Partnerships Lead

Contra; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) accounting and matching

Company laptop

Other benefits as per company policy

Job summary

A leading platform for independent creatives is looking for a Partnerships Manager in Brooklyn to drive business growth and establish strategic partnerships. This role requires 2+ years in sales, with a strong focus on building relationships and exceeding sales targets. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated to achieve measurable results. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in sales or partnership development.
• Proven track record in developing new business.
• Ability to build relationships with executive teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and close new deals.
• Consistently meet or exceed sales targets.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline.

Skills

Building strategic partnerships

Effective communication

Proactive negotiation

Detail-oriented

Sales acumen

Growth mindset

Tools

HubSpot

Job description

Contra Provided Pay Range

This range is provided by Contra. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range

$90,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

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Who we are and what we do

Contra is building the world’s first professional network for independent creatives and the companies that hire them. We are commission‑free, global, and focused on enabling the future of flexible work. Alongside our network and marketplace, we’re launching new product lines including Contra for Companies, Contra Ads Network, and Creative RLHF & Evaluation Services for AI labs and creative‑tool companies.

We've raised over $51M from leading investors like NEA, Unusual Ventures, and Cowboy Ventures - and we're just getting started.

About You

• Excel at building and nurturing strategic partnerships that drive revenue and business growth
• Communicate value effectively and negotiate high‑impact, mutually beneficial agreements
• Proactive, resilient, and detail‑oriented in navigating deals, challenges and changes
• Driven to exceed targets and continuously optimize your approach for success
• Hold yourself to high standards, always striving for improvement and growth
• Thrive in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments and eager to make a measurable impact

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and close new deals
• Consistently meet or exceed sales targets on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline through proactive, creative and personalized outreach
• Navigate companies to identify key stakeholders, build champions, and close deals with decision‑makers
• Keep customer data, forecasts, and pipeline insights up to date in HubSpot for accurate tracking and reporting

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in sales or partnership development
• Proven track record in developing new business and adding net new logos
• Ability to build relationships with executive teams
• Strategic, relationship‑driven mindset with strong sales acumen and passion for building impactful partnerships
• Passion for working in a fast‑paced startup environment
• Based in NYC, in office (Brooklyn) 5 days per week

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation structure includes base salary ranging from $150,000 to $175,000
• 401(k) accounting and matching
• Company laptop provided at start
• Other benefits as per company policy

Interview Process

• Intro call with recruiting team (20 minutes)
• Interview with Hiring Manager, Zoë (40 minutes)
• Paid presentation + case study (60 minutes)

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Industry

Software Development and Internet Marketplace Platforms

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