Business Development Manager
Jersey, NJ - USA
Job Summary
About Dream Opportunity
Dream Opportunity connects under-resourced students to career-defining experiences with companies like JPMorgan Chase AT&T EY and Warner Bros. Discovery.
We create direct access to internships mentorship networking and professional development opportunities that change students career trajectories and long-term economic outcomes.
We are growing quickly and looking for a highly driven Corporate Partnerships Manager to help expand our partnerships across corporate foundation and government sectors.
The Role
As a Corporate Partnerships Manager you will work directly with our CEO and Founder who has secured over $6 million in corporate revenue to identify develop and close new partnerships that fund access and opportunities for students globally.
This is a high-ownership commission-driven role with a clear path to leadership and promotion opportunities within Dream Opportunity.
Top performers may be promoted into senior partnership leadership positions with expanded ownership of Fortune 500 relationships and strategic initiatives.
Compensation Structure
| 5% Commission | ||
|---|---|---|
| $25000 | $Goal | $90000 |
| $75000 | $2000000 | $140000 |
There is no commission cap.
Your Support System
While this role requires independent partnership development and revenue generation Dream Opportunity provides the tools credibility and support to help you succeed:
- Direct access to the CEO and Founder for major meetings and high-value deals
- Internal Graphic Design Team to create professional decks and partnership proposals
- Proven marketing collateral impact data photos and videos from existing Fortune 500 programming
- Live corporate events where prospects can experience our programming first-hand
- International market flexibility across the USA UK Canada India Philippines Mexico UAE and Singapore
You are not required to source partnerships across every market. Candidates may focus on the regions where they already have strong networks and experience.
Key Responsibilities
Partnership Development
- Identify and pursue new partnerships across Fortune 500 CSR departments foundations and government programs
- Build company research profiles including CSR priorities DEI initiatives and key decision-makers
- Manage the full partnership pipeline in from first outreach through signed agreement
- Execute personalized outbound outreach campaigns to generate and close new partnership opportunities
Client Communication & Relationship Management
- Draft and manage professional client-facing communication including proposals follow-ups and partnership materials
- Deliver quarterly impact reports and partner communications
- Maintain proactive partner relationships and identify opportunities for renewals or expanded partnerships
- Build long-term relationships through thoughtful high-touch communication
Events & Partnership Execution
- Coordinate in-person events within corporate offices conferences and trade shows
- Manage event logistics including timelines vendors attendee coordination and day-of operations
- Create run-of-show documents and briefing materials
- Deliver post-event recaps impact summaries and partner follow-up materials
Operations & Revenue Tracking
- Maintain accurate updates and task management within
- Monitor partnership progress and communicate risks against revenue targets
- Track invoicing accounts receivable and outstanding payments
Qualifications
Required
- 7 years of experience in partnerships business development sales fundraising communications or client-facing roles
- Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to produce polished proposals emails and briefing documents
- Strong organizational and project management abilities
- Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Professionalism and confidence when communicating with executives and external stakeholders
- Genuine alignment with Dream Opportunitys mission and impact
Preferred
- Degree in Business Communications Public Policy Marketing or a related field
- Experience with Google Workspace Canva and Slack
- Background in non-profit CSR education workforce development social impact or partnership-driven organizations
Why This Role Matters
Every partnership secured helps place a student into rooms networks and career opportunities they may never have otherwise accessed.
This role offers:
- Direct visibility into organizational growth
- Significant ownership and responsibility
- Strong earning potential
- A mission-driven environment with measurable impact
- Clear opportunities for advancement and leadership
Interested candidates should submit their resume/CV and a short introduction outlining their relevant experience to . Please include Corporate Partnerships Manager Application in the subject line.
To understand more about our business please review our Linkedin and our Website.
Join us in building pathways that change lives.
JOB CODE: schools client management education account management sales client relations partnerships business
Required Experience:
Manager