The PIE - Partnerships Manager

About the role

You are a relationship builder who invests in people for the long term, ensuring clients trust you and return to you. You are commercially sharp, spotting opportunities early and moving on them with confidence as a proven closer. You consult with partners to understand their actual needs and position solutions that genuinely fit their goals. You own your territory autonomously, managing your results without needing to be told what to do. You are resilient, navigating difficult conversations and shifting priorities while remaining a people person who is memorable and enjoyable to work with. You view international travel as a core part of the role and embrace every opportunity it brings to expand global impact. You translate these traits into building deep commercial relationships that last rather than just closing transient deals.

Key facts

What you'll do

Develop and execute a territory strategy that drives new business and deepens existing relationships across the international education landscape.

Own the full partnership cycle, encompassing prospecting, pitching, closing, and growing high-value collaborations with leading organisations.

Build long-term relationships with senior decision-makers, establishing trust and credibility that positions The PIE as an indispensable partner.

Consult with partners to uncover their strategic goals and position solutions that align precisely with their unique needs and ambitions.

Spot commercial opportunities in your territory and move on them swiftly, often before they become obvious to competitors.

Deliver strong presentations and proposals that articulate value clearly and land at the appropriate decision-making level.

Represent The PIE at global conferences and events, engaging with the international education calendar to amplify brand presence.

Maintain sharp CRM discipline and accurate forecasting, understanding that these practices underpin successful partnership management.

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of partnership initiatives and consistent messaging across all touchpoints.

Leverage data and market insights to refine your approach and identify untapped potential within existing and prospective portfolios.

Adapt your communication style to resonate with diverse cultures and markets, demonstrating global mindedness in every interaction.

Champion The PIE's mission as the global hub for international education, articulating its value to partners and stakeholders.

Identify and nurture strategic alliances that contribute to the long-term vision and revenue trajectory of the business.

Document every interaction meticulously to ensure continuity and enable the team to scale efforts effectively over time.

Requirements

You have built commercial relationships that transcend simple transactions, understanding the distinction between a client and a partner.

You are trusted by the people you work with, credible in every room you enter, and hungry for the next level of growth and responsibility.

You possess a consultative mindset, taking time to understand what a partner actually needs before proposing any solution.

You demonstrate autonomy by owning your territory and results, thriving without the need for constant management or direction.

You are globally minded, comfortable working across cultures, markets, and time zones without any loss of effectiveness or composure.

You exhibit resilience, having navigated difficult conversations, hard quarters, and shifting priorities while returning stronger each time.

You are a people person who is memorable, ensuring that others enjoy working with you and want to continue the relationship.

You travel internationally as a core component of the role, embracing the opportunities and challenges that come with frequent movement.

Nice to have

There are no preferred items specified beyond the core requirements and expectations outlined in the role description.

Practical notes

This role is based in London, UK, though strong candidates from anywhere in the world are actively considered for the position.

International travel is an essential and integral part of the role, requiring a high degree of comfort with moving between countries and time zones.

Candidates will be assessed on their ability to build long-term partnerships, demonstrate commercial acumen, and operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment.

The application process requires submission of a CV, a tailored cover letter, and a short video introduction not exceeding two minutes in length.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest opportunity without delay.

Successful applicants will be contacted directly for the next steps in the selection process.