Rodrigo Jimenez will take over the Hong Kong based role in October following Paul Flanagan’s retirement after more than three decades with the firm.
Rodrigo Jimenez has been named regional chief executive for Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific.
He will take up the post on 1 October 2025, following a three-month transition period beginning in July.
Jimenez (pictured) replaces Paul Flanagan, who is retiring after 34 years with the trade credit insurer.
The appointment is subject to regulatory approval.
Jimenez joined Allianz Trade in 2014 as chief executive in Brazil.
Since 2021, he has been regional commercial director for Northern Europe and a member of the regional management team.
In that role, he has helped strengthen distribution channels and forge closer ties with the risk department to support growth and retention.
He has also played a central role in digital transformation initiatives across the region.
Jimenez holds an MBA from Fundação Dom Cabral and a degree in economics from the University of São Paulo.
He said: “It is an incredibly exciting time to be joining the Asia Pacific region.
“I am inspired by the growth Asia Pacific has already achieved and the transformative journey ahead, with plans to extend our presence to Vietnam, the thirteenth market in the region.
“Paul has set the bar high, establishing a solid foundation for this expansion, based on an unwavering commitment to customer experience and operational excellence.
“I look forward to continuing this mission, reinforcing our leadership position and driving innovation that delivers lasting value to our clients and partners across the region.
“I would like to congratulate Paul on an exemplary 34-year career at Allianz Trade and wish him every happiness in his retirement.”
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