Henning Schult

Henning Schult currently serves as Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs & Strategy at Allianz Group, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's approach to digital transformation within the insurance and asset management sectors. His responsibilities encompass overseeing all regulatory aspects related to Allianz’s digital initiatives, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory regimes while strategically positioning the Group to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the digital economy. Henning’s deep expertise in systemic risk regulation, macroprudential supervision, and digital ecosystems enables him to navigate complex regulatory landscapes such as Solvency II, International Capital Standards (ICS), and cross-border regulatory frameworks effectively.

A recognized thought leader, Henning frequently shares his insights at high-profile forums including the World Economic Forum and various regulatory conferences, where he advocates for a forward-looking, adaptive regulatory order tailored to the digital economy. His work involves not only managing regulatory compliance but also actively contributing to the development of innovative regulatory policies that foster digital ecosystem resilience and systemic stability. Henning’s strategic influence extends to negotiations with policymakers, supervisors, and industry stakeholders, where his expertise in IT law, capital markets law, and international legal frameworks helps shape a balanced regulatory environment conducive to innovation.

His key projects include the development of Allianz’s Group Digital Regulatory Strategy, aligning digital platform regulation with macroprudential oversight, and fostering collaboration across jurisdictions to address systemic risks associated with digital ecosystems. With a comprehensive skill set that spans compliance, international law, and digitalization, Henning Schult continues to be at the forefront of creating a sustainable, innovative, and resilient regulatory landscape for the Allianz Group and the broader financial industry.