Distribution Marketing Specialist/Manager

• This role will help develop thoughtful well-researched thought leadership materials related to key industry trends
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify research needs and design primary research initiatives to gather valuable data and insights
• Translate primary and secondary research into compelling and thought-provoking content that resonates with target audiences and establishes the company as a trusted industry leader
• Partner across the Marketing organization to create impactful and compliant marketing assets
• Stay up-to-date with industry news and developments to ensure that thought leadership materials are timely and relevant
• Build effective working relationships with subject matter experts within the company, industry groups and academic partnerships
• Support events, webinars and podcasts prep and execution
• Continuously evaluate and improve thought leadership strategies and tactics based on performance metrics and feedback from stakeholders
• Utilization of artificial intelligence tools and resources (e.g. generative AI)

• 4-5 years of marketing experience required including experience in financial services or related field
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects and short timelines
• Curiosity about the customers and families we serve and a commitment to use those insights to improve the marketing content and journeys
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, including creative thinking and generating research ideas, with the capability to develop compelling content
• Previous experience writing and producing content for multiple formats (White papers, blogs, podcast scripts, etc.)
• A sense of humor and flexibility, or a willingness to fill gaps as they emerge
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Experience with Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel & PowerPoint)
• 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.

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 great benefits, campus amenities and inclusive, engaged culture are among the many reasons we’re routinely recognized as a top workplace employer.