Strategic Growth & Partnerships Director

IQ-EQ; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks PTO

401(k) match

Health benefits

Hybrid schedule

Commission

Job summary

IQ-EQ is seeking a senior business development leader in San Francisco to drive growth and deepen client relationships across private equity and asset management sectors. You will shape strategic initiatives, engage C-suite executives, and architect bespoke solutions leveraging IQ-EQ’s global network.

Responsibilities include leading proposals, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring ongoing engagement aligned with client goals—while navigating a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
• 10+ years in business development, client relationship management, or similar roles in financial services/PE/asset management.
• Ability to drive strategic initiatives and close high-value deals.
• Strong leadership across organizational levels.
• Excellent financial acumen including P&L management, budgeting, and financial modeling.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to pitch complex solutions.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate executive- and operations-level relationships with prospects and understand their structure and goals.
• Act as primary contact for prospect relationships, engaging C-suite and other decision-makers.
• Monitor industry trends to adapt strategies for long-term client retention and growth.
• Lead creation of a prospect-specific value proposition and collaborate with leadership to deliver bespoke solutions.
• Lead cross-functional teams in preparing proposals and presentations showcasing IQ-EQ capabilities.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on prospect strategies and maintain CRM records.

Skills

Relationship management

Strategic initiatives

Leadership

Financial modeling

P&L management

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/economics/applied mathematics

Job description

IQ-EQ is seeking a senior business development leader in San Francisco to drive growth and deepen client relationships across private equity and asset management sectors. You will shape strategic initiatives, engage C-suite executives, and architect bespoke solutions leveraging IQ-EQ’s global network.

Responsibilities include leading proposals, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring ongoing engagement aligned with client goals—while navigating a fast-paced, data-driven environment.