Senior Partner Manager

Nasdaq; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology company is looking for a Senior Partner Manager in London. The role involves leadership in executing their partnership strategy and expanding the EMEA ecosystem. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in financial services technology, managing strategic B2B alliances, and excellent collaboration skills. This position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and numerous benefits, including an annual bonus and health insurance.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus

Annual equity grant

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Pension matching

28 paid vacation days

Paid time off to volunteer

24/7 mental health support

Global mentoring program

Unlimited access to e-learning platforms

Qualifications

• Proven years in technology within financial services.
• Experience building and managing strategic alliances.
• Demonstrated success in scaling partnerships.
• Deep knowledge of co-selling and co-marketing.
• Ability to thrive in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Expand the EMEA Partner Ecosystem by engaging with strategic relationships.
• Negotiate legal and commercial agreements.
• Develop collaboration between sales and client services teams.
• Support partner training on Nasdaq FinTech solutions.
• Contribute to marketing initiatives and define success metrics.

Skills

Business development expertise

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Strategic thinking

Agility in fast-paced environments

Job description

Nasdaq is seeking an experienced Senior Partner Manager to lead and execute our partnership strategy for the Financial Technology Division within EMEA . As a member of the FinTech Revenue team, reporting to the Global Head of Partnerships & Strategic Alliances , you will work cross‑functionally to implement regional strategies that support Nasdaq’s bold growth goals and enhance client experiences.

You’ll thrive in this role if you are strategic , have a global mindset , and bring a passion for finance, technology, and innovation to a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Expand the EMEA Partner Ecosystem: identify, engage, and cultivate strategic relationships with Global System Integrators, consulting firms, and technology providers.
• Establish Governance & Agreements: negotiate legal and commercial agreements and implement balanced governance structures with partners at all required levels.
• Drive Alignment Across Teams: develop collaboration between regional sales and client services teams and the partner ecosystem to enable joint opportunities, revenue growth, and complementary client services.
• Develop Partner Capabilities: support partner training and certification on Nasdaq FinTech solutions to achieve shared growth targets.
• Accelerate Growth & Performance: contribute to GTM and marketing initiatives, co‑branded campaigns, shared growth initiatives and coordinated solutions while defining success metrics, tracking performance, and driving continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive Industry Experience: proven years in technology within financial services, with proven business development expertise.
• Partnership Program Leadership: several years building and managing strategic alliances in FinTech or enterprise B2B software / SaaS.
• Global Partnership Growth: demonstrated success in scaling partnerships and driving growth through ecosystems and channel strategies.
• Expertise in Partnership Lifecycle: deep knowledge of co‑selling, co‑marketing, and GTM alignment across the partnership lifecycle.
• Strong Leadership & Agility: exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work autonomously and thrive in a fast‑paced, global environment.

This position will be located in London and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in‑office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive base salary
• Annual bonus
• Annual equity grant
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering discounted company shares
• Pension matching
• 28 paid vacation days
• 6 additional days off per year
• Extra vacation time based on tenure
• Work from (almost) anywhere – up to 20 days / year
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Health insurance
• 24 / 7 mental health support for you and your family
• Global mentoring program
• Unlimited access to e‑learning platforms

Hybrid work setup

Modern and comfortable work environment with fresh fruit, snacks, and weekly Fika breaks