Partnership Manager

Central London-based office with Hybrid working.

We are seeking an experienced Partnerships Manager to join a leading tourism destination brand. This newly created role will be instrumental in developing and delivering strategic B2B2C partnerships that drive brand awareness, increase footfall, and boost sales across their premium retail outlets.

Working closely with the Head of Tourism, you will be responsible for building high-impact partnerships across travel (OTAs, hotels, airlines), financial services, and other key sectors, enhancing visibility in both domestic and international markets. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant commercial impact while working with prestigious global brands and partners.

Why Apply?

1. Join a prestigious, globally recognised tourism destination brand.
2. Play a key role in high-profile partnerships with leading international companies.

Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus structure, and excellent career growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement a strategic partnership strategy for long-haul and European markets.
2. Identify and secure high-value partnerships across airlines, hotels, payment providers, and OTAs.
3. Conduct market analysis and competitor benchmarking to shape partnership approaches.
4. Design and implement standardised toolkits for seamless partnership execution across destinations.
5. Work collaboratively with international teams and marketing functions to align with tourism and business goals.
6. Monitor, analyse, and report on partnership performance against key KPIs.
7. Leverage partnerships for integrated marketing activities across B2B2C channels.
8. Ensure partnership initiatives align with seasonal campaigns to maximise visibility.
9. Use data insights to optimise customer engagement and commercial performance.

What We're Looking For

1. Proven experience managing strategic B2B partnerships in a commercial setting.
2. Strong understanding of international and domestic tourism markets.
3. Exceptional ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
4. Experience utilising marketing channels to drive partnership success.
5. Strong project management skills, including budget planning and performance tracking.
6. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with fluency in English (additional languages advantageous).
7. A self-motivated, results-driven team player with a commercial mindset.