Assistant Manager - Partnerships

The Executive Centre; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 167,000 - 301,000; Full time

Job summary

The Executive Centre in the UAE is seeking an Assistant Manager - Partnerships to drive TEC's Community and Partnership programme across the UAE. You will source partners, programme Members, and lead events to raise brand awareness and enable revenue growth.

You will manage the partnership lifecycle locally and collaborate with HQ on strategy and commercial terms to deliver measurable outcomes. You will build relationships with partners, Members, and cross-functional teams, creating a connected

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in partnerships or related commercial roles.
• Strong written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Identify and onboard partners aligned with TEC's objectives.
• Plan and execute partner events and co-branded collateral.
• Manage partnership lifecycle from prospecting to renewal.
• Develop Member programming and events calendar.
• Track partnership performance and ROI.

Skills

Partnerships

Business development

Event coordination

Stakeholder management

English communication

Job description

Assistant Manager - Partnerships, UAE

The Assistant Manager is responsible for delivering TEC's Community and Partnership programme across the UAE, building partner and Member relationships that raise brand awareness and support revenue growth. This means proactive partner sourcing, Member programming and events, and commercially aware business development. You will manage the partnership lifecycle locally, from prospect identification and negotiation to execution and performance analysis, and build a Member programming and events calendar that brings TEC's community together, working with the HQ team on strategy and larger commercial terms. Regular market awareness, partnership optimisation, and marketing initiatives will support revenue targets and amplify TEC's market presence. Additionally, you will build strong relationships with partners, Members, and cross-functional teams to create a connected Member experience and identify and follow through on upsell opportunities across all TEC products & services. You will ensure partnerships and Member programming deliver measurable outcomes and sustained value.

Responsibilities

Partnership and Business Development

• Identify and onboard relevant B2B and B2B2C partners aligned with TEC's objectives and brand positioning
• Support partnership-led revenue growth by identifying and following through on upsell opportunities across TEC's Products & Services, working with centre teams
• Build and nurture strategic relationships with key partners, acting as the primary point of contact for all partnership matters
• Represent TEC at industry events and networking forums across the UAE to strengthen brand visibility and identify potential partners and leads
• Develop and maintain the Member Benefits portfolio through strategic sourcing and partnership negotiations in professional development, F&B, hospitality, lifestyle & wellness

Events, Brand & Communications

• Monitor local conferences and events across the UAE to identify partnership and sponsorship opportunities
• Plan and execute co-hosted partner events that showcase TEC spaces, deepen partner relationships and generate leads, with measurable outcomes
• Manage partnership events end-to-end, from planning and logistics through execution and follow-up
• Work with Marketing to create co-branded collateral and promotional content that drives partner promotion of TEC
• Create partnership-focused content across social media and internal communication channels to drive visibility and engagement

Community & Member Experience

• Plan and deliver Member programming and events tailored to TEC's business-professional community, building connection, engagement and repeat participation
• Elevate the Member experience by collaborating across departments to understand Member needs and translate them into programming, partner benefits and premium touchpoints, ensuring high-profile Members and guests receive a polished, service-led experience
• Identify upsell opportunities from Member and partner engagement, and work with teams to follow through
• Measure programming success through attendance, engagement and Member feedback, and use the insights to refine the events calendar

Strategic Insights & Administration

• Track partnership performance metrics, such as deliverables, activations and ROI, to drive continuous improvement
• Build and maintain tracking systems for offers and redemptions to identify opportunities and optimise effectiveness
• Coordinate with HQ and local teams to develop and roll out new initiatives, including SOPs and supporting materials
• Support miscellaneous tasks as required, collaborating across departments to support team success and drive strategic outcomes

Requirements

• 2-4 years experience in partnerships, business development, community or events, or a related commercial role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience in end-to-end event coordination and Member or community programming, with strong stakeholder engagement
• Exposure to corporate Memberships, upselling or sales enablement, with a commercial awareness of how partnerships translate into revenue
• Collaborative, detail‑oriented, and proactive, with strong interpersonal skills and an interest in partnerships, sales enablement, and external engagement
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment
• Legally authorised to work in the UAE