Marketing Manager - Italy

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OpenTable, a leading platform that connects diners with restaurants and part of Booking Holdings, is looking for a Marketing Manager to drive its growth in Italy. The role will shape both B2B and B2C marketing plans, raise brand awareness, and support the acquisition and retention of restaurant partners as the company expands its footprint across the country. Day‑to‑day, the manager will design and roll out integrated growth and performance strategies, run brand campaigns, events and local media collaborations, and oversee the full lifecycle of localized initiatives from concept to launch. They will coordinate cross‑channel activities with SEO, email and performance teams, nurture industry partnerships and sponsorships, and work closely with sales, account management and broader marketing groups to keep the Italian market front‑and‑center. Continuous testing, data analysis and reporting will inform optimisation and strategic decisions. The position requires at least seven years of professional experience in brand, partnership or digital marketing, a bachelor's degree or equivalent, and native‑level fluency in Italian together with business‑level English. Candidates must have a proven record of building cohesive marketing strategies, managing end‑to‑end campaigns, and using analytics and business‑intelligence tools to guide decisions. Strong stakeholder management and the ability to deliver complex projects are also essential. Preferred experience includes prior work in hospitality, lifestyle or technology sectors, deep knowledge of the Italian restaurant landscape, and expertise in creating brand partnership programs across owned and sponsored channels. Familiarity with AI platforms for efficiency, as well as high adaptability and self‑motivation in a fast‑moving, entrepreneurial setting, are considered advantageous. The role is based remotely in Rome, offers a €60 k basic salary, generous vacation (26 days plus birthday leave), parental leave, mental‑health support, development funds, leadership training, e‑learning access, travel discounts and an annual company‑wide week off. Flexibility is built in, though occasional communication outside standard hours may be required to align with global teams and partners. What the role asks for: - 7+ years brand, partnership or digital marketing experience - Native‑level Italian proficiency - Business‑level English proficiency - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience - Proven end‑to‑end campaign management record - Strong analytical and data‑driven decision making - Demonstrated cross‑functional stakeholder management - Prior hospitality, lifestyle or technology marketing experience (nice‑to‑have)