Organization & Functional Governance Specialist

The GIH Organization & Functional Governance unit, part of the Asset Management Human Capital & Organization structure, is in charge of supporting business growth by leading strategic organizational development projects, and promoting the definition of a state-of-the-art asset management functional governance model.

Within the Unit, we are currently looking for an Organization & Functional Governance Specialist. The role holder will be in charge of supporting the team in all activities related to Organization & Functional Governance, having in scope the entire asset management business remit of Generali.

Main tasks will be:

1. Organization:

1. Support thorough and business-driven organizational assessments to help the team evaluate new/reshaped organizational models enabling functional and business objectives
2. Take part effectively in organizational development projects, ensuring they are executed efficiently
3. Assure continuous presidium on the asset management organizational model by drafting and maintaining key organizational documentation (e.g., roles and mandates, internal memoranda, organizational communications, org charts) as well as ensuring consistency between organizational structure and system of powers, in conjunction with the Corporate Affairs unit

2. Functional Governance:

1. Support the design of transversal decision-making processes and escalation rules to simplify the asset management governance mechanisms, with a view to boost transparency, accountability, and faster decision-making
2. Support the identification and establishment of coordination mechanisms and their functioning rules (e.g., Committees and relevant terms of reference)
3. Coordinate the adoption of the overarching asset management Internal Regulation (Policies/Guidelines) as a key element of the asset management system of governance
4. Collaborate with the relevant Accountable Functions to ensure the steps of the internal regulation process are managed timely and involve all relevant stakeholders
5. Ensure that these regulations align with industry standards and best practices, fostering a culture of efficiency and simplicity to minimize bureaucracy

3. Outsourcing framework:

1. Support the coordination of the outsourcing framework, ensuring a continuous presidium on where and how key activities/services are allocated within the asset management remit
2. Coordinate GIH stakeholders to define and maintain the scope of outsourced activities and services within Group entities
3. Coordinate relevant business referents in their control activities and contracts drafting/update, to assure common standards and efficiency
4. Support the overall outsourcing process also in terms of the reporting obligations

4. Organization / Governance PMO:

1. Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets to guide project implementation with reference to organizational/governance projects
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver on project objectives, track progress, and resolve any roadblocks
3. Maintain detailed records of project activities, milestones, and outcomes
4. Generate reports and presentations to communicate project progress and analysis findings to senior leadership

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

1. 3-4 years of seniority in organization/governance/outsourcing/related areas
2. Excellent educational background, preferably in the fields of management, business administration, finance or management engineering
3. Professional and/or educational experience in an international and/or multicultural environment
4. Experience in management consulting will be considered a plus
5. Knowledge of the asset management industry will be considered a plus
6. Fluency in English is a must. The knowledge of a second foreign language (Italian, French, German) will be considered a plus
7. Proficiency in Office tools is a must

Soft Skills:

1. High level of motivation, drive and commitment
2. Strong communication and presentation skills
3. Ability to manage issues and multiple projects in parallel
4. Self-starter, adaptable and able to prioritize
5. Ability to meet strict deadlines
6. Quick learner, proactive, and curious
7. Strong interpersonal skills

Company Profile

Generali is one of the largest global insurance and asset management providers. Established in 1831, it is present in over 50 countries worldwide, with a total premium income of €81.5 billion in 2022. With 82,000 employees serving 68 million customers, the Group has a leading position in Europe and a growing presence in Asia, Latin America, and the United States. At the heart of Generali's strategy is its Lifetime Partner commitment to customers, achieved through innovative and personalized solutions, best-in-class customer experience, and its digitalized global distribution capabilities. The Group has fully embedded sustainability into all strategic choices, aiming to create value for all stakeholders while building a fairer and more resilient society.

Generali Investments Holding S.p.A. guarantees a solid framework of steering, coordination, and services designed to support the growth of the asset management business. The company acts as a holding company retaining share capital of all Generali Investments' Business Entities, and as such oversees the organizational and functional governance matters for the whole asset management business remit.