Director of Strategic Partnerships - Remote

Overview

Later is the enterprise leader in social media and influencer marketing software, services, and data, trusted by leading brands and agencies worldwide. Following our acquisition of Mavely, the Everyday Influencer Platform®, Later enables brands to scale creator partnerships from nano to premium influencers while managing social media content and campaigns across all major social and affiliate networks. Through proprietary performance data, marketing leaders can drive attributable sales and optimize social commerce with our software platform or award-winning services.

Later is founded on two success stories that began in 2014: Mavrck, the industry-leading influencer marketing solution (now Later Influence™), and Later, the best social media management platform (now Later Social™) and first-to-market link in bio tool, Later Link in Bio. In 2024, Mavrck and Later officially joined together as one unified business, with a shared vision: to enable the world to make a living with their creativity.

We’re trusted by the top social platforms, with partnerships and integrations with Meta, TikTok, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Pinterest.

We enable marketers to create high-performing content and engage in authentic collaborations with creators to reach new audiences, drive engagement, and generate predictable ROI.

In Short

• This role will primarily work on our Affiliate Marketing Platform, Mavely.
• Establish and deepen Mavely’s partnerships with key social media platforms and technology providers.
• Build and maintain relationships with key industry players.
• Identify new business opportunities and negotiate deals.
• Manage cross-functional integration initiatives.
• Ensure client satisfaction and provide ongoing support.
• Stay informed about industry news and trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams for successful implementation of partnerships.
• Drive revenue growth and market expansion goals.
• Lead executive level strategic negotiations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in business development.
• Established key contacts/executive relationships in the social platforms and creator marketing industry.
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze data.
• Creativity and ability to think outside the box.
• Passion for the creator industry.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to develop and execute effective partnership strategies.

Benefits

• Market-based and data-driven compensation approach.
• Bi-annual compensation evaluations.
• Stock options for permanent team members.
• Eligibility for various benefits plans.
• Inclusive and supportive work environment.
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.
• Flexible work arrangements including remote options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Engagement in innovative projects.
• Supportive team culture.