IT Auditor

Generali Italia; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart working and flexible working

Corporate welfare benefits program

Access to learning platforms

Job summary

Generali Italia SpA is seeking an IT & Operations Audit professional to oversee audit activities across digital technologies and operating models in Generali Investments Holding and international subsidiaries. The role provides independent assurance on IT controls, risk management, and resilience to support agility and innovation.

You will plan, execute, and report IT audits, assess controls, ensure regulatory compliance (DORA), collaborate with international teams, and contribute to risk

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science, IT, engineering, economics, or related field.
• 3-5 years of IT Audit, IT Risk Management, IT Consulting, or related experience.
• Knowledge of COBIT, ISO 27001, and ITIL.
• Understanding IT risks and controls: cybersecurity, data governance, cloud, resilience.
• Knowledge of DORA and IT regulatory requirements for financial services.
• Excellent English, written and spoken.
• Willingness to travel internationally.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document IT audit engagements across Group companies.
• Assess IT controls: access management, change management, cybersecurity, BC/DR, third-party vendor risk.
• Evaluate compliance with IT regulations including DORA.
• Collaborate with local and international teams to collect evidence.
• Prepare audit reports in English for senior management and stakeholders.
• Monitor remediation actions and track progress.
• Contribute to IT risk assessments and annual audit planning.
• Enhance audit methodologies with data analytics and emerging tech.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Report writing

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Independence in international teams

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The IT & Operations Audit Center of Excellence (CoE) oversees audit activities across digital technologies and operational models within Generali Investments Holding and its international subsidiaries. The function provides independent assurance on the effectiveness of technology-related controls, risk management frameworks, and operational processes, supporting the organization in enhancing agility, innovation, operational resilience, and service delivery.

The team identifies areas for improvement, promotes operational excellence, and fosters a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and innovation across the Group.

• Plan, execute, and document IT audit engagements covering systems, infrastructures, applications, and IT processes across Group companies.
• Assess the effectiveness and adequacy of IT controls, including access management, change management, cybersecurity, business continuity, and third-party/vendor management.
• Evaluate compliance with IT regulations and industry requirements, with particular focus on DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act) and other applicable financial services regulations.
• Collaborate with local teams across Italy and international Group entities to collect evidence and perform audit activities.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and structured audit reports in English for senior management and international stakeholders.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of remediation actions agreed with management.
• Contribute to the ongoing IT risk assessment activities and support the annual audit planning process.
• Support the continuous enhancement of audit methodologies, tools, and innovative approaches, including data analytics and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in IT Audit, IT Risk Management, IT Consulting, or related areas.
• Good knowledge of IT audit frameworks and methodologies such as COBIT, ISO 27001, and ITIL.
• Solid understanding of IT risks and controls related to cybersecurity, data governance, cloud infrastructures, and operational resilience.
• Knowledge of DORA and other IT regulatory requirements applicable to the financial services industry.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Availability to travel internationally when required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of AI-based solutions, automation, data management, or data analytics applied to audit activities.
• Previous experience within the asset management, insurance, or financial services sector.
• Experience working in international and multicultural environments.

Skills

• Analytical and critical thinking.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work independently and within international teams.

What we offer

The role is offered within the 3^ Area Professionale category, under the National Collective Labour Agreement for the Banking Sector (CCNL Credito) and the applicable Company Supplementary Agreement (Contratto Integrativo Aziendale).

The starting gross annual salary is € 40.000

The final offer will be aligned with the candidate’s professional experience, technical and soft skills relevant to the role.

We also offer:

• Smart working and flexible working hours
• Corporate welfare benefits program
• Access to learning platforms.

Why work with us

Joining Generali means becoming part of an international Group with a strong heritage and a forward-looking vision, where people are at the heart of its sustainable growth strategy.

At Generali, we foster a responsible, inclusive, and innovation-driven work environment where everyone can make a meaningful contribution to creating value for our customers, society, and the communities in which we operate.

We offer professional development opportunities, continuous learning programs, and internal mobility paths, recognizing and rewarding talent and merit.

We believe that flexibility is a key driver of employee wellbeing and supports a sustainable balance between professional and personal life.

Working at Generali means sharing strong values and embracing complex challenges to help build, together and every day, a safer and more sustainable future.

At Generali, we promote a corporate culture based on diversity, equity, and inclusion, convinced that valuing differences is a key factor in the Group's sustainable growth.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Generali evaluates all applications exclusively on the basis of objective and gender-neutral criteria, considering candidates' skills, experience, and potential, while ensuring fairness and transparency throughout every stage of the recruitment process.

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.

Generali Investments Holding (GIH) oversees the Generali Group's global Asset Management activities, GIH gathers all the Generali affiliates, acting as majority shareholder. With over 600 bn€ under management, it is one of the leading European asset managers.