirements

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills combined with good technical understanding and pro-active mindset essential
  • 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst / Application Owner or similar role.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the technological framework (SAP, Non-SAP) relevant to asset manager's business as well as the underlying interfaces
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to design and develop application changes
  • Ability to adapt and respond to challenging / fast-paced situations and to deal with high complexity.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in English. Additional German language skills would be advantageous.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and other relevant software (e.g., Power BI).

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with external providers to ensure the daily operations, maintenance, and support of the application(s).
  • Monitor the performance and service levels provided by the external team to ensure system availability and reliability.
  • Oversee system upgrades, patches, and enhancements in collaboration with the external provider.
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership to the internal team and the external provider.
  • Ensure seamless integration and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and the external provider.
  • Lead the design and implementation of technical solutions to meet business requirements, working closely with the external team.
  • Monitor system performance and identify areas for improvement, working with the external provider.
  • Optimize system configurations and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, in collaboration with the external team.
  • Implement best practices for system performance tuning and capacity planning, with input from the external provider.
  • Ensure the relevant application comply with internal and external security standards and regulations, in partnership with the external provider.
  • Oversee the implementation and maintenance of security protocols, user access controls, and data protection measures by the external team.
  • Support regular security audits and vulnerability assessments, coordinating with the external provider.
  • Coordinate with external partners for system integrations and support.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand their needs and provide appropriate solutions, involving the external team as necessary.
  • Actively support of finance transformation activities.
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Research and evaluate new technologies and trends in data warehousing and analytics.
  • Streamlining and optimizing the dataflows between finance systems.
  • Setup of a application specific data quality control system, support for building integrated validation & control framework.
  • Managing the application lifecycle and integration aspects from phase-in to decommissioning of the application.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we support remote work in a hybrid format according to internal guidelines.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst / Application Owner or in a similar role, along with a strong technical understanding and proficiency in English. Additional German language skills are advantageous.

Is there any relocation support available?

Yes, relocation support may be made available for new employees not presently residing in Frankfurt.

What technologies and systems should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have a comprehensive understanding of the technological frameworks relevant to asset management, including both SAP and Non-SAP systems.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within the company?

Yes, Allianz Global Investors offers various career opportunities within the entire Allianz Group.

What kind of team environment can employees expect?

Employees can expect a diverse, collaborative, and supportive team comprising technologists, project managers, and data analysts.

What are the immediate focus areas for this role?

Immediate focus areas include streamlining and optimizing data flows between finance systems, setting up a data quality control system, and managing the application lifecycle from phase-in to decommissioning.

What benefits do employees receive?

Employees enjoy flexible working arrangements, mental health and wellbeing programs, career development opportunities, family support services, and various mobility solutions, among other benefits.

Is proficiency in additional software required?

Yes, proficiency in MS Office Suite and other relevant software, such as Power BI, is required.

How important are communication skills for this position?

Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for effectively working with stakeholders and external teams.

Allianz

Our purpose: We secure your future. Our promise is to give confidence in tomorrow.

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1890
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Allianz Group is one of the world's leading insurers and asset managers with more than 100 million private and corporate customers in more than 70 countries. We are proud to be the Worldwide Insurance Partner of the Olympic & Paralympic Movements from 2021 until 2028 and to be recognized as one of the industry leaders in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. 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. Join us and together, let’s care for tomorrow.