Senior Accountant II

<div><div><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">We are looking for a Senior Accountant based in Chicago.  This will be a hybrid role.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"aaed607e-c2a3-5841-9fb4-41037bfa0faf|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469777841,"Times New Roman",469777842,"Times New Roman",469777843,"Times New Roman",469777844,"Times New Roman",469769226,"Times New Roman",335559740,"240",201341983,"0",335559739,"200",201342446,"1",201342447,"5",201342448,"1",201342449,"1",201341986,"1",268442635,"24",469775450,"paragraph",201340122,"2",134233614,"true",469778129,"paragraph",335572020,"1",134233118,"true",134233117,"true",469778324,"Normal"]}" data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">Your Team  </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></strong></span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">Our team is committed to </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">invest</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> in our people through training and professional development while supporting you along the way—all so you can meet your career goals. To us, the most important measure of our success is yours.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><strong>Some of your specific responsibilities could include</strong>:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Document application of policies, procedures and workflow for assigned areas of responsibility</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Archive records to satisfy audit and statutory requirements</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Draft standards to improve quality as well as active contribution in improving and implementing global operation cycles, processes and workflows as well as the implementation of global policies and procedures</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Ensure that all IFRS, GAAP and Statutory closing and reporting tasks (e.g. annual report, reporting to regulatory authorities, NAIC reporting, other internal/external reporting requirements) related to own area of responsibility are accurate and timely on a global basis</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Complete assigned postings, Journal Entries and Account reconciliations on a periodic basis. Reconcile and settle intercompany transactions within the affiliated company group</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Coordination, transfer and reconciliation of data from interfaces of front-end systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Take care of monthly legal entity close submission activities, including posting of accruals, deferred acquisition expenses and other accounting transactions</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Manage relationship with 3rd parties (auditors, biz units, tax authorities, public authorities, etc.)</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Assist internal clients (e.g. other departments) with reports, research and other activities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Manage relationship with 3rd parties (auditors, business units, tax authorities, public authorities, etc.)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Identify problems and opportunities for improvements; propose creative solutions that improve qualitative and quantitative performance</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">What You’ll Bring to the Role</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></strong></span></p></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">5-7 years experience in reinsurance, P&C insurance and / or asset management</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">5-7 years experience in proven understanding of standard accounting (GAAP & IFRS) for insurance and reinsurance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">3-5 years experience in project and team work in an international and dynamic environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Understanding insurance financial statements and their performance measurement including drivers</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="16" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Comprehensive knowledge of local GAAP, IAS / IFRS, Regulatory, Tax and other relevant requirements (such as Allianz Accounting policies) writing reporting, compliance and declaration</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Ability to handle complex processes (closing, reporting, finance operations) including understanding of data flows</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="18" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">AI Literacy: AI data analysis and workflow automation using applications like Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT etc.</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business degree</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="20" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Locally recognized professional qualification related to Accounting (e.g. CPA, ACCA, etc.), if applicable.</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;" role="list"><li style="font-size: 12pt;" role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="35" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" aria-setsize="-1"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> <span data-teams="true">A willingness to learn and explore how AI can enhance your role and the broader organization is expected.</span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><em><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">External applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada without the need for current or future employment-based sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time, nor can we guarantee future sponsorship.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></em></span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><strong>US Applicants</strong>:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">The annualized base pay range for this role is $65,00 - $85,000 USD.  The annual base salary range represents nationwide market range. The actual salary for this position may be above and will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate. The base pay is just one component of the AzC total compensation package. As part of our comprehensive compensation and highly rated benefits programs, employees are also eligible for annual performance-based cash incentive awards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><strong>Canada Applicants</strong>:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">AI technology may be used to assess applications for keywords and essential qualifications. However, all AI-filtered candidate information will be reviewed by an Allianz Commercial team member, as our AI processes are subject to human oversight.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">The annualized base pay range for this role is $75,000 - $90,000 CAD.  We also offer a target bonus of 5%. The annual base salary range represents a nationwide market range. The actual salary for this position may be above and will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate. The base pay is just one component of the AzC total compensation package.  As part of our comprehensive compensation and highly rated benefits programs, employees are also eligible for annual performance-based cash incentive awards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">Be advised that the position you are applying for involves responsibilities related to cash handling. As part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our operations, all candidates </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">( internal</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> and external) selected for this role will be </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">required</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> to undergo a background check. This process includes, but </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">is not limited to, verification of criminal history and financial history. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and consent to the background check as a condition of employment.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p><p> </p></div></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">100406 | Finance & Accounting | Professional | Allianz Commercial | Full-Time | Permanent</span></p> <p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What’s in it for you? </strong></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Let’s care about everything that makes you, you </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.  We offer a hybrid working model, which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working.  Please feel free to discuss flexible working arrangements with us. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Let’s care for your financial wellbeing </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We believe in rewarding performance with a great compensation and benefits package (details vary by location), including a generous bonus scheme and pension. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Let’s care for your opportunities to progress </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Let’s care for life’s twists and turns </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">From our support for flexible working, health and wellbeing (including private healthcare and generous parental leave benefits), to helping people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach. We've got your back. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Let’s care for our society and our planet </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">With opportunities to be engaged in shaping a future that is safe, inclusive and sustainable, we care for the tomorrows of our people, our industry and our clients. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Care to join us? </strong></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Allianz Commercial is the center of expertise of Allianz Group, insuring mid-sized businesses, large enterprises, and special risks. Our customers include top consumer brands, financial institutions, industry leaders, the global aviation and shipping industries, as well as family-owned and medium-enterprises. We also cover unique risks such as offshore wind farms, infrastructure projects and film productions. Our clients trust us to provide a wide range of traditional and alternative risk transfer solutions, outstanding risk consulting and multinational services, and seamless claims handling. Allianz Commercial helps customers to prepare for what's ahead.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Learn more about careers at Allianz Commercial by clicking <a href="https://careers.allianz.com/go/Allianz-Commercial/9049901/">here</a>.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Learn more about Allianz Commercial by clicking <a href="https://commercial.allianz.com/about-us/about-allianz-commercial.html">here</a>.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">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 matters, and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, 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.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Join us.</strong> Let's care for tomorrow. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>People with disabilities: </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">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 <a href="mailto:agcsglobalcareers@allianz.com">agcsglobalcareers@allianz.com</a></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Recruitment Agencies: </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Allianz Commercial has an in-house recruitment team, which focuses on sourcing great candidates directly. Allianz Commercial does not accept unsolicited resumes from agency or search firm.Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired.  When we do use agencies, we have a PSL in place, so please do not contact managers directly. Failure to comply could/may result in the disqualification of the candidates and/or the termination of our contract and/or fees not being paid.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span data-teams="true">#LI-SP1</span> <br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>#LI-Hybrid</strong></span></p>

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Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...