General Manager (fast-track Leadership Program)

General Manager (fast-track Leadership Program) – Overview Join to apply for the General Manager (fast-track Leadership Program) role at Bending Spoons. At Bending Spoons, we’re striving to build one of the all-time great companies. A company where team members grow to their full potential, operate with high effectiveness and efficiency, and create value for shareholders while upholding high ethical standards. For a talented, driven, and collaborative individual, working at Bending Spoons is an opportunity to learn, make an impact, and progress their career at an exceptionally high rate. After an intensive training period of six to twelve months, you’ll take on a leadership role—either as the sole leader or co-leader—of a business unit generating revenue in the tens of millions of dollars at a minimum, with the potential to increase your level of responsibility to the hundreds of millions over time. You’ll report directly to our CEO. This leadership position is open to individuals with an outstanding track record of performance and growth, even without a decade of experience. We’re looking for candidates who have previously led high-performing teams and have backgrounds in entrepreneurial ventures, investment banking, or technology. Excellent references from highly reputable professionals will be essential. A few examples of your responsibilities Drive strategy . Develop and execute bold, data-informed strategies that are laser-focused on unlocking new levels of value for the company. Lead an outstanding team . Lead a high-performing team composed of talented professionals; make tough decisions to uphold excellence when necessary. Operate at the sharp end of the industry . We’re one of the highest-rated employers in tech and finance, with products that reach hundreds of millions of users. What we look for Leadership. Years of outstanding work experience in highly challenging roles with demonstrated exceptional performance and growth. Drive. Extreme ambition with initiative, effort, and tenacity; a strong sense of responsibility for your work and a high, rising bar. Reasoning ability. Ability to solve complex problems from first principles, structured thinking, bias resistance, and attention to detail. Team spirit. Willingness to collaborate, support the best idea, and help the team succeed; reliability, honesty, and transparency. Proficiency in English. Read, write, and speak proficient English. What we offer An exceptional opportunity for growth. We hire individuals of outstanding potential and place them where they can thrive; early-career Spooners lead products worth hundreds of millions of dollars. Incredibly talented, entrepreneurial teams. Small, result-driven, autonomous teams with top professionals. All. These. Benefits. Flexible hours, remote options, learning and training support, comprehensive health insurance, relocation assistance, parental support, and annual retreats. Competitive pay and access to equity. Salary ranges vary by location and experience, with potential equity opportunities; relocation tax considerations may apply. Commitment & contract Permanent. Full-time. Location Milan (Italy), London (UK). The selection process Screening tests may be required to assess problem-solving approaches, followed by a series of interviews. The role may remain open for months or be reposted. We prioritize talent over perfect CV fit. If you’re excited about the role and believe you could excel, apply. Bending Spoons is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities—please indicate through the application form. Before you apply If you’ve applied before but didn’t receive an offer, we recommend waiting at least one year before applying again. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Milano, Lombardia, IT

Posted Date: 9/16/2025