Manager, Partnerships and Proposals

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Lead the development of tailored sponsorship proposals for both potential and existing clients.

• Transform client objectives, channel advantages, and program data into engaging narratives.

• Create proposal templates, program presentations, and supplementary materials.

• Act as the main point of contact for designated sponsor accounts.

• Foster client relationships, provide updates on programs, address issues, and assist with partnership needs.

• Oversee sponsorship programs from the signed agreement through to renewal.

• Collaborate with marketing, operations, product, and sales teams to fulfill contracted program components.

• Maintain project schedules, monitor deliverables, and identify potential risks.

• Gather and present reports on program performance.

• Evaluate results against goals to shape renewal strategies, proposal development, and upsell possibilities.

• Formulate retention strategies with the Strategic Partnerships leadership and sales representatives.

• Contribute to proposal standards, participate in brainstorming sessions, and enhance departmental processes.

• Assist senior leadership during client meetings or launch discussions.

• Work collaboratively across teams to ensure programs adhere to client specifications and internal benchmarks.

⛳️ Requirements

• 8-10 years of experience in a client-facing, marketing, or partnership role, preferably in a media, publishing, education, or sponsorship setting.

• Proven history of proposal writing, program marketing, or sales support.

• Experience managing client accounts or sponsor programs through the entire cycle.

• Familiarity with budget management for sponsored initiatives ($50K–$1M+) is advantageous.

• Excellent written communication skills, with a portfolio or examples of client-facing work preferred.

• Capability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Willingness to travel to client events as required.

• Strong strategic writing and storytelling abilities; skilled in crafting clear, persuasive, and customized proposals for each client.

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain client relationships.

• Competent project management skills; organized, deadline-oriented, and able to handle multiple accounts concurrently.

• Ability to interpret program data and performance metrics into actionable narratives for clients.

• Strong verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to and engaging with sponsor clients.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite; familiar with proposal and project tracking tools.

• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to balance client expectations with revenue and operational objectives.

• Effective collaborative skills across different departments.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Flexible work environment with options for remote work.

• Generous vacation and paid time off policy.