Allianz Partners to cut up to 1,800 jobs as AI adoption accelerates
Allianz Partners, a German insurer, is planning to downsize its workforce by 1,500–1,800 positions as the company increases its use of artificial intelligence (AI), according to a report by Bloomberg. The reductions will affect multiple European countries and will be carried out through severance packages, early retirement schemes, and other voluntary arrangements. Allianz Partners CEO Tomas Kunzmann addressed the matter at an event in Munich, Germany, stating that voluntary departure schemes have already been implemented in Spain, France, Germany, Italy, and the Benelux region.
With a current headcount exceeding 22,000 employees, Allianz Partners had previously hinted that its workforce numbers could be impacted by the adoption of AI technology, which is seen as a contributing factor to the upcoming reductions. Kunzmann mentioned that negotiations with works councils have been ongoing for the past six months.
The growing concern over the impact of AI on jobs is becoming more apparent as significant investments continue to pour into the industry. Bloomberg Economics projects that 27% of employees in developed economies could face significant disruption due to AI technology.
In a related development, Ergo, the primary insurance arm of Munich Re, is also looking to reduce its workforce by approximately 1,000 jobs in Germany, citing the expansion of AI as a driving force behind the decision.
The trend of insurers across Europe adjusting their operations in response to the increased use of AI is reflected in the actions taken by Allianz Partners. Kunzmann reassured that employees affected by the changes would be treated fairly throughout the process.
In a separate report released in May, Allianz, the parent company of Allianz Partners, announced that shareholders’ core net income had reached €3.8 billion ($4.34 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 48.4% increase from the same period last year. Excluding the impact of stake disposals in Indian joint ventures and other offsetting factors, core net income saw a 7% growth, primarily driven by stronger operating profit.
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