Group Compliance Manager

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Group Compliance Manager

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Locations	Italy/Lombardia/Milano
Brand	Zegna
Contract type	Permanent Job
JOB FUNCTION	Corporate and Staff Functions/Legal, Compliance & Risk

Group Compliance Manager

CompanyID (accounts for anonymous companies) 693,176

ABOUT ZEGNA

The global leader in luxury menswear, ZEGNA was founded in the Italian Alps in 1910. Part of the Ermenegildo Zegna Group, the brand remains true to the values of its visionary Founder, Ermenegildo Zegna, who believed in creating world-class fabrics in harmony with both nature and local communities—a philosophy embodied by Oasi Zegna, the home of our values. The inspiration behind the brand’s values, Oasi Zegna, continues to guide everything we do at ZEGNA — from supporting our people to fostering a culture of growth, where craftsmanship and innovation are core elements of our learning processes and long-term growth strategy.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Reporting to the Group General Counsel & Board Secretary, you will be responsible for ensuring the Group’s business integrity, regulatory compliance, and governance of the internal regulation system. You will ensure adherence and conformity across the organization with external regulations, internal policies, and the system of delegations of authority, all within the SOX Act compliance framework. You will also address and oversee compliance duties at Group level, while reporting to relevant bodies (including the Audit Committee of the Board) on all compliance-related matters.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Compliance Management

Oversee and monitor the global compliance program, including adherence to SOX requirements, regulatory obligations, and internal policies.
Develop, implement, and track KPIs to measure compliance effectiveness worldwide.
Oversee the Group’s compliance and training process, ensuring effective coordination with Policy Owners and end-to-end management of learning content set-up, training delivery and reporting processes.
Proactively provide expert guidance on compliance issues and serve as a point of escalation for complex matters.

Corporate Compliance

Provide stakeholders, including investors, with the appropriate information on Group compliance, beginning with the compliance-related sections of the public reports.
Ensure compliance with LD 231 by the Italian entities.
Together with Corporate Affairs, monitor the delegations of authorities.

ESG Compliance

Partner with the ESG department to ensure global adherence to ESG-related laws and regulations.
Support ESG initiatives from a compliance perspective, acting as a sparring partner to anticipate and mitigate regulatory risks.

Ethics & Whistleblowing

Lead the Ethics Committee, ensuring robust processes for ethical decision-making and governance.
Coordinate the works of the Ethics Committee and supervise investigations of whistleblowing and misconduct cases, liaising with parties involved while guaranteeing confidentiality and compliance with legal requirements.
Promote a culture of transparency, integrity, and accountability.

Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

Prepare and deliver impactful presentations to the Board and Audit Committee in English.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on compliance, ESG and SOX matters.
Provide clear, concise, and actionable reports on compliance and ethics issues.

WHAT MAKES YOU THE PERFECT FIT

Experience & Skills

7–10 years of international experience in compliance, SOX, and/or ESG.
Solid background in reporting, auditing, and internal controls.
Good knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.
Proven track record in managing compliance programs and whistleblowing cases.
Skilled in developing and testing control processes.
Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
Strong communicator, able to explain complex topics clearly to senior management, the Board, and the Audit Committee.
Strategic mindset with the ability to turn regulations into practical business solutions.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills in multinational contexts.
Change agent with the ability to embed governance and compliance culture across the organization.

Education & Languages

Graduate in Law or a related discipline
Fluency in spoken and written English

WHY JOIN US

This is an opportunity to have a direct impact on the Group’s compliance governance, working closely with top management in an international environment. You will contribute to strengthening the company’s culture of ethics, integrity, and accountability while safeguarding its reputation and long-term success.