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Senior Partnerships Manager

zigzag

LondonRemote
Employment
Full-time
Seniority
Senior

About the role

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and execute a unified partnerships strategy across France and the UK 
  • Build a global ecosystem vision, spanning technology, agencies, logistics, and strategic alliances Position partnerships as a core pillar of the companyʼs go-to-market and growth strategy 
  • Design and scale a best-in-class Partner Program, including tiering structure, incentives, certifications, engagement models (referral, co-selling, integrations) 
  • Align UK and France under a single, cohesive partnerships framework, ensuring consistency across markets while allowing for local adaptation 
  • Standardise processes, tools, and KPIs 
  • Build a data-driven partnerships function and continuously optimise performance 
  • Identify, recruit, and close high-impact partners at a European and global level 
  • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers 
  • Develop partnerships with key ecosystem players (platforms, SaaS vendors, agencies, logistics partners) 
  • Own and drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline and revenue 
  • Build scalable co-selling motions with Sales teams across markets 
  • Actively contribute to closing strategic deals
  • Collaborate closely with Product teams to: prioritise strategic integrations, align partner needs with the product roadmap 
  • Ensure a clear and compelling positioning of the full product suite 
  • Provide market and partner insights to inform company strategy 
  • Develop scalable partner enablement programs (training, playbooks, certifications) 
  • Drive ecosystem engagement through events, webinars and co-marketing initiatives 
  • Ensure partners are actively selling and promoting the full solution

What you'll need to be successful

  • Extensive of experience in partnerships, business development, or channel roles 
  • Strong background in SaaS, e-commerce, or platform ecosystems 
  • Experience with complex or multi-product offerings 
  • Proven track record of: building and scaling partner programs, generating revenue through partnerships or indirect sales managing multi-market or international scopes 
  • You must be fluent in French & English. Spanish is a strong plus 
  • Strong ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution 
  • Highly commercial mindset with a focus on revenue impact 
  • Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders 
  • Deep understanding of ecosystem dynamics and partnership models 
  • Structured, analytical, and data-driven approach 
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills 

  • 360° thinker: able to connect product, GTM, ecosystem, and revenue 
  • Builder mentality: from early stage structuring to scaling 
  • Global mindset: able to operate beyond local market constraints 
  • Strong ownership and accountability for results 
  • Comfortable in fast-paced, high-growth environments 
  • Willingness and ability to travel to attend events, meet partners, and establish in-person relationships

Benefits

  • 24 days’ annual leave plus public holidays, with additional holiday entitlement awarded for each completed year of service (up to a maximum of six extra days). Plus, to celebrate you, enjoy an extra day off on your birthday.
  • Paid volunteer day per year to support a cause you care about
  • BUPA Private health insurance
  • Employee Referral Bonus scheme
  • L&D Annual Budget and time to utilize it
  • Reduction of working hours during summer 
  • Working from abroad policy – up to 60 days in Europe and 30 days outside Europe

Perks & benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Equity Compensation

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