Strategic Partnerships Manager

Octopus Legacy

The Company We’re Octopus Legacy: one of the fastest-growing tech companies in the country, and part of the UK’s most exciting and best trusted group. We have a mission. We’re on a path to scale - aiming to become a household name while transforming a long-established industry and helping individuals and organisations prepare for, and find support after, death. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why we’re building a team of self-starters, problem-solvers and people who bring energy to everything they do. Ready to be part of something big? The Role As a Strategic Partnerships Manager - Charity at Octopus Legacy you’ll take ownership of one of our most important growth areas: building and scaling partnerships with UK charities to deliver our legacy and will writing services. You’ll be responsible for: * Signing new charity partners * Growing legacy service adoption * Positioning Octopus Legacy as the leading partner for Free Will Services and legacy growth * Building a strong pipeline of prospects * Developing existing relationships with senior stakeholders (Heads of Legacy, Fundraising Directors) * Close high value, long term partnerships * Translating our product offering into clear ROI and impact for charities * Navigating complex decision making processes within organisations You’ll sit within a broader partnerships function but will have significant autonomy to define: * Your target segments * Your approach to market * How we win and grow in the charity space If you thrive in ambiguity, enjoy consultative selling, and want to build something meaningful at scale, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities NEW BUSINESS & REVENUE GROWTH * Own and deliver against ambitious targets for signing new charity partners * Build and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities across the charity sector * Lead end to end sales cycles, from outreach through to contract signature * Develop tailored proposals aligned to each charity’s legacy strategy * Drive consistent, high-quality deal conversion MARKET DEVELOPMENT & STRATEGY * Identify priority segments and opportunities within the charity landscape * Refine messaging, positioning and go to market approach * Gather feedback from the market to inform product and proposition development * Stay close to sector trends (legacy giving, fundraising, regulation) CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION * Work closely with: * Account management (for smooth handover and partner success) * Marketing (campaigns, case studies, collateral) * Product (feedback on charity and supporter needs) * Help shape how we deliver and scale our charity proposition PIPELINE & PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT * Maintain accurate pipeline tracking using CRM systems * Forecast revenue and track performance against targets * Use data to continuously improve conversion and sales effectiveness Who Are You? * A high ownership operator - you take initiative and build momentum without waiting to be asked * Proven experience in: * B2B sales, partnerships or business development * Experience selling into charities or adjacent sectors desirable but not essential * Strong consultative sales skills and comfortable with longer, relationship led sales cycles * Confident engaging senior stakeholders and influencing decisions * Commercially driven, with a track record of hitting or exceeding targets * Highly organised, able to manage multiple complex deals simultaneously * A strong communicator who can simplify complex ideas and build trust quickly * Curious about the charity sector and motivated by purpose driven work * Comfortable using CRM tools and managing a structured pipeline * Proactive, resilient and motivated by building something from the ground up Our Mission Octopus Legacy is the place to plan for death and find support after loss. When people think about planning for death they think about wills, life insurance and funerals. We take these cold processes and turn them into something more human. Share more than money: leave voice notes, music, recipes. Shape a legacy that connects you while you're here. And after you're gone. Founded by Sam after his mum died suddenly, we’re a group of people who work in death because we’ve been affected by it. We know the difference a good plan makes, and what it’s like when there isn’t one. Death can come between us, leaving mess, legal fees, frustration. But it can also make us stronger. We see a world where people talk openly about death, and work out the real meaning of legacy, one that connects to them. We’re here to make that world happen. Benefits * Flexible working: 3 days in the office (London Bridge) you can work remotely up to 2 days a week.  * Work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks per year. * An extra holiday day for your birthday. * Life insurance, Health insurance, Will & LPAs. * Octopus share incentive scheme. * Cycle to Work Scheme and access to the Electric Vehicle (EV) Salary Sacrifice Scheme. * Octopus Giving: we match any charitable fundraising that you do up to £500.  * Octopus Springboard: where we help our employees become fully-fledged entrepreneurs.

Kambi

About Kambi Kambi Group plc is a leading B2B provider of premium sports betting services to licensed gaming operators. Our services provide an end-to-end solution for operators wanting to launch a standalone Sportsbook or bolster their existing offering with an innovative sports betting product. From front-end user interface to customer intelligence, risk management and odds compiling, all built on our in-house developed software, we strive to deliver the ultimate service and solution to our partners. Our vision is to create the world’s leading sports betting experiences, together with our partners. Kambi is seeking an ambitious, high-performing sales professional ready to take the next step in their career and join a fast growing B2B technology businesses. This is an opportunity to become part of a global, high-performing commercial team focused on securing and growing strategic partnerships with leading operators across the sports betting industry. You will play a key role in driving new business opportunities, managing complex enterprise sales cycles, and helping prospects understand how Kambi’s premium sportsbook solutions can accelerate growth, improve performance, and deliver long-term competitive advantage. This role offers exposure to senior leadership, cross-functional collaboration with product, marketing, and pre-sales teams, and a clear path for career progression within a market-leading business. Main Responsibilities * Own and manage new business opportunities across the full sales lifecycle, from prospecting and lead generation through to negotiation, contract closure, and handover. * Identify, qualify, and progress high-value sales opportunities across regulated and emerging markets. * Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects, ensuring accurate forecasting and disciplined pipeline management through CRM systems. * Develop a deep understanding of client objectives, challenges, and growth ambitions, using a consultative sales approach to align Kambi’s solutions to their needs. * Lead responses to RFPs, commercial proposals, and presentations, clearly articulating the value of Kambi’s products, technology, and services. * Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across executive, commercial, operational, and technical functions within prospect organisations. * Work closely with internal stakeholders across product, trading, pre-sales, legal, and marketing teams to shape compelling commercial propositions. * Stay informed on market developments, competitor activity, customer trends, and regulatory changes across the global sports betting landscape. * Represent Kambi at industry conferences, events, and client meetings to strengthen market presence and generate new opportunities. * Contribute to the ongoing development of internal sales processes, best practices, and strategic commercial initiatives. What You’ll Bring * Previous B2B sales experience with a proven track record of progressing deals through the full sales cycle, from prospecting to close. * Demonstrated success in exceeding revenue targets, KPIs, and commercial objectives. * Strong consultative selling skills, with the ability to understand customer pain points and position tailored solutions. * Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with confidence engaging senior decision-makers including C-level stakeholders. * Strong commercial acumen, numerical ability, and attention to detail. * Self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and proactively manage opportunities. * Passion for sports and genuine interest in technology and innovation. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment and collaborate across global teams. * Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required. * Experience within the betting, gaming, sportsbook, or wider iGaming industry would be highly advantageous. What we can offer * Competitive salary and bonus structure * Brand new amazing Central London office complete with snacks and social events * A real opportunity to develop your skill set and further your career in a growing business and industry * Opportunity to own the full sales process   Kambi's ongoing commitment to Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace If you require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify your recruiter, who will assist you however they can. Diversity and inclusion is at the heart of who we are and who we aim to be. While we are proud of the positive and inclusive company culture we have created, we know we can do so much more. Kambi constantly evolves its Diversity and Inclusion strategy to ensure it becomes an even more inclusive and positive place to work, with the core management team reaffirming its commitment to delivering on employee feedback. Creating an inclusive environment We believe Kambi's greatest strength is the collective talent of our employees. Kambi is committed to ensuring we create an inclusive work environment where everyone can feel valued, thrive and achieve their potential, regardless of who they are or what their background is. We know that it is only by having a balance of different voices, values and opinions that Kambi is able to be the market leader it is today. #wearekambi

Proton

A better internet, where privacy is the default, is possible. Building this better internet might seem daunting or even unthinkable, but at Proton, this is what we do every day. Proton was founded in 2014 by a group of scientists who met at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN). Our first product, Proton Mail, is now the world’s largest encrypted email service. Subsequent Proton products, such as Proton VPN, Proton Calendar, and Proton Drive, give our users full control over how and with whom their data is shared. Today, Proton makes privacy universally accessible. Journalists from outlets like The Guardian and The New York Times, some of the world’s largest organizations, and people in more than 180 countries have signed up for over 70 million accounts. Our diverse and dynamic team is made up of more than 400 members representing over 40 different nationalities. While we are based in Geneva, Switzerland, we have offices in Zurich, Prague, London, Vilnius, Skopje, Taipei, and many more employees working remotely around the world. Join one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies to help us solve challenging problems and build new products that will reach hundreds of millions of people. We want to create more than just one of the world’s most impactful tech companies; we want to create a new internet that serves the interests of all people. We need you, your voice, your ideas, and your ambition to make it happen. Purpose of the role Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, you will be responsible for the global growth of Proton VPN's affiliate program. You will manage a portfolio of strategic partners, identify new growth opportunities, negotiate commercial agreements, and develop initiatives that drive customer acquisition and revenue. This is a highly commercial role requiring a combination of relationship management, business development, strategic thinking, and data-driven decision making. The successful candidate will play a key role in scaling one of Proton's largest acquisition channels while helping establish Proton VPN as a preferred partner across the affiliate ecosystem. What you will do STRATEGIC PARTNER MANAGEMENT * Own and grow relationships with Proton VPN's most strategic affiliate partners globally. * Build joint business plans with key publishers and networks. * Conduct regular business reviews and identify opportunities for incremental growth. * Negotiate commercial agreements, placements, sponsorships, and promotional opportunities. * Establish partnerships across content commerce, influencers, strategic brand to brand, loyalty and reward, niche communities and more. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT * Identify, recruit, and onboard new affiliate partners across priority markets. * Expand Proton VPN's presence across editorial, comparison, cashback, loyalty, student, content commerce, and emerging partner categories. * Build relationships with agencies, affiliate networks, technology partners, and industry stakeholders. * Represent Proton at industry events and conferences. COMMERCIAL GROWTH * Deliver revenue, subscription, and profitability targets. * Develop quarterly and annual growth plans. * Analyse partner performance and optimise investments accordingly. * Identify opportunities to improve partner activation, engagement, and retention. DATA & PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS * Monitor affiliate performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities. * Produce forecasts and performance reporting for senior leadership. * Evaluate commercial investments and partnership ROI. * Track competitor activity and market developments. CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION * Partner closely with Product, Marketing, Creative, Analytics, and Regional teams. * Support campaign planning, launches, and seasonal promotions. * Work with internal stakeholders to improve landing page performance, conversion rates, and attribution. Job requirements ESSENTIAL * 5+ years of experience in affiliate marketing, partnerships, performance marketing, or business development. * Proven experience managing strategic affiliate partnerships. * Strong commercial negotiation skills. * Experience working with affiliate networks and tracking platforms. * Excellent analytical and reporting capabilities. * Ability to influence stakeholders across multiple teams. * Strong communication and relationship-building skills. * Experience working within a global business environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Experience within SaaS, cybersecurity, technology, fintech, or subscription businesses. * Familiarity with platforms such as Impact, CJ, Partnerize, Tune, Awin, or similar. * Experience managing editorial publishers, cashback partners, comparison sites, loyalty platforms, and strategic content partners. * International partnership experience across North America, Europe, and APAC. * Experience owning commercial targets and delivering measurable growth against acquisition goals. BONUS POINTS * Experience working with privacy-focused, cybersecurity, SaaS, or subscription-based businesses. * Passion for online privacy, digital rights, cybersecurity, and protecting user data. * Familiarity with the privacy and security ecosystem, including key publishers, influencers, communities, and industry trends. * Experience managing similar affiliate or partnership programs within categories such as VPN, secure email, password management, cloud storage, or broader privacy-focused technology products. SUCCESS IN THE FIRST 12 MONTHS * Grow Proton VPN's affiliate revenue and customer acquisition globally. * Strengthen relationships with strategic publishers and networks. * Launch new partnerships across key international markets. * Improve partner activation and program diversification. * Deliver measurable growth against affiliate channel targets. * Establish Proton VPN as a preferred advertiser across the affiliate ecosystem. * Develop a scalable growth roadmap for the VPN affiliate program. Why should you join Proton? * Be part of a movement - Proton is not just a product or service but a community-driven movement united by a shared vision of online freedom. Our services are open source, audited, and supported by community contributions. We give back to our community by maintaining core encryption libraries and by supporting other organizations furthering the same goals as us. Proton is free, open source, neutral, independent, and community first, while remaining financially sustainable. * Work with smart and dedicated people - Our team is diverse, collaborative, and tight-knit with people coming from all walks of life, including many of the world’s top academic institutions and organizations, such as MIT, Harvard, Stanford, Caltech, Cambridge, and ETH. * Join a strong brand - Our encrypted email service - Proton Mail - has grown to be a staple of online security and privacy. Proton has been featured in multiple popular television and film productions, such as Mr. Robot, Knives Out, Sounds of Metal, and more. * Grow with us - We’re one of Europe’s fastest-growing startups, doubling in size every year. Our growth gives you limitless career and educational opportunities as well as the opportunity to work side-by-side with many world-leading experts in their fields. * Have your voice heard - We value your opinion and encourage you to speak up and share your ideas and thoughts. At Proton, no problem is someone else’s problem. We collectively strive to do the right thing and be the undisputed best in the world at everything we do. * Benefits – these vary by location and type of contract but expect support on your vacation, parental leave, refreshment if working from the office, learning and development opportunities, equity for shared success, flexible working hours and remote work, company events and team building activities. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background, feel valued and empowered. We strive to create equal opportunities, promote open dialogue, and support continuous learning to ensure every voice is heard and respected. If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know. Candidate Privacy Notice When you apply for a position, refer a candidate, or are considered for a role at Proton Technologies AG (Proton, we, us, or our), your information is stored in Greenhouse, in accordance with their Service Privacy Policy. This information is used to evaluate your suitability for the posted position. We also retain this information for consideration for future roles that you may apply for or that we believe may align with your background and skills. If we no longer have a legitimate business need to process your information, we will either delete or anonymize it. Should you have any inquiries about how we use or manage your information, or if you wish to access, correct, or delete your data, please contact our privacy team at careers@proton.ch. Proton does not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from candidates. We will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from an unsolicited offer, even if the candidate is subsequently hired by Proton. To learn more about our privacy policy, please visit our privacy policy page. #LI-ONSITE