Director of Ethics Innovation | Hybrid

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The Director of Ethics Innovation will be responsible for advancing Allianz Life's Ethics Program by implementing innovative strategies that foster a strong culture of trust and integrity. This leadership role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience managing ethics programs, engaging with industry organizations focused on ethics, and developing innovative ethics-related programs that advance a company's ethical culture. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, a passion for promoting ethical behavior, and the ability to inspire and influence stakeholders at all levels.

What You Do

• Lead the development and execution of strategic plans to continuously elevate the ethics program, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry leading practices.
• Foster a culture of trust and integrity by promoting ethical behavior and decision-making across the organization.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate ethical considerations into business strategies and operations.
• Engage with industry organizations and thought leaders to stay abreast of emerging trends and influence innovative practices into the ethics program.
• Develop and deliver training and awareness initiatives to reinforce ethical standards and practices among employees.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the ethics program, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Identify and assess potential ethical risks within the organization and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Leverage technology, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics to build innovative solutions.
• Manage the budget and resources allocated to the ethics program, ensuring efficient and effective use to maximize impact.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and management on ethical issues, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Lead a team of ethics professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Oversee the investigation of ethics-related concerns and ensure appropriate resolution in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Prepare and present reports on the ethics program to senior leadership and the board of directors, highlighting key achievements and areas for development.
  
  

What You Bring

• Degree in Business, Law, Ethics, Compliance or a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing ethics programs within a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to ethics and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative strategies that enhance ethical culture.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience collaborating with industry organizations and thought leaders in the ethics field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical judgment
• Utilization of artificial intelligence tools and resources (e.g. generative AI).
• You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and will not require immigration sponsorship for visa status now or in the future (e.g. H1-B, L-1, TN, etc). If you are currently on CPT/OPT, you are ineligible due to the need for future immigration sponsorship.
  
  

Range $117,000 - $157,000

Actual base salary may vary based upon factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity of peers, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual incentive program.

77144 | Legal & Compliance | Management | Non-Executive | Allianz US Life | Full-Time | Permanent

What We Offer

At Allianz Life, we're proud to provide a benefits package that supports the True Balance of our employees and their families. We offer a choice of comprehensive medical and dental plan options, a generous time off plan and an outstanding 401(k) company match. Plus, our employees enjoy an award-winning campus with an array of discounted amenities, including an onsite health center, child development center, fitness facility, convenience store and two cafeterias. Our employees and leaders take an active role in shaping our culture through our Employee Resource Groups, whose activities and advocacy contribute to an environment that welcomes, includes and celebrates diversity. Our generous benefits, campus amenities and inclusive, engaged culture are among the many reasons we're routinely recognized as a top workplace employer.

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 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.

Join us. Let's care for tomorrow.

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