Senior Marketing Advisor - Brand & Cross-Sector

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YOUR MISSION Over the years, partnerships have been one of the most powerful and capital-efficient channels for our business. From a historical base of 192 interested leads generated through partner introductions and referrals — resulting in 19 past customers and 4 active customers, including a publicly traded company acquired through our Remote.com partnership — we know this motion works. As Partnerships Manager, You will own and scale this engine. This is a builder role: starting from a strong foundation of informal relationships and past wins, you will formalize and grow two distinct partnership pipelines — Commercial and Marketing — that together drive revenue, brand visibility, and long-term strategic positioning. Business Context & Partnership Model Our partnerships have historically operated across two value streams: Commercial Partnerships — Revenue & Lead Generation The commercial partnerships model is straightforward: we work with organisations whose clients or members are likely to need our services, and we structure introductions, referrals (paid and unpaid), and co-selling arrangements. Partners act as a trusted channel into qualified networks — shortening our sales cycle and increasing close rates because leads arrive with built-in credibility. The Remote.com partnership is a strong proof point: it brought us a publicly traded company as a customer. The next phase is about systematising what worked, identifying more partners in adjacent categories, and making the pipeline predictable. Target commercial partner categories include: * Business accelerators and startup programmes * Accounting and financial advisory firms that can refer their clients to us * Networks similar to YPO, StartX, YC * Venture capital and investor networks * Capital providers and debt financing firms * Due diligence and compliance consultancies * Companies specialising in remote talent and distributed workforce solutions * Providers of complementary services (HR tech, legal, payroll, etc.) Secondary Priority: Marketing Partnerships — Brand Credibility & Presence Marketing partnerships operate on a different logic: they increase our surface area in the market and make our brand, our people, and our clients visible to audiences we do not yet reach. These are not primarily revenue drivers in the short term — they are credibility and distribution plays that compound over time. Outcomes we are building toward include being featured as a brand across relevant media and communities, placing our people as recognised voices in our space, and amplifying client success stories to attract similar profiles. Target outcomes from marketing partnerships include: * Guest appearances on podcasts, panels, and webinars * Guest posts and bylines in industry publications * Interviews and editorial features * Backlinks from credible, high-authority websites * Being featured in industry events and conference programmes * Providing expert quotes to journalists and content creators * Securing referrals and testimonials from partners and clients * Indexing as a recognised brand across directories, lists, and ecosystem maps * Showcasing our activities, talent, and client outcomes in partner content Your Responsibilities Pipeline Development & Partner Management * Design and build two structured partnership pipelines: Commercial and Marketing, each with defined target profiles, outreach processes, and success metrics * Identify, research, and evaluate potential partners that align with our strategic vision and customer profile * Own the full partner lifecycle: from first contact and qualification through to activation, launch, and ongoing relationship management * Serve as the primary point of contact for all partners, representing our brand with consistency and credibility * Maintain a live pipeline view with clear stages, statuses, and expected outcomes Commercial Partnership Execution * Develop commercial partnership structures including referral agreements, co-selling arrangements, and revenue-sharing models (both paid and non-paid) * Build relationships with accelerators, VCs, accounting firms, capital providers, due diligence consultancies, and complementary service providers * Drive lead flow from partners: introductions, warm referrals, and joint outreach * Track partner-sourced revenue and contribution to overall pipeline with clear attribution Marketing Partnership Execution * Secure guest appearance slots on relevant podcasts, webinars, panels, and events * Place guest posts, bylines, and editorial features in key publications and media outlets * Build backlink and co-marketing relationships with high-authority websites in our space * Generate testimonials, referrals, and case study opportunities from client and partner networks * Ensure the company, our people, and our clients are represented and indexed across relevant ecosystem directories and featured lists Product Innovation & Market Intelligence * Stay informed about market trends, emerging technologies, and shifts in our competitive landscape to identify new partnership opportunities * Work closely with Product Management to surface partner needs, prioritise capabilities that increase partner and customer value, and help partners build deeper solutions on top of our platform * Act as a feedback loop between the market and internal teams — surfacing what partners are hearing from their clients and what opportunities we are not yet capturing YOUR PROFILE * Proven ability to build relationships and manage external stakeholders with professionalism and long-term thinking * Experience in partnerships, business development, or a client-facing growth role * Commercial mindset: comfortable discussing revenue, deal structures, and partner economics * Strong written and verbal communication skills — able to represent the company credibly to senior counterparts * Self-directed and organised: capable of managing multiple conversations and workstreams without close oversight * Familiarity with SaaS, HR tech, remote work, or B2B services is a strong plus * Existing network in relevant spaces (accelerators, VC, accounting, media) is a meaningful

Shift Technology

Shift delivers AI agents that transform insurers' most critical work. By combining deep industry expertise and unmatched data resources, Shift provides proven results that have earned the trust of hundreds of the world's leading insurers. Our insurance-grade AI is accurate, explainable, and secure—empowering human experts to move with unmatched speed, total confidence, and a renewed focus on the people they serve.        Your browser does not support the video tag. Our culture is built on innovation, trust, and a drive to transform the insurance industry through our SaaS platform. We come from more than 50 different countries and cultures and together we are creating the future of insurance. Learn more at www.shift-technology.com   THE KEY ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE TEAM AT SHIFT ACTS AS THE STRATEGIC BRIDGE BETWEEN COMPLEX INSURANCE CHALLENGES AND OUR AI-DRIVEN SOLUTIONS, FOCUSING ON BUILDING LONG-TERM PARTNERSHIPS WITH NATIONAL CARRIERS. OUR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES ARE HIGH-LEVEL CONSULTANTS WHO NAVIGATE MULTI-STAKEHOLDER ENVIRONMENTS TO DELIVER MEASURABLE VALUE TO C-SUITE EXECUTIVES. DRIVEN BY SHIFT’S HIGH-IMPACT BEHAVIORS, THE TEAM PRIORITIZES DATA-DRIVEN DECISION-MAKING AND SEAMLESS CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION TO TRANSFORM THE WAY THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY OPERATES.  ROLE OVERVIEW We are looking for a strategic Key Account Executive to own and grow relationships with large (Tier1) national insurance carriers. You will operate at the C-suite level, guiding complex multi-stakeholder sales cycles from prospecting through close, while acting as a trusted advisor throughout the customer lifecycle. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role for someone who blends executive presence with a genuine consultative approach. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Strategic Growth: Develop and execute strategic territory plans for Tier 1 national insurance companies, account management and driving expansion within existing accounts and new logo acquisition. * Relationship Management: Build and maintain senior executive relationships (VP, SVP, C-suite) across key stakeholders including Claims, SIU, IT, Operations, and Lines of Business. * Consultative Discovery: Lead a consultative discovery process to deeply understand clients' business challenges, priorities, and objectives—then connect those needs to our solution's value. * Full Sales Cycle Ownership: Own the full sales cycle: prospecting, qualification, multi-threaded stakeholder engagement, business case development, negotiation, and contract execution. * Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner cross-functionally with Solutions & Consulting, Customer Success, Data Science, Product, and Marketing to deliver a cohesive customer experience and resolve complex deal challenges. * Forecasting & CRM: Accurately forecast pipeline and manage CRM hygiene to deliver predictable revenue outcomes. * Market Insight: Serve as a market voice—relay client feedback and industry trends to inform product strategy and go-to-market messaging. QUALIFICATIONS * 10+ years of experience in quota bearing technology sales roles * 7+ years of experience being dedicated to a few Fortune 50 accounts in a B2B SaaS company * Extensive background in negotiations, deal strategy & construction * Excellent Presentation and Executive Engagement skills * Strong Drive for Results with a high standard of quality * Ability to develop a vision with a deep sense of Accountability * A growth mindset and an inquisitive learner * Highly adaptable, ability to work & collaborate in a fast paced environment * Knowledge of the Insurance / financial services industry is strongly preferred The range listed is for base compensation.  Your actual base salary will vary based on factors including location and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process.  In addition to base salary, your total rewards package will include additional components such as incentive pay and benefits.  If you're interviewing for this role, speak with your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about the specific details for this position. Base Salary Pay Range $180,000—$200,000 USD To support our permanent, full time employees at every stage of their careers and lives, we provide a competitive total rewards and benefits package. Here are the global benefits we’d like to highlight: * Flexible remote and hybrid working options * Competitive Salary and a variable component tied to personal and company performance * Multiple Learning and Development opportunities, including Focus Fridays, a half-day each month to focus on learning and personal growth * Generous PTO and paid holidays * Mental health benefits  * 2 MAD Days per year (Make A Difference Days for paid volunteering) Additional benefits may be offered by country, based on your eligibility - ask your recruiter for more information. Intern and Apprentice positions may receive some of these benefits - ask your recruiter for more details. AI tools are used to help review applications for this role. Read our AI in Recruitment Notice for what the AI considers, how to request a human review, and our most recent bias audit. At Shift we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from and hire people who will contribute to the diversity of our company, without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other non-merit criteria. Shift Technology is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our application and employment process. Should you require accommodation, please email accommodation@shift-technology.com and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Please be aware of scammers and only trust correspondence that comes from emails ending in "shift-technology.com". We will never do initial outreach to you via Whatsapp/Text/SMS, never ask for banking information or personal identification numbers (ex. Social Security Number) as part of our recruitment process. Shift Technology does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to the Shift Technology Careers page or a Shift Technology social media post. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shift Technology.

Ziprecruiter

We offer a hybrid work environment. Most US-based positions can also be performed remotely (any exceptions will be noted in the Minimum Qualifications below.) Our Mission: To actively connect people to their next great opportunity. Who We Are: ZipRecruiter is a leading online employment marketplace. Powered by AI-driven smart matching technology, the company actively connects millions of all-sized businesses and job seekers through innovative mobile, web, and email services, as well as through partnerships with the best job boards on the web. ZipRecruiter has the #1 rated job search app on iOS & Android. Summary: As an Enterprise Account Executive, you are eager to use your strategic selling skills to hunt and educate prospective customers on the benefits and value of ZipRecruiter. This role is heavily focused on net new logo/new business with large enterprise-level companies. You will serve as a trusted adviser, share insights, and continually seek opportunities for growth to make your customers as strong and successful as possible. Key Focuses: * Utilize a strong Hunting mentality to win net new Enterprise Accounts (companies with 5,000+ employees) * Drive revenue by prospecting and building a pipeline while building strong personal relationships with potential clients * Close new business consistently at or above quota level * Develop and execute a strategic plan for the territory and create reliable forecasts * Work to develop and circulate the set of best practices that will be the foundation of this growing team * Listen to the needs of the market and share with the product and marketing teams * Leverage your skills and your customers’ experience to evolve our product and the sales process continually Minimum Qualifications: * 1-3+ years of experience in outside sales with at least 1 year of current experience selling Net New Business to Enterprise level/C-Suite (selling to companies with 5,000+ employees) * Proven track record of winning net new Enterprise Accounts and exceeding quota and results in a large, high-growth company * Tech-savvy with experience utilizing various prospecting tools, Salesforce, creating and presenting engaging slide decks using Clearslide/Google Docs or Microsoft, and various presentation software * Proven ability to effectively build trust-based relationships with senior-level professionals * Ability to bring together multiple buyers in the same company to build a groundswell, while leveraging partners within ZipRecruiter to evangelize the solution effectively * Location -  anywhere in the US, and extensive travel will be required Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree required; however, extensive industry-specific enterprise sales experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * Direct industry experience (i.e., recruitment advertising, CPC/PPC, digital media, and/or advertising) * Advanced communication skills with senior executives at the Enterprise level  * Proven history of exceeding quota and results in a large, high-growth company * Demonstrated ability to find, manage, and close new high-level business sales As part of our team, you'll enjoy: * Competitive salary * Exceptional benefits package * Flexible Vacation & Paid Time Off * Employer-matched 401(k) plan  #LI-Remote     The US base pay for this position is $80,000.00 USD. In addition to the base rate, this role is eligible for a target commission of $72,000.00 USD annually (based on 100% quota attainment). Your actual compensation will vary based on performance against sales targets. Depending on the position offered, equity, bonuses, commission, or other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. ZipRecruiter is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetics. Privacy Notice: For information about ZipRecruiter's collection and processing of job applicant personal data for this job, please see our Privacy Notice at: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/careers/job-applicant-privacy-notice