Job Description

Role Description

As our Physical& Protective Security you will support the Head of Business Continuity Management to review the existing operating model and ensure that it is fit for the changing security landscape that Allianz now operates within.



Allianz is a FCA regulated organisation, with it's own unique complexities, which provides various challenges and requires an individual who is capable of quickly understanding our Company culture, who has a collaborative mindset, to provide the SME support required by the business.



This role is responsible for delivering the people and premises security aspects of the Protection and Resilience Framework. To achieve this, the role will collaborate with people in Risk, Health and Safety, Facilities Management, Operational Resilience, Business Operations, People and Communications.



Reporting into the Head of Business Continuity Management, this role will also be responsible for the following:



Acting as an SME (Subject Matter Expert) for Physical& Protective Security to provide a target operating model that is fit for purpose for the current risk landscape Allianz operates within. Use existing knowledge and contacts to ensure that Allianz UK delivers the requirements of the Physical& Protective security functional rule, through the use of a supply chain. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key physical security providers and authorities. Being responsible for all reporting (including developing reporting tools such as dashboards) associated with Physical& Protective Security within the UK and at Group level on status of each aspect of Physical& Protective security Enforcing implementation and operation of controls and process requirements Acting as a single point of contact or undertaking as appropriate actions on Physical& Protective Security audits, completing the self-assessments, participating in reviews and providing documentation Interfacing with, and acting, as a key contact for other parts of the risk management community including Business Continuity Management, Crisis Management, Threat Monitoring, Global Incident Management, Information Security etc. Supporting on the leading, managing and delivering of all activities required to meet the requirements of our Group's functional rule for Physical& Protective Security Overseeing and assuring a programme of both corporate and site Threat Analysis and Risk assessments (TARA's), working closely with landlords and other tenants to ensure that the estate meets minimum standards for physical security Attending various meetings organised by Allianz and representing Physical& Protective Security activities as and when required.

Salary Information

Pay:

Circa 65,000

Pay is based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary is only one part of our total reward package.



About You



To be a success in this role, you will have previous experience of Physical& Protective security regulations and frameworks for a large, multisite corporate business as well as the following:

Essential:

A strategic mindset, and ability to implement changes to a new target operating model to meet new security challenges being faced by Allianz Demonstrable experience of developing and implementing a Physical& Protective security strategy within a complex corporate environment Demonstrate experience of managing security monitoring and research, physical security, executive security, event security, travel and expat security, personnel security, and fraud Significant experience working in a corporate security environment and comfortable dealing with individuals at all levels within the organisation Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of security functions within corporate organisations and comfortable dealing with other risk management SME's Understanding, or willingness to learn, about the security related regulatory standards and frameworks across IT and HR Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of security functions within corporate organisations and comfortable dealing with other risk management SMEs (Financial services preferable, but not essential) An understanding of best practice in all aspects of Physical& Protective security and raising awareness across business functions Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including matrix management and organisation of wider collaboration Strength in organisation and planning to ensure that deadlines and business objectives are met within fast paced environments IT literacy, comfortable using Microsoft Office

Desirable:

Experience of security functions within a regulated corporate organisation Membership of a professional security body such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), Project management experience Driving licence

What We Will Offer You



Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from- so you can pick a package that's perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That's on top of enjoying all the benefits you'd expect from the world's number one insurance brand, including:



Flexible buy/sell holiday options Hybrid working Annual performance related bonus Contributory pension scheme Development days A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet Retail discounts Volunteering days

Our Ways of Working

Do you need flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it's right for our customers, our business and for you, then we'll do everything we can to make it happen. Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.



Diversity& Inclusion

At Allianz, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, demonstrated by our numerous accreditations: EDGE certified for gender inclusion, Women in Finance Charter members, Disability Confident employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Business in the Community's Race at Work Charter signatories, and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer.

We embrace neurodiversity and welcome applications from neurodivergent and disabled candidates, offering tailored adjustments to ensure your success.

We encourage our employees to advocate for their needs, whether it's assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements.



Accessible Application for All

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions through the Offer an Interview Scheme, for those meeting the essential skills for the role.

Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications.

Hr-recruitment@allianz.co.uk

For any inquiries or to submit your application, please contact: Scott Burns.



If you are an at-risk candidate facing potential redeployment, please include this information in your CV.



We reserve the right to close the ad early if we reach enough applications.



Closing date18/06/2025



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75180 | Operations | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz UK | Full-Time | Permanent