Data Protection Expert

Generali Italia SpA; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Generali Italia SpA seeks a Data Protection Expert to join the Chief Compliance Officer function. The role centers on advising the business on data protection, performing DPO monitoring, and drafting reports for senior management across asset management entities.

The ideal candidate will have a law- or economics-related degree, 4+ years in data protection, strong English, and the ability to work autonomously in a complex environment. Willingness to travel within Italy and abroad is required.

Qualifications

• University degree in law, political sciences or economics.
• Excellent knowledge of English (C1).
• 4+ years in legal or internal control with a data protection focus.
• Adequate knowledge of European and Italian data protection law.
• Familiarity with asset management internal control systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide advisory support on data protection matters, including DPIAs for the asset management perimeter.
• Perform DPO monitoring and draft operational reports for the perimeter entities.
• Draft DPO reports for senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Liaise with Data Protection Officers abroad on privacy matters.
• Support global/local projects identifying data protection solutions.
• Assist in preparing training initiatives on personal data protection topics.

Skills

Data protection

Legal/compliance

Analytical thinking

English (C1)

Autonomy

Education

University degree

Job description

Within the Chief Compliance Officer function we are looking for a talented and proactive resource to join the team as Data Protection Expert.

The ideal candidate will support the team working on the following activities:

• Report to the Head of Data Protection (who in turn reports to the Chief Compliance Officer)
• Provide advisory support to the business in connection with data protection matters, including opinions on Data Protection Impact Assessments, for all asset management and non-regulated companies falling under the relevant perimeter
• Timely perform DPO monitoring and control activities for all asset management and non-regulated companies falling under the relevant perimeter and drafting the respective operational reports
• Draft the DPO Reports for all asset management and non-regulated companies falling under the relevant perimeter for the senior management and Board of Directors
• Liaise with the Data Protection Officers abroad in relation to data protection related matters regarding any of the asset management foreign entities
• Support global/local projects and initiatives identifying and providing solution for data protection related matters
• Provide support in preparing training initiatives on personal data protection topics

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

• University level degree or comparable, preferably in law, political sciences or economics
• Excellent knowledge of English (C1 level)
• Successful track record of at least 4 years in prior legal or internal control functions with a specific focus on data protection matters, especially in complex environments, with a view of being able to discharge the assigned tasks with a high level of autonomy
• Adequate knowledge of the relevant European and Italian legal framework
• Adequate knowledge of internal control systems and processes commonly adopted in the asset management industry
• Problem-solving and analytical skillset
• Ability to drive topics and deliver results even under pressure and time constraints
• Availability to travel in Italy and abroad
• Team player

Company Profile

Generali is a major player in the global insurance industry – a strategic and highly important sector for the growth, development and welfare of modern societies. Over almost 200 years, we have built a multinational Group that is present in more than 60 countries, with 470 companies and nearly 80,000 employees. Our Group aims to become the standard bearer and industry leader in the European retail insurance market, building on our existing base of 50 million retail clients, out of an overall total of 72 million.

Generali Investments Holding S.p.A. guarantees a solid framework of services designed to support various asset management activities. Key elements include back-office activities, organized to provide maximum efficiency; advanced reporting systems and sophisticated technological infrastructures. The company also acts as a holding company, retaining share capital in the boutiques and Generali asset management companies.

Within the Asset Management, the Data Protection team primarily ensures the regular and timely fulfillment of the core duties typically entrusted to the Data Protection Officer of GenAM SGR, GRE SGR, GRE S.p.A. and GIH S.p.A., in accordance with the relevant European and Italian personal data protection regulations. The Data Protection team also performs oversight and coordination over the Data Protection Officers of the European Generali asset management companies.Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, the Data Protection team guarantees the respect of policies and regulations on privacy topics.