Partner Marketing Manager

Partner Marketing Manager

Location: Onsite (MondayThursday in office) Los Angeles CA; San Francisco CA; or New York NY
Compensation: $130000 $160000 base salary
Additional Compensation: Target annual bonus equity
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. no visa sponsorship now or in the future
Experience Level: Mid-to-Senior Individual Contributor

The Opportunity

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for a high-growth financial services startup seeking a Partner Marketing Manager to own and scale revenue-driving partner programs.

This role sits at the intersection of go-to-market strategy lifecycle marketing and partner enablement. The Partner Marketing Manager will be responsible for translating partnerships into measurable growththrough co-branded programs lifecycle campaigns and multi-channel execution. This is a hands-on role for a marketer who can both set direction and execute with precision.

The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in startup environments thrives with autonomy and brings a clear point of view on how partner marketing drives pipeline activation and long-term value.

Key Responsibilities

Candidates will be considered for interview based on demonstrated ability to perform the following core responsibilities:

• Own and execute end-to-end go-to-market strategies for partner-branded programs including payments and card-based offerings

• Lead lifecycle marketing for partner initiatives spanning onboarding activation engagement reactivation upsell and retention

• Design and execute multi-channel campaigns across email (primary) SMS landing pages and in-app touchpoints

• Build and optimize drip and nurture programs that drive application starts activations usage growth and long-term retention

• Develop partner-specific messaging positioning and copy tailored to distinct audiences industries and use cases

• Monitor performance closely and apply data-driven insights to continuously improve conversion engagement and revenue outcomes

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing Partner Success Sales Product and Design to ensure aligned execution

• Support a diverse partner ecosystem across logistics transportation financial services and platform integrations

Only candidates with proven ownership of partner-led GTM initiatives will be considered.

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

These qualifications are mandatory. Candidates who do not meet all requirements will not be considered for interview.

• 47 years of experience in partner marketing lifecycle marketing or growth marketing

  • Open to 4 years for candidates with exceptional progression and scope

• B2B SaaS experience (fintech or logistics technology strongly preferred)

• Hands-on experience owning partner or co-marketed campaigns end to end

• Strong background in multi-channel marketing with deep experience in email-led lifecycle programs

• Prior experience working in a startup environment (required in addition to larger org experience if applicable)

• Ability to operate as a strong individual contributor driving strategy and execution with minimal oversight

• Demonstrated ability to use performance data to inform decisions and optimize outcomes

Preferred Qualifications (Strong Differentiators)

Candidates with the following experience will stand out:

• Experience with partner-branded or co-branded programs including payments cards or embedded financial products

• Familiarity with lifecycle tooling marketing automation and experimentation frameworks

• Strong copywriting skills with the ability to adapt tone and messaging across partner audiences

• Solid design and UX instincts with the ability to collaborate effectively with designers or create lightweight assets independently

• Experience supporting partner ecosystems such as merchants brokerages platforms or financial intermediaries

Who This Role Is Best Suited For

• Marketers who enjoy owning outcomes not just executing tasks

• Professionals who thrive in startup environments where speed judgment and accountability matter

• Individuals who can balance creative storytelling with performance discipline

• Candidates motivated by building scalable partner programs that directly impact revenue

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.