HR Manager

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HR Manager

- Human Resources & People Operations – Institute Itech
- Full-time position
- Hybrid work model (Milan, Italy – with international scope)
- Travel and meeting expenses will be reimbursed upon approval
- An NDA must be signed

This position may evolve into Head of Human Resources or Chief People Officer, depending on performance and organizational growth.

About Institute Itech:

Institute Itech is a private research, development and technological innovation institute based in Italy with an international vision. It was created to transform scientific knowledge, advanced engineering and emerging technologies into concrete solutions for the environment, health, data intelligence, artificial intelligence, urban systems and technological infrastructure.

The company is built on a multidisciplinary vision structured around six pillars: Education, Technology, Social, Nature, Research and Urban. Through these areas, Institute Itech develops high-impact projects capable of improving quality of life, making cities more sustainable and creating new models of scientific, industrial and social progress.

Its flagship projects include:

- Memoria™ – AI-based neuroimaging and cognitive data intelligence
- Oxyleaf™ – environmental monitoring and air quality technologies
- Terra™ – advanced soil and ecological remediation systems
- Polaris™ – strategic data infrastructure and positioning systems
- Balloon™ – high-altitude sensing and urban climate platforms
- Biocity™ – integrated biourban planning and smart city ecosystems

Institute Itech is expanding internationally, with active operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, requiring a structured and scalable people operations function to support its growing global team.

About the Role:

Institute Itech is seeking an experienced and people-driven HR Manager to build, lead, and continuously develop the Institute's human resources function at a pivotal moment in its international growth.

The HR Manager will serve as the primary HR reference point for Institute Itech's leadership and staff, overseeing the full spectrum of people operations — from talent acquisition and onboarding to performance management, organizational development, and HR compliance across multiple geographies.

The selected candidate will operate with a high degree of autonomy, contributing not only to the day-to-day HR function but also to the strategic people agenda of a fast-scaling, internationally oriented research and technology institute. The role requires someone equally comfortable designing HR frameworks from the ground up and managing the human dimensions of a complex, multidisciplinary organization.

Responsibilities:

HR Strategy & Organizational Development





- Define and implement Institute Itech's HR strategy in alignment with the organization's international growth roadmap
- Design and maintain organizational structures, reporting lines, and workforce planning frameworks
- Advise executive leadership on people strategy, talent priorities, and organizational design decisions
- Support the development and scaling of HR processes, policies, and systems as the organization grows

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

- Lead and oversee the full recruitment cycle for all roles across technical, scientific, administrative, and executive functions
- Define hiring strategies, sourcing channels, and selection methodologies appropriate to each role and geography
- Ensure a consistent, high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
- Collaborate with department heads and project leads to anticipate and address hiring needs proactively

Onboarding, Performance & Development

- Design and manage onboarding programs that ensure rapid integration and cultural alignment for new hires across geographies
- Implement and oversee performance management frameworks, including goal setting, feedback cycles, and career development planning
- Identify training and development needs across the organization and coordinate relevant initiatives
- Support managers in handling performance-related conversations and development plans

HR Operations & Compliance

- Oversee all HR administrative operations including contracts, employment records, payroll coordination, and compliance reporting
- Ensure full compliance with Italian labor law and applicable international employment regulations across Institute Itech's active geographies
- Manage relationships with external HR advisors, legal counsel, and employment authorities as required
- Maintain and continuously improve HR documentation, internal policies, and procedural frameworks

Culture, Engagement & International HR

- Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance organizational culture across all teams and locations
- Design and implement employee engagement initiatives, internal communications, and recognition programs
- Support the HR dimensions of Institute Itech's international expansion, including the onboarding of teams in new geographies
- Serve as a trusted point of reference for staff on all people-related matters

Requirements





- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline
- 4–6 years of experience in HR management or people operations, with demonstrated ownership of the full HR function
- Solid knowledge of Italian labor law and HR compliance requirements
- Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment across diverse role typologies
- Experience designing and implementing HR processes, policies, and organizational frameworks
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to operate autonomously and with sound judgment in a fast-moving, international environment
- Fluent Italian (mandatory)
- Fluent English (mandatory)
- Discretion, reliability, and a high standard of professional integrity

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience managing HR operations across multiple geographies or international subsidiaries
- Familiarity with HR management systems and applicant tracking tools (Personio, BambooHR, Workday, or equivalent)
- Background in technology, research, or innovation-driven organizational contexts
- Knowledge of employment regulations in GCC, Middle Eastern, or Asian markets
- Experience supporting organizational scaling, restructuring, or international expansion
- Additional language skills (Arabic, Mandarin, or French considered an asset)
- HR certification (SHRM, CIPD, or equivalent) considered a plus

Benefits Provided

- Strategic HR leadership role at the heart of Institute Itech's organizational and international development
- Direct collaboration with executive leadership and department heads across all flagship projects
- Full ownership of the HR function with mandate to build and scale people operations
- Growth path toward Head of Human Resources or Chief People Officer
- Hybrid work model with international scope
- Reimbursement of approved travel and HR representation expenses

Compensation

Annual Gross Salary: €55,000, in line with mid-level HR management profiles.

Additional performance-based incentives may be provided based on organizational milestones and HR outcomes.

How to Apply

Important: applications including a description of HR frameworks designed, recruitment processes managed, and organizational contexts navigated will be given stronger consideration during the selection process.

Please send:

- CV
- Cover Letter (mandatory) including:
- Your HR management experience and areas of expertise
- Your approach to building and scaling HR functions in a growing organization
- Your motivation for joining Institute Itech and contributing to its people strategy

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