11 month contract | Hybrid, DublinRole OverviewWe are seeking aStrategic Partnerships Development Managerto drive and manage key industry relationships. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates a strong understanding of internal processes, products, and teams, and executes partnership strategies that deliver measurable impact. This role requires proficiency in relationship-building, negotiation, project management, and collaboration.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner Strategy & Prospecting: Develop and execute partner strategies, including identifying new opportunities and conducting industry research to inform product and partnership decisions.Deal Management & Execution: Own the end-to-end partner experience, including negotiating and finalizing contracts, executing account plans, pitching to partners, resolving issues, and advocating on behalf of partners.Relationship Management: Track business and technology metrics, build forecasts, and manage brand/reputation for partners and suppliers.Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain strategic relationships with both external partners and internal teams to ensure alignment and success.Qualifications & SkillsMinimum Requirements:BA/BS in Business, Marketing, or related field4+ years of experience in online publishing, digital advertising, or related industriesHard Skills:Ad monetizationOnline publishingSales / account managementContract knowledgeSoft Skills:Stakeholder managementClient-facing communicationAnalytical and problem-solving skillsAdditional Competencies:Opportunity and pipeline managementData analysis, synthesis, and reportingNavigating complexityDeal negotiationProject management and planningExecutive influenceIndustry knowledge