Reserved role — Italian Law 68⁄1999 (art. Milan, Italy · Hybrid · Full-time · Reports to the VP of Operations

This role is open exclusively to candidates belonging to the protected categories under Italian Law 68⁄1999 and registered with the collocamento mirato lists.

About Cardo AI
Since 2018, Cardo AI has been building the technology that makes Private Credit and Asset-Based Finance (ABF) markets more accessible and efficient. More than (40 billion in assets now run on our platform, helping banks, trustees, and investors move faster, make better decisions, and get more from their portfolios.
Our ambition is to help the ABF market grow beyond )40 trillion, and we’re pursuing it as one international team spread across Milan, London, New York, Tirana, and Prishtina.

Every growing company depends on two things working quietly in the background: people being hired, paid, and supported properly, and money being spent carefully and accounted for accurately. In this role, you’ll own both.
As Operations Manager for Talent & Finance, you’ll be based in our Milan office and report directly to our VP of Operations. You’ll make sure new colleagues have a smooth start, that payroll is right every single month, and that leadership always has a clear picture of where our money goes. Talent Operations
Own the operational side of the employee journey, from onboarding and contract changes through to offboarding
Collect and verify monthly payroll inputs, working with our external payroll consultants so everyone is paid accurately and on time
Manage leave and absences, benefits, meal vouchers, and welfare programmes
Coordinate recruiting logistics, including interview scheduling and candidate travel
Manage visa, work permit, and invitation letter processes together with our immigration partners




Keep us compliant with Italian labour regulations, including occupational health and safety documentation

Finance Operations
Manage company cards, employee reimbursements, refunds, and vendor invoices and payments
Support month-end close by preparing documentation and resolving discrepancies
Oversee SaaS subscriptions and vendor contracts, and actively look for savings

Processes & Systems
Maintain and improve the HR, finance, and internal tools the team relies on
Membership in the protected categories under Law 68⁄99 (required)
At least 3 years of experience in operations, HR administration, finance administration, or a similar role, ideally in a growing or international company
Practical knowledge of Italian employment administration, including contracts, CCNL, and payroll processes, along with a solid grasp of basic accounting
Experience working with external payroll consultants, accountants, or immigration advisors
Fluency in Italian and English, both written and spoken
A proactive, ownership mindset: when something lands on your desk, you see it through to the end, even when there’s no playbook to follow
Strong skills in Google Workspace, Slack, and spreadsheets

Experience with HRIS, expense management, or Employer of Record (EOR) platforms
Exposure to operations spanning multiple countries

A referral premio programme
Real room to grow within a fast-scaling fintech company
We want everyone at Cardo AI to be able to do their best work. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process or in the role itself, such as changes to your workspace, schedule, or interview format, just let us know and we’ll work with you to make it happen.

In your application, please confirm that you belong to the Law 68⁄99 protected categories.
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📌 (Associate) Operations Officer (Milano)
🏢 CARDO AI
📍 Milano