Managing Director, Technology Communications, Milan

Hanson Search; Milano; Hybrid; EUR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanson Search in Milan leads international tech and innovation storytelling for clients. The Managing Director Italy role offers autonomy to grow the Italian business and align with European and global leadership.

You will drive revenue, lead prospecting, nurture client partnerships and develop the local team while advancing the agency's presence in Italy's tech communications market.

Qualifications

• Experience in a PR, communications or integrated agency environment.
• Background in technology or innovation.
• Proven involvement in business development and client growth.
• Strong existing network in Italy with relationship-building skills.
• High energy, enthusiasm and entrepreneurial drive.
• Ambition to step into a country leadership role.
• Fluency in Italian and English.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth in Italy through new business development and expand networks.
• Lead prospecting, pitches and commercial conversations; grow client partnerships.
• Act as ambassador for the agency in Italy; boost reputation through events and thought leadership.
• Position the agency beyond traditional PR toward integrated communications; collaborate with European/global teams.
• Act as senior advisor to clients; ensure high-quality delivery and insight-led experience.
• Stabilise and grow the Italian team; set direction, goals and processes.
• Support team development and career progression.
• Take day-to-day leadership; collaborate with international leadership on strategy and priorities.

Skills

PR/communications experience

Tech/innovation background

Business development

Italian network

Entrepreneurial drive

Leadership aspiration

Bilingual Italian/English

Job description

Managing Director, Italy Opportunity

Our client is an international communications agency dedicated to technology and innovation. For twenty five years, they have specialised in telling technology stories, turning them into communications that people understand, remember and act on: campaigns that drive growth, shape reputation and create momentum across paid, earned, owned and social channels.

They sit in a unique space: global in reach, sharp in thinking and agile in execution. Big enough to win significant work, small enough to move fast and stay entrepreneurial. They work with challengers, innovators and brands building what comes next, helping them stand out.

They do not just talk about AI, they build with it. Their proprietary AI tools are becoming the backbone of how they work, freeing teams from friction and enabling better, faster, smarter outcomes. This is not about cutting corners, it is about creating space for great thinking and great work.

Most importantly, they believe great agencies are built by great people: people with deep craft, a clear point of view and the ambition to grow. This is a moment of real momentum for the business. They are actively building the future rather than waiting for it to arrive.

The Role: Managing Director, Italy

We are looking for a Managing Director to grow the Italian business. This is a pivotal role offering significant autonomy and the chance to step into a full country leadership position, backed by strong support from European and global leadership. Prior experience running a full business would be appreciated but is not mandatory. This role suits an ambitious senior agency leader ready to take ownership, drive growth and build momentum, with a mission to ignite growth, support the team’s development and reinforce the agency’s presence in the Italian tech communications market.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving revenue growth in Italy through new business development, leveraging and expanding a strong personal network across the Italian tech ecosystem
• Personally leading prospecting, pitches and commercial conversations, converting relationships into long-term client partnerships and growing existing accounts through strategic counsel
• Acting as a visible ambassador for the agency in Italy, strengthening its reputation through industry events, networking and thought leadership
• Positioning the agency beyond traditional PR towards integrated communications solutions, working with European and global teams to bring international opportunities into Italy
• Acting as a senior trusted advisor to clients, ensuring high-quality delivery and a strong, insight-led client experience
• Stabilising and growing the Italian team, leading with a hands-on, inclusive and motivating style, setting clear direction, goals and processes
• Supporting the team’s professional development and career progression
• Taking day to day leadership of the Italian business, working closely with international leadership on strategy and priorities, while building financial and operational leadership experience

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in a PR, communications or integrated agency environment is essential
• A background in technology or innovation
• Proven involvement in business development and client growth
• A strong existing network in Italy and a genuine passion for relationship building
• High energy, enthusiasm and entrepreneurial drive
• Ambition to step into a country leadership role
• Fluency in Italian and English

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