Partnerships Manager

Synergis; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 82,656 - 117,096; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k

Commuter benefits

Job summary

A leading technology company in Missouri is seeking a Partner Manager to drive strategic partnerships focused on the student market. The role offers an opportunity to work collaboratively across various departments while managing multiple projects that foster subscriber engagement. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of experience in business development or partnerships, with demonstrated success in negotiation and communication. This is a 6-month contract position from June to December 2026, with hourly pay ranging from $60 to $85, depending on various factors.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in relevant industries.
• Proven success in team collaboration and negotiation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape strategic partnerships in a leading technology company.
• Drive subscriber engagement and expand service footprint.
• Collaborate with multiple teams including engineering and marketing.

Skills

Partnerships experience

Business development

Program management

Negotiation

Research and prioritization

Communication

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Experience in business development or partnership roles

Job description

Join our dynamic Services Business Development team as a Partner Manager and be at the forefront of innovative growth initiatives in a leading technology company. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape strategic partnerships, drive subscriber engagement, and expand our service footprint, with a special focus on the vibrant student market. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and have a passion for media, entertainment, and subscriptions, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact during a key growth phase.

Required Skills:

• 5-10 years of experience in partnerships, business development, or program management within entertainment, media, subscriptions, or technology sectors.
• Proven success in negotiating with third-party partners and working cross-functionally within large organizations.
• Strong research, sizing, and prioritization skills to identify growth opportunities.
• Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Robust project management capabilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Solutions-oriented mindset with a self-starter attitude and positive approach.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop creative solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously across diverse workstreams.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience working with external vendors and managing third-party relationships.
• Deep understanding of the higher education market.
• Familiarity with go-to-market strategies for subscription services.
• Previous experience in a contract or contractor role within a tech or media company.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Demonstrable experience in business development or partnership roles within relevant industries.

Other Requirements:

• Availability to work in-person at least three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday); the remaining days can be remote.
• Ability to onboard quickly and operate independently from day one.
• Willingness to collaborate across various teams including engineering, marketing, legal, finance, and operations.
• This is a 6-month contract role from June to December 2026, offering broad exposure across the company’s diverse departments.

The hourly pay rate range for this position is $60.00 to $85.00 (dependent on factors including but not limited to client requirements, experience, statutory considerations, and location).

Benefits available to full-time employees: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k and commuter benefits.

Synergis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.