Principal Tech For Financial Institutions - Milan | BCG Platinion

Boston Consulting Group (BCG); Milano; On-site; EUR 114,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Meal vouchers

Life/Accident/Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Well-being initiatives

Flexible benefits

Company car plan

Job summary

BCG Platinion in Milano area seeks a senior IT strategy consultant to bridge strategy and technology. You will lead and deliver high-impact IT projects for financial clients, shaping architecture and roadmaps, and work with executive stakeholders to turn ambitious ideas into measurable outcomes.

You bring 12+ years in IT consulting, strong leadership of multi-person teams, and fluency in Italian and English.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or informatics with high grades.
• At least 12 years of relevant IT consulting experience and lead design/management of IT projects.
• Experience in Financial Institutions and Banking.
• Project-related management experience with teams >5 people.
• Strong communication in Italian and English, spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Independently build and deepen client relationships as their trusted advisor.
• Acquire new projects and challenges for the company.
• Plan, lead, and ensure quality for strategic IT projects with focus on client success.
• Provide technical and industry guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Think across projects to plan resources with visibility into effectiveness.
• Present key project results to high-level client management.
• Contribute to people development, recruiting, and practice areas at BCG Platinion.

Skills

IT consulting

IT project leadership

Financial institutions & banking

Team leadership

IT strategy & architecture

Stakeholder communication

New business development

Bilingual Italian & English

Education

Degree in computer science or informatics

Job description

At BCG Platinion, we close the gap between strategy and technology. We design and build AI tech strategies, AI solutions, and next-generation platform architectures that turn ambition into execution, turning buzzwords into a true business engine and real competitive advantage.

Working at the intersection of boardroom strategy and hands-on tech delivery, we help leading organizations tackle their toughest challenges, with access to C-suite leaders and the unmatched resources of BCG.

What You'll Do

• Independently contribute to building and deepening close client relationships, and as their trusted advisor, be the first to whom they turn
• Acquire new projects and challenges for our company on his/her own
• Be in charge of planning, leadership, and quality assurance for strategic IT projects and work with passion for our clients' long-term success
• Use a comprehensive knowledge of technology and the industry to provide both internal and external stakeholders with the orientation they need in critical project phases and situations
• Think across projects and connecting factors, and plan resources with a clear view to their effectiveness
• Take responsibility for presenting key project results at the highest level of client management
• Work with entrepreneurial passion to advance BCG Platinion with personal contributions to people development, recruiting, and practice areas

What You'll Bring

• Degree in computer science, (business) informatics, or a related discipline with higher-than-average grades
• At least twelve years of relevant experience in IT consulting and the lead design and management of IT implementation and strategy projects
• Relevant experience in Financial Institutions and Banking
• Project-related management experience of teams with more than five people
• Knowledge of how to plan IT initiatives and build solid business cases
• Even in complex organizational structures, effectively steer decisions toward the goal and master escalating situations with an eye to solutions
• To have successfully acquired consulting projects
• Good at understanding and communicating complex topics in both Italian and English

Who You'll Work With

We make sure you never stop growing. You'll tackle exciting, high-impact challenges every day, supported by a passionate team of talented colleagues who share your drive for excellence and keep connect long after your case wraps up. Our collaborative, open culture gives you the freedom to explore and perfect your strengths, backed by individual learning opportunities and recognized certifications.

Additional info

At BCG Platinion, our people and relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that in-person collaboration plays an essential role in our culture, mentorship, and professional development. That's why we generally operate on a hybrid model, with office presence shaped by business needs, team norms, and local policies and practices. We aim to provide a dynamic and collaborative environment that fosters connection and teamwork.

Compensation Information

Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, and a market-leading benefits package described below. Our Reward Philosophy is to take a holistic approach to offer a comprehensive package which includes market-competitive base salary, discretionary performance bonus and strong benefits that are locally relevant and support both physical and mental health. Our philosophy drives our actions and aims at being competitive, fair and easy for employees to understand. We are committed to ensuring that BCG Platinion is the best place for you to thrive and grow.

The base salary range for this role is EUR 114.000,00 - EUR 122.000,00.

This is an estimated range. Any final offer would be based on objective, role-related criteria such as your relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated skills. Employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus.

BCG Platinion offers a best-in-class benefits package designed to provide comprehensive care and meaningful support to you and your family. Benefits may vary based on role, contract type, and eligibility criteria.

Our Benefits Include

• Health insurance: comprehensive medical coverage for employees with the option to extend coverage to eligible family members
• Meal vouchers and corporate discounts: daily meal allowance and access to a range of partner discounts
• Life/Accident /Disability Insurance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential psychological, legal, and financial support services
• Well-being initiatives: programs supporting physical health, mental well-being, and family needs
• Flexible benefits/Welfare: an annual flexible benefits allowance that can be used for eligible services such as education, health, transport, and leisure activities
• Company car plan: available for eligible roles

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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