“What I discovered is that Allianz is an organisation with a serious focus on innovation and transformation, in an industry sector also going through rapid change.”

“I’m currently in a role focused on exploring new technologies for data access and reporting, to deliver this transformation. I’m learning fast as I hypothesise, talk to people, test, prove and move on. I already have a lot of autonomy around where I focus and what I do, and I have open access to the knowledge, experience and support of really experienced people.”

“I think one of the most important skills I’m learning is how to identify who I need to speak to, and how to approach people to get what I need to help them. The welcoming and positive way everybody responds has made my exploration into the unknown an incredibly satisfying experience.”

Joining the Allianz graduate program, she found this combination. “We work hard and get the job done, but in a relaxed atmosphere. I have flexibility to balance my hard work with time off to have a life and recharge my batteries, so I have the focus I need to do great work.”

“With the limited graduate intake at Allianz, I also have more time with my experienced colleagues, and my sponsor is a General Manager with incredibly helpful perspectives and guidance around professional practice and my career opportunities.”

“In the meantime, I’m trusted to do real work, and learn faster by doing. A good example is the report I’ve been trusted to research and produce, which shows how our division is performing in the market. It’s an important report for making a whole range of business decisions each month.”

“Just a few months into my graduate role, I feel respected and I am an equal member of the team.”