The Director of Partnerships will drive the development, management, and expansion of Merlin's partnership portfolio across North America, delivering innovative and commercially successful partnerships through multi-channel activations, including brand promotions, sponsorships, marketing collaborations, and experiential partnerships.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in partnership, sponsorship, or commercial brand roles
- Proven track record managing large strategic brand partnerships in the US
- Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated revenue growth through partnerships
- Experience aligning regional strategies with global brand initiatives
- Strong negotiation, relationship management, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience building and leading high-performing commercial teams
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Generous PTO
- Affordable Health Plans
- Global Access Pass
- Company-paid life insurance
- Continued Growth