Strategic Partnerships Development Manager (Contract – 12 Months)
London (Hybrid: 3 days onsite at Kings Cross)
About the Role
We are looking for a Strategic Partnerships Development Manager who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, excels at building high‑impact relationships, and can successfully navigate complex organisational structures. In this role, you will manage and grow strategic partnerships, lead partner initiatives from end‑to‑end, and collaborate cross‑functionally to drive measurable commercial and product impact.
This is an ideal role for someone who loves relationship management, negotiation, partner strategy, and cross‑functional leadership, and who wants to influence partnership success at scale.
Key Responsibilities
Partner Management & Deal Execution
- Lead and manage a portfolio of partners/suppliers, ensuring seamless end‑to‑end integration.
- Negotiate and finalize contracts, resolve partner issues, and advocate for partner needs internally.
- Build account plans, pitch new opportunities, and strengthen long‑term strategic relationships.
Partner Strategy & Business Growth
- Identify and prospect new partnership opportunities.
- Conduct partner and industry research to support strategic decision‑making.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally on product strategy and partner‑aligned initiatives
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with internal stakeholders (product, legal, finance, marketing, operations, analytics) to ensure partner success.
- Facilitate strong internal alignment to enable product excellence and partnership growth.
Insights, Reporting & Forecasting
- Track partner business metrics, develop insights, and contribute to business forecasts.
- Support brand, reputation, and operational excellence by ensuring partners have an outstanding experience.
Required Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Stakeholder and executive-level influence
- Project management & strategic planning
- Opportunity and pipeline management
- Data analysis, synthesis & reporting
- Ability to navigate complexity and drive cross-functional alignment
Background
- Experience in partnerships, business development, account management, or a related field
- Strong industry knowledge in digital products, platforms, or technology environments
- Experience managing partner portfolios, driving growth strategies, and delivering measurable impact
Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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