Head Of Distribution Allianz Insurance Asia Pacific

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Join us now as Head of Distribution Allianz Insurance Asia Pacific in Singapore within the Distribution team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the distribution strategy and senior client relationship for Allianz Insurance entities across Asia Pacific, while providing strategic oversight of key client accounts within the Allianz network to ensure effective execution and high-quality client servicing. What you do Define and execute the APAC distribution strategy for Allianz Insurance channels to drive growth and strengthen AllianzGI’s presence within the Allianz ecosystem. Own senior relationships for Allianz Insurance APAC, strengthening partnerships and driving business development, cross-selling, and client engagement. Partner with distribution, product, and investment teams to deliver tailored investment solutions for insurance clients. Oversee strategic Allianz client accounts as the central interface across investment, legal, compliance, operations, and support functions. Implement mandates and product launches across the asset management value chain, ensuring timely, compliant execution. Oversee daily client servicing, escalation management, and service quality, supported by the account management team. Resolve operational issues and strengthen execution discipline, delivery standards, and continuous improvement across client accounts. Align product strategy with client needs and provide market insights for product development, positioning, and go-to-market priorities. Coordinate Product, Legal, Compliance, Operations, Risk, Finance, and IT to deliver initiatives, align governance, and meet regulatory requirements. Lead or support cross-functional initiatives, including new business implementation, process harmonisation, and ESG topics. Lead the team in balancing client relationships, operational oversight, and delivery priorities. What you bring University Degree At least 15 years of sales and relationship management experience Has knowledge /ability to explain/sell other financial products e.g. Insurance, unit-linked products Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong business sense and hands on approach Self-motivated, results oriented, creative and think of the box Strong analytical skills Intimate knowledge of markets AI skills: Microsoft CoPilot, ChatGPT What we offer Balanced work environment: A dynamic office culture that supports flexibility and collaboration Secure your future: Access to pension, retirement, and/or savings plans as applicable to the work location Shared success: Company share purchasing plan Support for what matters: Mental health and wellbeing programs Investments in your career: Career opportunities within the entire Allianz Group Investments in your skills: Comprehensive learning and development offerings, including certifications and professional qualifications … and so much more! About Allianz Global Investors Allianz Global Investors is a leading active asset manager, managing assets for individuals, families, and institutions worldwide. Our shared goal to shape a future of opportunity for our clients is foundational to our culture and our values. We look to attract, and actively nurture, individuals with the drive to achieve excellence at every stage of the investment experience. We believe an inclusive culture is key to a flourishing workforce. Not only do we celebrate the broad range of experiences, backgrounds, and attributes that our workforce brings, but we support our people to live and work in a way that promotes their own wellbeing. 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. We are united by a shared commitment: to put our clients first and at the centre of everything we do. Their needs inspire our thinking and guide our actions. Together, we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and confident to explore, grow and shape a better future – for our clients and for 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. The foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and where integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust are at the heart of our culture. 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. If you feel inspired to promote the active asset management experience, this is the place for you. Join our international, technology-enabled, and agile environment. Simply upload your CV in English to apply for this position. If you need support to navigate our websites or at any stage during your application, please send an email with your request to recruiting@allianzgi.com . To Recruitment Agencies: Allianz Global Investors has an in-house recruitment team that sources great candidates directly. Therefore, Allianz Global Investors does not accept unsolicited resumes from agency 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 Global Investors. Finally, please do not contact hiring managers directly. Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. How to Apply : Applying is quick and easy. Simply upload your CV, complete your personal details, confirm your consent for AI support in the “Additional Information” section, and submit your application. To support our recruiters, we use Fit Score—an AI‑powered tool that highlights how closely your profile aligns with the role. This helps us review applications more efficiently and focus on what matters most: your skills and experience. Good to know: The Fit Score is a support tool only. At Allianz, technology never replaces human judgment. Every application is carefully reviewed by our recruiting teams, ensuring a fair, thoughtful, and personal hiring process. 108229 | Sales & Distribution | Professional | n.a. | Allianz Global Investors | Full-Time | Permanent