Operational Risk Manager

The successful candidate will manage Operational risks for GIH and its subsidiaries that have outsourced such activities to GIH, performing the following:

• Identify and assess the inherent operational risks in a forward-looking perspective to avoid future operational events (Annual Risk Assessment)
• Define and implement the operational risk process
• Define and implement the Event and Loss Data Collection process
• Perform qualitative operational risk analysis
• Manage reporting activities related to operational risk, event, and loss towards the top management of the Company
• Monitor the implementation of the action plans

Requirements

The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance or Quantitative disciplines (or equivalent experience)
• Extensive understanding of Financial Markets and Asset Management Industry practices with at least 3-5 years of relevant related experience in Risk Management or Operations (or other similar experience - e.g. Business Consulting)
• Minimum 2 years operational risk management experience or extensive experience in operations
• Strong understanding of Asset Management Companies' organization and processes
• Up-to-date working knowledge of regulatory requirements and changes, especially those related to the Asset Management Industry
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Familiarity with risk management software and methodologies (e.g. Risk Metrics, Liquidity Metrics)

Nice to have:

• Working experience in a UK or US based asset management financial institution is a plus. Experience in developing and implementing automated solutions using Python, ability to design and develop automated scripts using Python and integrate them with existing workflows is a plus
• Working knowledge of VBA, R or Matlab for statistical analysis is a plus

Soft skills

• Impactful Communicator: strong ability to engage with Board, Executive, and regulators, delivering clear and persuasive communication
• Collaborative Leader: proven record of building partnerships across all levels and embedding sound operational risk practices
• Strategic Problem-Solver: exceptional critical thinking, data-driven analysis, and ability to convert complex challenges into actionable plans
• Experienced Risk Expert: deep knowledge of risk management, regulatory frameworks, and operational resilience
• Visionary & Pragmatic: balances strategic foresight with practical solutions aligned to business realities
• Adaptable & Results-Focused: thrives in dynamic environments, managing change effectively and delivering tangible outcomes

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. Generali Investments, characterized by an innovative product offering and significant geographical diversification, supports the acceleration of our Group's Investments and Asset Management strategy. The Generali Investments Ecosystem is spread across the world, allowing us to strengthen our knowledge of multiple markets and significantly improve the service rendered to our customers.

The Operation Risk team is responsible for the steering and coordination of the implementation of Operational and Digital Risk Management Framework, including the adoption and implementation of applicable internal regulation by Legal Entities belonging to Generali Investments.

You will gain exposure to several international asset management companies in Europe and US, managing sophisticated strategies and different opening models.

The team is also responsible for managing the Operational and Digital risk management lifecycle for GIH and its subsidiaries that have outsourced such activities to GIH.