Partnership Director Jobs

Partnership Directors build and lead the relationships that help organizations grow. They identify strategic partners, shape mutually beneficial agreements, and guide collaborations from initial conversations through long-term performance. Explore Partnership Director opportunities on Ladders, including vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Partnership Director Do?

A Partnership Director develops an organization’s partnership strategy and turns it into measurable results. Responsibilities may include sourcing and evaluating partners, negotiating commercial terms, managing executive relationships, coordinating cross-functional teams, and tracking revenue or other partnership outcomes. The role often works closely with sales, marketing, product, legal, and finance leaders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in partnerships, business development, strategic alliances, or a related field. Strong candidates bring negotiation and communication skills, commercial judgment, relationship-building ability, and confidence presenting to senior stakeholders. Depending on the organization, experience with contract management, partner programs, market analysis, and CRM or analytics tools may also be valuable.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Partnership Director roles are available across industries such as technology, media, financial services, healthcare, and professional services. Scope varies by employer: some positions focus on a portfolio of strategic accounts, while others build a partnership function or manage a team. Compensation depends on factors including location, industry, company size, experience, and incentive structure. Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

Find Partnership Director Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore Partnership Director openings and related leadership roles. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.

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$103K - $160K *

Elevate your career by partnering with leaders to enhance HR strategies across 130 retail locations. Drive a people-first culture, support operational excellence, and influence teammate experiences in...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Drive strategic revenue growth by engaging C-suite stakeholders and closing multimillion-dollar partnerships within large pharmaceutical organizations. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex sale...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive full-funnel performance for assigned university partners, balancing tactical execution with strategic insights. Serve as a trusted contact, lead initiatives, and enhance partner growth to suppor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading regional operations across multiple venues, driving revenue growth, talent development, and guest experience. This role demands strategic oversight, accountability, and a c...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$132K - $155K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced technical support and solutions, ensuring exceptional customer experiences. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, mentor peers, and drive product improvement...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to providing exceptional legal counsel in Product and General Liability. Bring your extensive experience and strategic thinking to make a significant impact in a fully rem...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by joining a growing legal team focused on public and private clients. Contribute your expertise remotely while shaping legal strategies across key practice areas in North and South C...

Greensboro, NCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $205K *

Lead and inspire operational excellence and sales growth across multiple venues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery and develop future leaders in a dynamic, innovative...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$140K - $165K *

Shape the future of property accounting by leading a dynamic team, ensuring timely financial reporting, and driving innovative processes that enhance client trust and operational efficiency across mul...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $220K *

Shape customer success by leading enablement initiatives that empower clients to effectively utilize our platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to create impactful training programs and resources, e...

New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing client partnerships through strategic account management and team development, ensuring exceptional service and measurable growth across key accounts in the corporate tra...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Champion business development to foster strategic partnerships in biotech, leveraging technical expertise and market insights to drive multi-million dollar enterprise revenue while shaping innovative...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $139K *

Join us as a Director of Media Strategy, leading high-impact media strategies and planning across valuable accounts. Drive results through data insights, manage teams, and foster cross-functional part...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Lead the charge in shaping media strategy and planning for key accounts, leveraging data-driven insights to drive outcomes while managing a high-performing team and fostering client relationships to e...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Elevate media strategy by leading innovative planning efforts that align with business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive client success through data-driven insights and expert...

Michigan, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Lead the charge in innovative media strategy development, managing integrated plans while driving measurable business outcomes. Oversee a team of strategists, ensuring high-quality deliverables and cl...

Texas, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Champion data-driven media strategies by leading innovative campaigns and delivering measurable outcomes across diverse platforms while managing team dynamics and client relationships to elevate overa...

Texas, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Drive impactful media strategies that elevate brands through data-driven insights and comprehensive planning across multiple channels. Lead a dedicated team, ensuring strategic excellence that connect...

Michigan, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical engagement by leading strategic initiatives to enhance clinician pipelines, improve hiring processes, and foster partnerships across multiple regions, driving or...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive high-value B2B paid media strategies and growth across multiple channels while leading a team of media professionals, ensuring client success and operational excellence in performance marketing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$231K - $334K *

Lead as a national technical resource in estate, gift, and trust matters, collaborating with teams to provide expert guidance, conduct research, and develop tailored solutions for clients while enhanc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to drive client relationships and sales initiatives in the defined contribution space, leveraging investment expertise to enhance client service and expand market presence through...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $405K *

Drive the global partner marketing strategy, leading initiatives across channels, technology, and strategic partners to enhance demand generation and pipeline growth. Collaborate with cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$76K - $93K *

Accelerate progress at customer success by building strong relationships, driving product adoption, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and enhance cus...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $215K *

Collaborate with senior leaders to design and implement global HR strategies, driving organizational performance and employee engagement while leading a team of HR professionals in a dynamic environme...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Partnership Director do?question toggle

    A Partnership Director sets partnership strategy, identifies and develops business relationships, negotiates agreements, and works across teams to deliver measurable results from collaborations.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Partnership Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for relevant experience in partnerships, strategic alliances, or business development, along with negotiation, communication, commercial, and stakeholder-management skills.

  • Which industries hire Partnership Directors?question toggle

    Partnership Directors work in many sectors, including technology, media, financial services, healthcare, and professional services. The focus of the role depends on the organization’s business model and partner ecosystem.

  • How much do Partnership Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, company size, and compensation structure. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details.

  • How can I find Partnership Director jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Partnership Director openings, then review listings for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation to identify roles that match your goals.