Director, Strategic Partnerships Jobs

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.

What Does a Director of Strategic Partnerships Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Industries and Career Opportunities

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.

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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.

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$240K - $263K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive the Payroll business strategy, ensuring financial success and operational excellence. Own the P&L, set commercial direction, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K *

Join a dynamic team to lead video storytelling at a prestigious medical center. Oversee productions from concept to final approval, blending creativity with project management to deliver impactful con...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise growth in healthcare by leading strategic partnerships and expanding adoption of innovative identification solutions. Your expertise will enhance patient safety a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise growth within healthcare systems by cultivating strategic partnerships, managing GPO relationships, and expanding adoption of innovative identification solutions...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$215K - $245K *

Join a team that's redefining partnerships in healthcare. Drive growth by building strategic alliances and referral networks, focusing on Medicare and employee benefits. Collaborate across departments...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $245K *

Shape strategic partnerships that drive client leads and referrals, focusing on Medicare and employee benefits. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute initiatives that enhance growth and o...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping global regulatory strategy for rare disease therapies. In this pivotal role, you'll lead submissions and agency interactions across the US, EU, UK, and Japan, driving execut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$71K - $90K *

Help us cultivate impactful donor relationships and enhance philanthropic support through strategic engagement and compelling communications, while collaborating across teams to drive major giving ini...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a strategic role focused on enhancing project management standards and integrating enterprise initiatives. Collaborate with leaders to improve clarity, prioritization, and execu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Drive strategic partnerships to enhance educational and workforce initiatives, fostering collaboration with industry and community partners. Focus on enrollment growth and engagement through innovativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $203K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic partnerships, enhance product initiatives, and collaborate across functions. Leverage your expertise to influence stakeholders and develop impactful solutions in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive the strategy for Ecosystems & Growth, unifying partner-led and product-led initiatives. Lead a team to enhance product marketing, technical demos, and go-to-market plans, ensuring impactful mess...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $162K *

Elevate strategic partnerships with national brokers and clients to drive growth, enhance client retention, and deliver tailored insurance solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure service excelle...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as a senior leader driving integrated marketing initiatives. Oversee client relationships and project delivery while collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate brand pe...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$96K - $245K *

Drive strategic partnerships to enhance AI infrastructure growth, leveraging executive relationships and market insights to identify opportunities and influence business strategy, ensuring Spectrum's...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $245K *

Elevate AI infrastructure growth by forging strategic partnerships and leveraging executive relationships. Drive market intelligence into actionable opportunities, ensuring early engagement and sustai...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic partnerships to enhance AI infrastructure growth, leveraging executive relationships and market insights to create early opportunities and solidify competitive advantage in the telecom...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing enterprise client relationships, translating AI workforce development into measurable business impact. Drive strategic account plans, build trusted partnerships, and ensure...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$269K - $314K *

Champion the future of investor relations by owning the product roadmap for systems that enhance client experiences, ensuring seamless communication and data management for our Limited Partners...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of business applications by leading strategy, delivery, and operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance core processes and drive value through effective system...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in building a vibrant global community of UW–Madison alumni founders and innovators. Drive engagement, develop programs, and strengthen connections within the entrepreneurship ecosyste...

Madison, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$171K - $204K *

Advance operational excellence by providing strategic executive support, optimizing organizational processes, and enhancing team productivity through effective event planning and communication managem...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Engage in full-cycle sales by identifying and closing new client opportunities, focusing on experiential marketing solutions for youth and Gen Z. Build relationships, manage pipelines, and achieve sal...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving partner-sourced revenue growth and market expansion through strategic alliances in Data, AI, and Cloud. Collaborate with top technology partners to convert relationships int...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Lead the development and execution of innovative fundraising strategies, optimizing systems and donor engagement to ensure long-term financial sustainability and growth for the organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Strategic Partnerships do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.