Founded in 2013 in Denmark, Normal is an atypical and fast-growing retail brand. Currently present in 9 European countries with over 900 stores, Normal stands out for its unique concept, which combines everyday branded products at low prices with a fun and surprising customer experience.
We have great plans to grow and expand NORMAL in Italy, and you will get the chance to join our team at a fun and exciting time.
NORMAL is no normal company.
We empower and extensively delegate to our employees, always for the greater good of NORMAL. We play to win, not to avoid losing. We are not afraid of trying out new things, and we operate as a strong community, always working together toward one common goal – delivering an excellent customer experience.
You should speak English and be open to travel around Italy 2-3 times a week.
People Development Partner
NORMAL has opened more than 900 stores across Europe over the past 12 years, and our growth continues at high speed. As part of the journey in our Italian market, we are now looking for a People Development Partner (PDP) who will work closely with our store and regional managers and the Italian and Danish HQ.
Your main responsibilities:
- Recruitment: You support the leaders in finding and selecting the right people - and in making recruitment decisions that support long-term success
- Partnering with regional and store managers: You offer sparring, support and perspective on everyday leadership challenges - from motivating the team to navigating tough conversations
- Leadership development: You contribute to building strong leaders - not with PowerPoints, but through hands-on coaching in stores, during meetings and in real-life situations
- Pipeline thinking: Together with the regional managers you help identify and grow people with potential - so we are always preparing the next generation of assistant store managers and store managers
- Training: You take part in delivering our internal leadership training programs, prioritized face-to-face, always connecting learning to NORMAL’s culture
Are we a match?
We’re looking for someone with solid experience from the retail industry – preferably within recruitment and leadership development. You likely have a strong foundation in leadership yourself, and your experience enables you to confidently partner with leaders at all levels - from newly appointed store managers to seasoned regional managers. You are an excellent communicator who can engage, inspire, challenge, and support.
You are also:
- Pragmatic and solution oriented – you thrive in a fast-paced fix-it-culture
- Self-driven and structured - you make things happen and bring clarity
- Curious and people-oriented - you enjoy seeing others grow
- Culturally aware - and comfortable working in an international environment
- Fluent in Italian and more than comfortable using English in your daily work
Requirements:
- Proven experience in retail as Recruiter, Talent Acquisition, HRBP, People Development
- Natural, structured, and results-oriented
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and make quick decisions.
- Positive and proactive attitude,
- High mobility
- Excellent communication skills in both Italian and English, written and spoken.
Position Details:
- Permanent contract
- Compensation: Fixed + bonus
- Full-time
- Start date: November 2025
Please note: we only accept CVs in English
