About Us:
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global animal welfare organisation dedicated to ending factory farming. We were founded in 1967 by Peter Roberts, a British farmer alarmed by the rise of factory farming. We have achieved bans on some of the most inhumane practices including barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow gestation crates in the UK and Europe. Our corporate engagement work has led to commitments that benefit over 3 billion animals with better lives every year.
Our approach involves campaigning, advocacy, and engagement with policymakers at national, intergovernmental, and corporate levels, building a movement of individuals concerned about animal welfare and the health and sustainability of our food. We are driven by a passion for animal welfare and global food system change, believing in a future where animals are treated with compassion and respect, and where sustainable farming practices prevail for a healthy planet.
Our international headquarters are in Godalming, Surrey, UK, with team members in 14 countries on four Continents, including the US, Italy, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Czechia, China, and a specialist policy office in Brussels.
Job Type: Full time (Permanent)
Location: Italy (Remote/Hybrid – with frequent travel within Italy and occasional travel to the UK and Europe)
Salary: €38,000 – €43,000 per annum (Depending upon skills and experience)
About the Role:
As our Italian Food Business Manager, you will be at the forefront of driving corporate change to improve farm animal welfare and promote a more sustainable food system across Italy and Europe.
In this solutions-focused role, you will work closely with leading food businesses, including retailers, producers, and food service companies, to encourage them to adopt higher welfare standards and reduce their reliance on animal-sourced products. You’ll help secure public commitments to eliminate cages, improve broiler and fish welfare, and set measurable targets for meat and dairy reduction.
A key element of the role will involve contributing to public benchmarking and corporate reporting efforts, ensuring transparency and accountability. You’ll be required to represent Compassion at industry events, working groups, and conferences, collaborating with stakeholders to find practical solutions to the challenges of transitioning away from intensive farming.
About You:
To succeed in this role, you will be a skilled relationship manager with experience in corporate engagement, account management, or sustainability. You’ll need to be fluent in Italian and possess strong English communication skills, with a strategic mindset and the ability to influence key decision-makers. You will ideally need a background that includes experience in the food, agriculture, or sustainability sectors, along with a solid understanding of corporate responsibility, supply chains, and animal welfare. You will need to have strong project management and organisational skills, and be a proactive self-starter, who is able to manage multiple projects and priorities with ease, and thrive both independently and as part of a collaborative team. You'll have a proficiency in CRM systems (such as Salesforce), strong analytical skills, and the ability to interpret data to drive strategy will be advantageous.
Why Should You Apply:
If you’re passionate about creating a more humane and sustainable food system and have the skills to influence major food businesses, this is a unique opportunity to drive real change.
Join our team and make a lasting impact, while being part of a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way.
Learn more about working with Compassion, by taking a look at our Candidate Pack HERE.
To Apply:
If you are passionate about animal welfare and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description. Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Application Information:
Cut-off date: 8th July 2025
1st Stage (Teams) Interviews: 15th July 2025
2nd Stage (Face to Face, With a Task) Interviews: 22nd July 2025
No agencies please.
In order to comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in Italy.
Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
