Community Manager

About us

Talent Garden is a leading digital skills academy in Europe, empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in the innovation ecosystem through diverse learning experiences. With online, offline, and hybrid courses, corporate programs and work and events spaces we offer an unparalleled vision to combine work life and learning.

Founded in Italy in 2011, Talent Garden has trained over 25,000 professionals in digital skills and business innovation, developed tailored corporate education programs for Fortune 500 companies, and built a network of 14 campuses in 5 countries, hosting over 4,500 innovators from startups, corporate labs, investors, and SMEs.

The role

We are on the lookout for a Community Manager for our Calabiana Campus in Milan, someone who can join us on an initial 1-year fixed-term contract.

In this role, your mission will be to create a vibrant and engaging environment for our community of innovators—ensuring that members, guests, and students feel welcomed, supported, and inspired every day.

Responsibilities

• Welcome members and guests, managing front desk operations and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience
• Foster personalized relationships through regular 1:1s, helping members connect and thrive within our ecosystem
• Curate, plan, and execute engaging community events—from workshops and networking sessions to informal meetups and inspirational talks
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the successful planning and delivery of sponsorship activities across the campus
• Create and distribute newsletters and communications to promote events, partners, and community highlights
• Support the management of the community budget, ensuring resources are used effectively and responsibly
• Work closely with the Sales team to identify and amplify business opportunities for the campus
• Leverage internal tools and Talent Garden offerings to maximize value for members and partners
• Stay up to date on local innovation trends, news, and events to keep the community informed and inspired
• Solve day-to-day challenges with the Hospitality Manager to maintain a welcoming, efficient, and vibrant coworking environment

About you

Ideally, you have at least 2 years of experience in similar roles and are a naturally social person who energizes others, becomes a point of reference, and contributes to a vibrant community atmosphere.

On top of this, you:

• Manage relationships with a variety of stakeholders, adapting your tone and communication style to different contexts
• Solve problems with creativity and initiative, always seeing new possible solutions instead of obstacles
• Design and deliver impactful community events, from ideation to execution, tailored to the needs and energy of your audience
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources with attention to detail and ownership
• Engage with the local tech and digital scene, staying informed and actively participating in relevant events and networks
• Create and plan content strategically, including newsletters and editorial calendars, using digital tools with confidence
• Adapt to fast-paced, ever-changing environments while maintaining focus, organization, and a collaborative mindset
• Bring passion and curiosity to everything you do, from daily tasks to strategic projects
• Work both as an effective team player and as a strong individual contributor, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment around you
• Communicate fluently in both Italian (native level) and spoken and written English
• Also, you are based in Milan and are available to reach our Calabiana campus on a daily basis.

Perks and benefit

• Access to all our co-working spaces across Europe.
• Free access to all our Master courses.
• EdenRed meal vouchers and a €1,000 welfare budget to spend as you like.
• Mum&Dad policy offering (even more) flexible remote work options for expecting parents, a €1,000 bonus, and additional leave for dads to bond with their child.
• An extra 6 working days of vacation each year, on top of local regulations.
• December 24 and 31 automatically become holidays when they fall on weekdays.
• Company-provided MacBook.
• Access to discounts, events, and networking opportunities at our co-working spaces.
• P.S. We’re pet-friendly, so you’re welcome to bring your furry friend to work!

Selection process

Submit your application. Send us your CV and feel free to showcase your personality. If you prefer a creative format, go ahead.

Response time. We’ll get back to you within 10 days if we’re a match. If not, we’ll still do our best to notify you promptly.

Initial video call. An initial video call with our Talent team will be scheduled to assess cultural fit. Make sure to check out our company page beforehand.

Next steps. For this role, the next step will be a second interview with Eleonora, our Milan City Lead. If successful, you’ll receive a take-home project work brief.
Should your proposal meet our expectations, you’ll be invited to a third interview to present and discuss it in person at one of our campuses.
Otherwise, we’ll still make sure to provide you with detailed and constructive feedback on your submission.

Final step. The last stage in the process is a call with our CEO.

At Talent Garden, diversity is our strength. We're committed to a safe, inclusive environment, welcoming applicants regardless of background. While we set high standards, we encourage individuals, especially women, not to let the fear of not being a perfect fit hold them back. We prioritize talent over traditional qualifications and invite passionate individuals to apply. Your unique strengths could make a valuable contribution to our team!

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