Platform Partner

Career Launch AI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Launch AI is seeking a Platform Partner in its Talent Network for a New York‑based role that designs, builds, and scales firm‑wide platforms and value‑creation initiatives to boost portfolio performance and investment outcomes.

You will work closely with investment professionals, operating partners, and portfolio leadership to deliver repeatable capabilities across the portfolio and drive ROI through standardized tools and playbooks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a business-related field.
• MBA preferred for strategic leadership.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage platform functions that support portfolio companies (talent, GTM, finance, data, technology, operations).
• Develop standardized tools, playbooks, and best practices for portfolio-wide use.
• Partner with portfolio company executives to deploy platform resources and initiatives.
• Support value creation planning during pre- and post-investment phases.
• Lead cross-portfolio initiatives such as talent acquisition, vendor partnerships, and operational optimization.
• Track impact and ROI of platform initiatives using KPIs and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with investment teams on diligence and post-close execution.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to portfolio leadership teams and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Platform partnerships

Portfolio operations

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

Platform Partner – Career Launch AI Talent Network

Location: New York, NY

Estimated Compensation:
$140,000 – $185,000 total annual compensation (varies by employer, platform scope, and portfolio involvement)

About This Posting

This job description represents a sample Platform Partner position commonly found through the Career Launch AI Talent Network. It is intended to help job seekers understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with building and scaling shared capabilities that support portfolio companies and investment teams.

Actual openings may vary based on employer needs, investment strategy (e.g., private equity, growth equity, venture capital), platform focus (e.g., talent, operations, go-to-market, finance, technology), and level of hands‑on engagement.

For more information on the Career Launch AI Talent Network, visit:
https://www.careerlaunch.ai/

Position Overview

Platform Partners design, build, and scale firm‑wide platforms and value‑creation initiatives that enhance portfolio company performance and investment outcomes. The role sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and portfolio support.

Platform Partners work closely with investment professionals, operating partners, and portfolio company leadership to deliver repeatable capabilities across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Build and manage platform functions that support portfolio companies (e.g., talent, GTM, finance, data, technology, operations)

Develop standardized tools, playbooks, and best practices for portfolio‑wide use

Partner with portfolio company executives to deploy platform resources and initiatives

Support value creation planning during pre‑ and post‑investment phases

Lead cross‑portfolio initiatives such as talent acquisition, vendor partnerships, and operational optimization

Track impact and ROI of platform initiatives using KPIs and performance metrics

Collaborate with investment teams on diligence and post‑close execution

Serve as a trusted advisor to portfolio leadership teams and internal stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred

Experience in private equity or venture platform roles, management consulting, or senior operational leadership

Strong understanding of portfolio operations, scaling businesses, and value‑creation frameworks

Proven ability to design and implement scalable processes and shared services

Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills

Strategic mindset with strong execution discipline

High ownership, adaptability, and comfort operating across multiple companies

About the Career Launch AI Talent Network

The Career Launch AI Talent Network helps professionals pursue opportunities similar to this role through:

Skills‑based role matching

Resume and profile optimization for platform and leadership roles

Guidance on outreach to investment firms and platform teams

Interview preparation for platform strategy, operations, and value‑creation discussions

To learn more or express interest in platform partner and portfolio value‑creation roles, visit:
https://www.careerlaunch.ai/