LEGO Education Senior Manager Business Development – Partnerships

Job Description

Just imagine how you can drive impactful partnerships, transform the reach of LEGO Education, and make inclusive learning available to all students!  

LEGO® Education is a global leader in the education sector, offering playful learning experiences designed to help every student succeed. We are thrilled to announce a new position: Senior Manager Development Manager – Partnerships, joining our EU Commercial Team! 

Please note:  

• No relocation assistance is offered for this position.  

• The role is based on our Munich HUB located at Techno-park II. Our hybrid working model is 3 days office/2 days home weekly.  

• The internal title will be Senior Key Account Manager Specialist, and the internal level is Senior Manager and is an Individual Contributor role.  

Core Responsibilities:  

• Own the development and implementation of the private partnership strategy for LEGO Education in Europe. Focus on the K12 market and build a scalable model to unlock new funding streams. 

• Identify, prioritize, and secure strategic partnerships involving corporations, foundations, CSR organizations, and other private-sector partners.

• Develop partnership structures and value propositions that align corporate objectives with the goals of LEGO Education’s educational programs, resulting in co-funded STEM and learning initiatives. 

• Build and cultivate positive relationships across internal teams and external partners to ensure effective teamwork and delivery. 

• Develop and document case studies and evidence of successful partnerships and initiatives to demonstrate impact and inform future strategies. 

• Monitor market developments in corporate giving, philanthropy, CSR, and social-impact trends, identifying opportunities for growth. 

• Track performance metrics and partnership outcomes, ensuring visibility, accountability, and continuous improvement. 

Play your part in the team succeeding  

In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and inspire partners to shape how LEGO Education engages with corporations, foundations, and global brands. By unlocking non-government capital and creating scalable co-funded programs, you'll translate shared goals into impactful learning initiatives. Your leadership and creativity will transform early pilots into a robust, Europe-wide private-funding engine, accelerating impact and supporting sustainable growth.  Acting as a bridge between LEGO Education and key partners, you'll translate ambitions into meaningful programs, driving strategic business development. This position offers autonomy and the chance to explore new opportunities, leaving a tangible mark on how LEGO Education connects beyond traditional channels, enhancing our impact and reach across Europe. 

Do you what it takes  

• Proven experience in a B2B, partnership, business development, or strategic commercial environment, ideally with a focus on building and scaling multi-stakeholder