Partner Marketing Director

The Digital Recruitment Company; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in digital sectors is seeking a Partner Marketing Director to lead the partner marketing function across EMEA and APAC. This senior strategic role requires extensive experience in partner marketing, co-marketing campaigns, and leadership within international markets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of partner ecosystems and be comfortable working in a high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in partner or channel marketing, with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership role covering international markets.
• Strong understanding of partner and alliance ecosystems across EMEA and APAC.
• Demonstrated ability to influence at senior stakeholder level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated partner marketing strategies aligned with regional sales objectives.
• Build and strengthen relationships with key partners.
• Lead the planning and delivery of co-marketing campaigns.

Skills

Partner marketing

Co-marketing campaigns

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic vision

Leadership experience

Job description

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Partner Marketing Director – International

Job Type: Perm

Location: London + WFH

Consultant: Mags Rendle

The Organisation:

Digital Recruitment Company, is partnered with a global technology organisation undergoing rapid international expansion across the EMEA and APAC regions. Operating within a highly competitive enterprise environment, the business continues to invest heavily in strategic partnerships, alliances, and ecosystem-led growth.

This is a fast-paced, high-growth organisation known for its collaborative culture, innovation mindset and strong commitment to empowering teams across the marketing and partner ecosystem landscape. The brand has established a strong global footprint and is now scaling its international partner marketing function to support ambitious commercial goals.

The Role:

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Partner Marketing Director – International to lead and grow the partner marketing function across EMEA and APAC.

This is a senior strategic role responsible for deepening partner relationships, driving co-marketing impact, accelerating partner-led pipeline, and strengthening alignment with regional sales and global marketing.

You will lead a growing, agile team and work cross-functionally with regional sales, partner management, global marketing, operations and wider commercial stakeholders.

This role requires a blend of strategic vision, strong executional ability, and deep understanding of partner ecosystems across international markets including EMEA and APAC.

Job Function:

• Develop and execute integrated partner marketing strategies aligned with regional sales objectives and global brand priorities across EMEA and APAC.
• Build and strengthen relationships with key partners, supporting joint marketing initiatives and establishing long-term advocacy.
• Lead the planning and delivery of co-marketing campaigns, digital programmes, partner-led events and relevant third-party activity.
• Drive partner engagement with tailored programmes that reflect regional nuances, ensuring alignment with commercial goals
• Partner closely with regional sales teams to support partner-driven pipeline through enablement, integrated GTM programmes, and joint value propositions.
• Manage and optimise Marketing Development Funds (MDF), ensuring strategic prioritisation, governance, and measurable ROI.
• Oversee the design and delivery of partner loyalty and incentive programmes that motivate performance and deepen engagement.
• Lead the utilisation and evolution of Partner Relationship Management (PRM) platforms to improve onboarding, enablement and campaign execution
• Inspire, mentor and develop a high-performing partner marketing team, promoting collaboration and delivering excellence.

Experience:

• 8+ years’ experience in partner or channel marketing, with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership role covering international markets.
• Proven track record of delivering joint campaigns, co-marketing programmes and partner-led pipeline.
• Strong understanding of partner and alliance ecosystems across EMEA and APAC, including regional business and cultural nuances.
• Experience managing MDF budgets, ROI measurement and PRM tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence at senior stakeholder level.
• Strategic thinker with strong operational capability, comfortable working at speed in a high-growth environment.
• Background in B2B technology, SaaS or enterprise software strongly preferred.

To apply for this role please contact us at:

Mags Rendle

0203 640 2133