Associate (m/f/d) in Global Private Debt Platform

Job purpose/role Allianz Investment Management SE (AIM) in Stuttgart is responsible for the investment strategy and its implementation for the German Life and Health insurance entities of Allianz. As part of the Investment Strategy Team, you will help shape the private debt investment strategy for a global, diversified portfolio of more than EUR 300bn in assets under management. Key responsibilities Shape and implement the global investment strategy in private debt Drive data analytics initiatives , including data quality improvements, dashboard development and ad-hoc insights Monitor portfolio development and performance, and prepare investment reportings Evaluate complex and large-scale private debt investment proposals through qualitative and quantitative financial analysis, valuation, and credit assessments, in close collaboration with senior investment professionals Contribute to decision-making processes at global and local levels, particularly in relation to investment transactions Build and maintain trusted relationships with internal stakeholders and external asset managers Key requirements/skills/experience Master’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Data Science or a related field 3+ years work experience in investment, finance, or valuation functions, ideally with exposure to private markets, alternative assets and data-related topics Strong interest in financial markets and investments as well as data analytics, programming, or databases (e.g. Python, SQL) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with clear communication skills Proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, with a strong sense of ownership, results orientation, and ability to work under tight deadlines Fluent in English and German (written and spoken), other European languages are a plus What we offer Our buddy program, a welcome event and a structured onboarding to help you get started with AIM. A broad range of learning opportunities will help you staying relevant in your current role and growing into future workplace demands An open and international working environment with a diverse and inclusive culture will inspire your everyday work. A working model which balances remote and office based work will give you the flexibility to organize the way you work. A company pension scheme, well-being initiatives, sports offers and other local benefits will allow you achieving a positive work life balance. 102562 | Asset & Investment Management | Professional | | Allianz Investment Management | Full-Time | Permanent 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 customers 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 customers 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 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.