Head of Partnerships & Business Development

Rise Technical; France; À distance; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading AI fashion tech company seeks a Head of Partnerships & Business Development to lead global strategies that drive partnerships in luxury fashion. This role involves executing high-value agreements, representing the company in Europe, and coordinating between teams. Ideal candidates will have a deep network in fashion, proven partnership experience, and strategic thinking abilities. Ready to innovate? Apply now!

Qualifications

• Must establish relationships within luxury fashion.
• Experience onboarding clients from fashion brands.

Responsabilités

• Own and execute global partnership strategy.
• Represent the company in Europe.
• Negotiate strategic deals.

Connaissances

Deep network in luxury fashion industry

Experience in driving high-level partnerships

Leadership experience

Ability to liaise between technical and non-technical stakeholders

Results-driven with metrics experience

Description du poste

Head of Partnerships & Business Development (Luxury Fashion)

Europe – Permanent Employee, Full-Time, Remote with travel

Are you a senior figure within the luxury fashion world, looking to lead global partnerships for an AI fashion tech company that’s on the brink of launching a revolutionary product in the industry?

This is a once-in-a-career opportunity to shape the future of luxury fashion technology, joining a well-backed and high-profile AI start-up. In this role, you'll take full ownership of the partnerships & business development strategy, expanding the company’s presence from the USA to Europe. You’ll be collaborating closely with both commercial and technical teams to onboard the most exclusive clients in the world.

Established 5 years ago and backed by A-list celebrities, this fashion tech company is preparing to launch a ground-breaking product that will disrupt the luxury retail market. With advanced AI at its core, the company is seeking a dynamic, well-connected leader to steer its global partnerships and represent the brand at the highest levels of the fashion world.

You’ll report directly to the CEO and represent the company within Europe. You will be the face of the company for all partnership and business development efforts, owning the strategy, execution, and relationship lifecycle across international markets. You’ll play a key role in driving revenue, shaping go-to-market strategy, and building deep strategic alliances with the most influential players in fashion and retail. You will also contribute to company-wide planning and be a voice in executive-level decision-making.

This is the ideal opportunity for someone passionate about luxury fashion who’s ready to take a leadership role at the intersection of tech and high fashion.

The role:

• Own and execute the global partnership strategy across the luxury fashion market.
• Represent the company in Europe.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering and technical teams to onboard new clients.
• Negotiate high-value, long-term strategic deals.
• Serve as a key spokesperson for the company at industry events, fashion weeks, and conferences around the world.
• Travel required to fashion hubs like Paris, Milan, London, and more.

The person:

• Must have a deep network and established relationships within the luxury fashion industry.
• Proven experience driving high-level partnerships and onboarding new clients, with fashion brands, retailers, and tech platforms.
• Previous leadership experience, building a new function or team from the ground up.
• Ability to liaise between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth start-up environment with flexible hours.
• A strategic thinker who also thrives in hands-on execution - someone who can operate in the boardroom but also close deals personally.
• Results-driven, with experience using metrics and KPIs to track performance and scale growth.

If you're ready to shape the future of the luxury fashion industry, please apply now!

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Abigail Lawrence at Rise Technical Recruitment.

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.