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.
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.
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.
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.
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Sr. Partner Success Manager, Technology Partners
$160K - $215K *
Join a dynamic team to manage technology partner relationships, ensuring integration health and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with engineering and commercial teams to resolve issues and optimize...
1 week ago
$70K - $100K *
Lead media planning and buying initiatives, optimizing strategies to enhance client campaigns and drive results. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and exceed clie...
4 days ago
$95K - $125K *
Shape the future of integrated marketing by leading innovative, cross-channel campaigns. Collaborate with clients and teams to develop data-driven strategies that engage audiences and drive results ac...
Reposted 4 days ago
$95K - $125K *
Lead the charge in crafting innovative, cross-channel media strategies that drive results for top-tier entertainment clients. Collaborate with teams to bridge strategy and creativity, ensuring impactf...
Reposted 4 days ago
Partner Manager, Growth Accounts
$160K - $175K *
Champion growth by managing key partner relationships, driving revenue expansion, and ensuring partner success through strategic enablement and collaboration. Leverage your expertise to foster long-te...
5 days ago
Founding Talent Partner, Business
$120K - $150K *
Transform the talent landscape by building a robust hiring function from scratch. Collaborate closely with the CEO to recruit top talent across various business roles, ensuring a seamless candidate ex...
6 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in building strategic partnerships that drive growth and profitability. Collaborate across teams to create and execute impactful strategies, ensuring partnerships become a measurable r...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $110K *
Lead the charge in expanding strategic partnerships within the telecom channel. Build relationships, drive engagement, and influence growth by collaborating with sellers and internal teams to maximize...
3 weeks ago
Director Strategic Growth & Partnerships
$127K - $162K *
Unlock your potential by leading strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth through innovative funding models. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams to enhance organizational impa...
4 weeks ago
Channel Partnerships Manager, Investor Ecosystems (VC & PE)
$180K - $230K *
Engage with the VC & PE ecosystem to build scalable partnerships that drive growth. Own strategy and execution, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance Gusto's market presence and impact while fos...
4 days ago
Channel Partnerships Manager, Investor Ecosystems (VC & PE)
$180K - $230K *
Champion strategic VC & PE partnerships to drive scalable engagement and impact. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Gusto's presence in the investor ecosystem, ensuring alignment with long-term...
4 days ago
Channel Partnerships Manager, Investor Ecosystems (VC & PE)
$153K - $195K *
Pioneer impactful VC & PE partnerships, driving strategic engagement and scalable initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Gusto's presence in the investor ecosystem, ensuring alignment...
4 days ago
Channel Partnerships Manager, Investor Ecosystems (VC & PE)
$153K - $195K *
Optimize partnerships by owning and scaling relationships with VC and PE firms. Drive strategic engagement, build programmatic partnerships, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Gusto's prese...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career by managing a diverse portfolio of healthcare clients, driving growth, and fostering long-term partnerships. Lead strategic initiatives and collaborate with teams to deliver impact...
3 weeks ago
Institutional Marketing Director
$180K - $220K *
Unlock your potential as a senior marketer driving integrated strategies across institutional and corporate practices. Lead a team, foster relationships, and create impactful multi-channel campaigns t...
4 days ago
Partnerships & Community Engagement Manager
$94K - $117K *
Empower your career by managing strategic partnerships and community engagement initiatives to enhance healthcare access and reduce disparities. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to promote servic...
4 days ago
$170K - $230K *
Shape the future of Financial Crime Compliance by leading strategic initiatives, advising clients, and driving innovation in compliance operations. Leverage your expertise to enhance organizational ef...
1 week ago
$170K - $230K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in Financial Crime Solutions. Lead strategic sales initiatives across Banking, Capital Markets, and FinTech, fostering executive relationships and delivering tran...
1 week ago
Community Partnerships Associate
$78K - $91K *
Grow your career with a role focused on building community partnerships, enhancing collaboration, and supporting network coordination to promote prosperity in underserved regions across the nation...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $160K *
Serve as a strategic partner to clients, driving integrated communications and business growth while leading and inspiring cross-functional teams to maximize campaign success and client satisfaction...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract top talent across diverse sectors, ensuring a seamless hiring process from entry-level to executive roles while collaborating with stakeholders to...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in activating high-potential partners by managing their journey from recruitment to certification and first activation, shaping a dynamic partner program that drives growth and value i...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee engagement and leadership development. This role partners with operations leaders to align HR strategies with business goals, fostering a positive wo...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team as a strategic HR partner, enhancing leadership, engagement, and performance across operations. Collaborate with various HR functions to implement effective people strategies that...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $105K *
Elevate organizational effectiveness by serving as a strategic HR partner, aligning business goals with HR strategies to enhance leadership, employee engagement, and workforce performance across multi...
2 weeks ago
What does a Partnership Director do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Search Ladders for Partnership Director openings, then review listings for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation to identify roles that match your goals.