Explore Director, Strategic Partnerships jobs for experienced leaders who build high-value business relationships and turn collaboration into measurable growth. These senior professionals identify potential partners, shape agreements, and lead cross-functional work that expands market reach, strengthens products, and creates new revenue opportunities. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.
A Director of Strategic Partnerships develops and manages relationships with organizations whose goals and capabilities complement their employer’s. Responsibilities may include setting partnership strategy, sourcing and evaluating opportunities, negotiating commercial terms, and overseeing launches and ongoing performance. The role often works closely with executives and teams across business development, sales, product, marketing, finance, and legal.
Employers commonly seek a track record in partnerships, business development, corporate strategy, or a related field. Successful candidates bring strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-management skills, along with commercial judgment and the ability to translate broad goals into executable plans. Experience analyzing partnership economics, managing complex stakeholders, and measuring results can also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by company and industry.
Director-level partnership roles can be found in technology, financial services, healthcare, media, consumer products, and other sectors. The focus may include strategic alliances, channel partnerships, platform ecosystems, distribution, or co-marketing. Depending on the organization, this position may lead a team or serve as a senior individual contributor, with opportunities to advance into broader business development or executive leadership roles.
Browse vetted Director, Strategic Partnerships opportunities on Ladders and discover professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare positions by industry, location, and responsibilities to find an opportunity aligned with your experience and career goals.
$68K - $98K *
Lead the charge in elevating agency visibility through strategic marketing initiatives, enhancing reputation across advertising, sports, and entertainment sectors while collaborating with senior leade...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate client partnerships by managing a diverse portfolio in healthcare. Lead strategic growth initiatives, foster relationships with C-suite leaders, and mentor teams to deliver impactful solutions...
3 weeks ago
VP - Global Strategic Partnerships
$190K - $381K *
Empower global partnerships by leading strategy and execution across markets, enhancing relationships with key partners, and driving innovation in financial services. Build a high-performing team to s...
2 weeks ago
Director, Business Development, San Francisco
$105K - $150K *
Champion growth by leveraging your established CRE network to drive partnerships and accelerate deal cycles. Collaborate with leading property owners to modernize spaces and enhance tenant experiences...
1 week ago
Director, Government Affairs and Community Liaison
$110K - $130K *
Champion community engagement by building relationships with stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication, and addressing community concerns related to data center developments while aligning with...
5 days ago
Senior Director, Operations Engineering Strategic Initiatives, NA
$205K - $220K *
Lead the charge in transforming operational excellence across North America. This strategic role requires expert decision-making to align engineering, financial planning, and workforce capability with...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, Operations Engineering Strategic Initiatives, NA
$205K - $220K *
Transform your career by driving strategic operational excellence and initiatives across North America. In this senior role, leverage your expertise to influence critical decisions impacting reliabili...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, Operations Engineering Strategic Initiatives, NA
$205K - $220K *
Engage in shaping enterprise operational excellence strategies across North America. Leverage expertise to drive critical initiatives, evaluate priorities, and optimize decision frameworks for operati...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, Operations Engineering Strategic Initiatives, NA
$205K - $220K *
Partner with us to drive Enterprise Operational Excellence across North America. As a Senior Director, you will shape strategic choices in operations and engineering, ensuring reliability and scalabil...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, Operations Engineering Strategic Initiatives, NA
$205K - $220K *
Elevate organizational excellence by connecting operations, engineering, and strategic initiatives to enhance North America’s mission-critical capabilities. Influence decision-making through expert in...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, Operations Engineering Strategic Initiatives, NA
$205K - $220K *
Champion operational excellence by shaping strategic initiatives to enhance reliability and readiness within the North American portfolio, influencing enterprise decisions while navigating complex cro...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, Operations Engineering Strategic Initiatives, NA
$205K - $220K *
Drive strategic operational excellence initiatives across North America by integrating engineering, financial planning, and partner strategies to enhance reliability, scalability, and performance with...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, Operations Engineering Strategic Initiatives, NA
$205K - $220K *
Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise operational excellence by driving strategic initiatives across North America. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance data center reliability and perform...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, Operations Engineering Strategic Initiatives, NA
$205K - $220K *
Drive Enterprise Operational Excellence by shaping strategic operations across North America. Connect engineering, financial, and partner strategies to enhance reliability, readiness, and long-term po...
4 weeks ago
$140K - $170K *
Reimagine client partnerships by leading strategic, multi-channel initiatives that drive measurable outcomes. Cultivate executive relationships, optimize performance, and champion data-driven decision...
1 week ago
Program Manager, Global Strategic Accounts
$130K - $160K *
Drive program success by coordinating cross-functional teams, managing reporting, and optimizing engagement strategies for a global enterprise account, ensuring alignment with client goals and employe...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive customer-centric growth by leading a team focused on enhancing the customer journey, leveraging insights to inform strategy, and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve measurable...
Reposted 4 days ago
Strategic Partnerships Manager
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at driving business growth by acquiring new corporate partnerships. Focus on establishing relationships across the Americas, positioning solutions for talent development, and achie...
3 weeks ago
Director, Design Management, NA
$205K - $225K *
Lead the charge in optimizing data center design lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, efficient solutions that align with customer needs and business objectives wh...
4 days ago
Director, Design Management, NA
$205K - $225K *
Drive regional design efforts and optimize data center design lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, efficient solutions that align with customer needs and business...
4 days ago
Director, Design Management, NA
$205K - $225K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of data center design by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing design processes, and collaborating across teams to deliver scalable solutions that meet custome...
4 days ago
Director of Strategic Partnerships
$140K - $180K *
Drive strategic partnerships that enhance Decision Education's reach and impact. Lead a team to manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring effective collaboration and execution of partnership goals while al...
4 days ago
Executive Director, Events & Strategic Partnerships
$170K - $190K *
Join a team that drives innovative event strategies to enhance revenue growth and client relationships. Lead the execution of live and hybrid events while managing partnerships and ensuring operationa...
4 weeks ago
Strategic Account Director, Agency Partnerships
$220K - $275K *
Drive strategic partnerships and revenue growth by building relationships with top advertising agencies. Shape the future of generative AI in the creative industry through high-value collaborations an...
1 week ago
Vice President of Business Development and Growth
$165K - $205K *
Lead the federal growth strategy by developing innovative capture and proposal approaches, building key relationships, and driving revenue in a dynamic environment. Play a critical role in shaping org...
4 weeks ago
What does a Director of Strategic Partnerships do?
A Director of Strategic Partnerships identifies, negotiates, and manages relationships that support business objectives. The role may oversee alliance strategy, partnership agreements, joint initiatives, and performance measurement.
What qualifications are typically required for Director, Strategic Partnerships jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often value experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or a related area, along with negotiation, communication, stakeholder-management, and analytical skills.
Which industries hire Directors of Strategic Partnerships?
Hiring industries can include technology, financial services, healthcare, media, consumer products, and more. Partnership responsibilities depend on the company’s products, customers, and growth strategy.
How much do Director, Strategic Partnerships jobs pay?
Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
How can I find a Director of Strategic Partnerships job that fits my experience?
Compare roles by industry, location, team scope, and partnership focus. Review each listing’s responsibilities and qualifications to identify opportunities that match your background and career goals.