B Lab Italy Manager

OverviewThe Italian Manager plays a key operational role in guiding and coordinating a small, committed team working to grow the B Corp Community and the impact of the movement in Italy. In the understanding that B Lab is part of a global network this role is focused on implementing strategy, managing local relationships, and ensuring effective delivery of core activities.Working closely with the B Lab Europe team - regional instance, the Italian Manager supports the team’s day-to-day work and professional growth, maintains active relationships with key partners (such as B Corps, clusters, business associations, etc.) , and looks for practical opportunities to engage businesses and grow certification numbers. The focus is on executing plans, meeting targets, and keeping the Italian B Corp community active and engaged; consistently committed to the well-being and professional development of the local team.The Italian Manager also works to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including policymakers, business networks, academics, impact investors, large corporations, and consultants. —ensuring B Lab’s tools, frameworks, and messages are understood and applied in the Italian market.Core Responsibilities Coordinate, support, and manage a small, diverse and intercultural team who are focused on community management & engagement, and business development.Deliver activities to grow the existing Italian B Corp market by helping  businesses use of and engage with B Lab’s certification tools and resources;Maintain and strengthen the Italian B Corp community by identifying and acting on opportunities that bring value to its members.Implement  B Lab’s strategy and plan for the Italian market, and ensure timely delivery of key activities and targets.Track progress and performance in collaboration with B Lab Europe, helping the team stay on track and focused.Represent B Lab Italy in relevant forums and act as a spokesperson and connector for the B Corp community in Italy.Collaborate  with the Comms Teams to ensure messaging is aligned with the Italian business context and audience.Coordinate and monitor the Italian budget in alignment with B Lab EuropeProvide input from the Italian market to B Lab Europe and contribute to the broader European B Corp network.Work with B Lab Europe to establish and support a local advisory committee of B Corps in Italy. Preferred Qualifications, Skills and ExperiencePractical, hands-on, and adaptable, with experience working in small, international teams.Comfortable managing and supporting a team to deliver their best work.Experience in or strong understanding of the private sector and how medium to large businesses operate in Italy.Familiarity with business sustainability, impact measurement, stakeholder governance, and circular economy principles.Awareness of evolving ESG reporting frameworks and upcoming regulatory trends.Strong understanding of the Italian business culture and how the B Corp movement fits within it.Fluent in English and Italian at a business/professional level.Passionate about making business a force for good.Organised, proactive, and approachable—able to juggle multiple tasks and keep things moving without losing momentum.Thrives in delivery-focused roles and comfortable working within a global movement.What we offer:The salary for this role is €78500 per year, including a number of benefits including various allowances such as health & wellbeing and additional holidays including travel leave and volunteering leave.Starting date: 1st of SeptemberWorking Arrangements: Hybrid – it is possible to work both from the office in Milan and from home, depending on the needs and requests of the team.Recruitment PolicyWe have made it a priority to hire from a diverse pool of candidates - as we believe that a range of lived experiences, voices, and perspectives directly contributes to the success of our team. An equitable and inclusive work environment and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. That’s why we have chosen BeApplied as our recruitment tool as it is designed to try and remove as much bias as possible from our hiring process.Instead of using your CV, we are asking candidates to answer questions to test the skills needed for the role. No cover letter is required.The answers are then anonymized, chunked, randomized, and reviewed by team members.The platform also asks some demographic questions before you start your application. We only see summary statistics to help us check if our candidate pool is balanced and if everyone has an equal chance to get hired irrespective of their background. If you prefer, you can easily opt out of answering these questions.Once we have anonymously reviewed your answers, you will be contacted via email within 2 weeks with either an invitation to an interview or an email explaining why you did not receive an invite to an interview based on our review.We understand that candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and may have differing levels of access to resources and support networks.In an effort to democratize the application process, we acknowledge and accept the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools by candidates when preparing their application responses. We believe that AI tools can offer support and resources, particularly to those who may not have access to extensive personal or professional networks. This approach aligns with our commitment to equity, providing all candidates with an opportunity to showcase their skills and potential in a more balanced and fair manner.However, we encourage candidates to use these tools responsibly and ethically, ensuring that the final submission is reflective of their own thoughts, experiences, and capabilities. Our assessment process is designed to evaluate the unique qualities and skills of each individual, and we value authenticity and honesty in the responses we receive.Whether you are successful for this role or not, we will store your application and data in our system for a max period of one year from the application date in case another role becomes available that you are suitable for. If you have any questions or concerns about us storing your data and/or the period of time, please contact us at [email protected] and we will answer to you within 30 days.