Director, Affinity Partnerships

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits?

Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.

While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU.

PAY RANGE

The Target Pay Range for this position is $169,200.00-$206,700.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $131,800.00 - $244,400.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

BENEFITS

Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.  Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance.  We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees.  Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan.  Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) on a per pay period basis based on hours worked (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here.

IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE:

As the Director of Affinity Partnerships at BECU, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping how we connect with our community through meaningful partnerships and sponsorships. Your leadership will directly influence how BECU builds, nurtures, and grows relationships that bring value to our members, our partners, and our brand. You’ll have the opportunity to craft innovative strategies, lead a high-performing team, and collaborate across the organization to ensure every partnership aligns with our mission and drives measurable impact. This is your chance to lead with purpose, elevate your career, and leave a lasting mark on BECU’s growth journey.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Lead with Vision: Inspire and guide a team of relationship managers and marketers to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results.
• Build Strategic Frameworks: Design and evolve a playbook for affinity and sponsorship partnerships that aligns with BECU’s growth goals and brand identity.
• Discover New Opportunities: Identify and evaluate potential partners and sponsorships, crafting compelling business cases that highlight mutual value.
• Strengthen Existing Partnerships: Deepen relationships with current partners by acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring alignment with shared goals.
• Drive Marketing Strategy: Develop and implement marketing plans that leverage both BECU and partner assets to drive engagement and growth.
• Elevate the Brand: Oversee creative strategies that enhance BECU’s image through thoughtful use of partner branding and intellectual property.
• Leverage Data for Impact: Use analytics to measure campaign success, optimize strategies, and ensure data-driven decision-making.
• Negotiate with Confidence: Lead contract negotiations and manage agreements in collaboration with legal and vendor management teams.
• Ensure Governance Excellence: Define roles, responsibilities, and governance structures that support effective partnership execution.
• Manage Budgets Strategically: Oversee annual and long-term planning for operational, product, and project budgets related to partnerships.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work cross-functionally to amplify marketing efforts and ensure partner success.
• Own the Vision: Operate with autonomy while aligning with executive leader