Senior Partnerships Leader - Business Development

Bain & Company; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation package

401(k) with employer contributions

Job summary

Bain & Company in the United States is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Development to lead defined partnerships, drive commercial outcomes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role requires strong relationship building, negotiation, and strategic thinking to navigate complex alliance structures.

The position operates on a hybrid model with travel as needed and offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; minimum 7 years work experience.
• Strong interpersonal, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Proven negotiation, strategic and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent project management and ability to operate in ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Partnership management & governance: drive metrics, governance, and joint marketing.
• Relationship management: build and maintain senior stakeholder networks and introductions.
• Professional standards and risk management: ensure compliance and navigate legal terms.
• Team & leadership: develop talent, role modeling, and drive best-in-class engagement.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Analytical toolkit

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bain & Company in the United States is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Development to lead defined partnerships, drive commercial outcomes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role requires strong relationship building, negotiation, and strategic thinking to navigate complex alliance structures.

The position operates on a hybrid model with travel as needed and offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package.