Senior Internal Auditor – IT, Security & Third Parties

Banca Generali (
www.bancagenerali.com
) is a private bank leader in Italy in financial planning and in the protection of clients through a network of private consultants at the top of the sector in terms of skills and expertise/professionalism. Within the
Internal Audit
function we are looking for a talented and proactive resource to join the team.
The Internal Audit function, as an independent Third Line of Defense control function, is responsible for planning and carrying out risk-based audit engagement on Banca Generali Group. The Audit IT, Security and Third Parties team is responsible for the audit activities on IT, Security and third parties core processes in the Legal Entities of the banking group.
Carry out audit activities on the bank processes with a focus on IT & security controls policies and procedures, third parties management and related Regulation and standards
Assess the security, reliability and integrity of IT systems, including applications, databases and infrastructure
Carry out audit activities on the Controlled Legal Entities of the banking group (in Italy, Luxembourg and Switzerland) with a focus on IT & security controls and third parties management
Support the Head of Internal Audit and the team in performing risk assessment activities and defining Audit plan;
Discuss audit results with stakeholders
Write practical recommendations and audit report
Monitor audit issues and validate actions closure
Provide advisory on ad-hoc projects / topics
Stay updated on emerging IT & security trends, threats and best practices to enhance the audit process (for example, Artificial Intelligence)
Occasional travel may be required.
Requirements
We are seeking candidates with a strong academic background in STEM disciplines.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or any related field
Languages: Italian (native), English (fluent)
Strong knowledge of processes and controls in IT, Security and Artificial Intelligence Area
Good knowledge of third parties’ management process, focusing on ICT vendors governance
Strong knowledge of the key IT & Security Audit Regulations and Frameworks, such as NIST, COBIT, ITIL, Circ. 285, DORA, AI Act
Basic knowledge of corporate governance, banking business and regulatory requirements
At least
5 years
of proven experience in IT and security auditing and AI-related activities, ideally within Internal Audit functions in financial institutions.
Main Skills required
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Knowledge and ability to evaluate (with limited supervision) and enhance internal control system evaluation processes
Capability of managing risk assessment (with limited supervision)
Good written and oral communication skills, with the proven ability to present and explain complex information to diverse audiences including senior level staff
Proficiency in audit tools and processes
Strong knowledge of Internal Audit methodology and principles and of the internal control system
Good experience in the use of data analytics.
Nice to have:
Professional certification (ACCA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, CFE, CFSA) or equivalent would be an advantage
Proactive in leveraging Artificial Intelligence to enhance Internal Audit processes
High attention to detail and deadlines
Excellent analytical skills
Integrity, confidence & accountability, flexibility, and life-long learning
Resilience, stress management, time management and problem solving
Strategic and innovative thinking as well as change management
Good in negotiation, teamwork and collaboration.
What we offer
The position offers employment under the Italian National Collective Labour Agreement for the Credit Sector (CCNL Credito) and the Company Supplementary Agreement of Banca Generali.
The starting gross annual salary is approximately € 50,000.
We also offer:
Smart working and flexible working hours
Corporate welfare program
Meal vouchers
Supplementary health insurance and access to insurance coverage at preferential rates
Wellbeing initiatives
Training and development opportunities
Access to learning platform.
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 center of our sustainable growth strategy.
We foster a responsible, inclusive, and innovation-driven work environment, where everyone can contribute to creating value for customers, society, and the communities in which we operate.
We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to building a stronger culture and driving sustainable growth.
At Generali, you will find opportunities to grow through continuous learning, career development paths, and internal mobility across the Group.
We recognize talent and merit, and support flexibility as a key enabler of well-being and a sustainable work-life balance.
Working with us means sharing strong values and taking on meaningful challenges together to build a safer and more sustainable future every day.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Generali evaluates all applications based exclusively on objective and gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience and potential, ensuring fairness and transparency throughout the selection process.
Company Profile
Banca Generali
is a leading private bank in Italy, specializing in financial planning and wealth protection through a network of private financial advisors recognized among the best in the industry for their expertise and professionalism.
At Banca Generali, we are strongly committed to diversity and inclusion. We promote behaviors and initiatives that foster a sense of belonging for everyone, creating an inclusive workplace where individual differences are valued and recognized as a source of strength and innovation.

Salary : $50,000 - $56,012