Global Strategic Partnerships Manager – Travel

JOB PURPOSE

As a Global Strategic Partnerships Manager at Companjon, you'll be part of a company that's already made waves by partnering with leading players in banking, travel, ticketing, telco, mobility, and e-commerce. 
 
This isn't your run-of-the-mill job; it's a chance to be at the forefront of innovation and shape the future in protecting customers. We are a tech scale-up, where your ideas will be heard, and your work will have a direct impact on our growth. 
 

Why you should join Companjon

At Companjon our aim is to lead the embedded insurance market in Europe and beyond.
 
We are on a mission to change the way people think about insurance. We strive to inspire to break new ground and find progressive solutions that really improve people lives. We put people at the centre of our attention. We create solutions that are based on collaboration and the exchange of brilliant minds.
 
Learn more about who Companjon is and how we are shaping the future of insurance by watching our introduction video here:
Introducing Companjon 
 
Did you know that Companjon was named a global INSURTECH100 company? See our special video here:
Companjon INSURTECH100

ROLE AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

What you will do as Global Strategic Partnerships Manager in Companjon

• Business Development: You've got a knack for spotting opportunities and closing deals. Your business acumen and proven track record in B2B2C business development across Travel make you a force to be reckoned with. You're ready to identify new prospects, forge strategic partnerships, and drive revenue growth.
• Relationship Building: You're a pro at nurturing connections with key stakeholders and Business Partners. Your exceptional communication skills and ability to understand their needs will set us apart from the competition. Ideally, you have an established relationship network that you can tap into to hit the ground running from day one.
• B2B2C savvy: Understanding the unique needs of Business Partners is your passion and linking those needs to the right solutions within Companjon is what makes you successful.
• Collaboration Champion: Collaboration is at the heart of our success. You thrive in cross-functional teams, leveraging the collective expertise and diverse perspectives of your colleagues. You're a natural collaborator that is fluent in English and ideally another major language, fostering an environment where teamwork and innovation flourish.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

What you will need to succeed

• Strong sales experience and a network in the Travel industry
• Proven track-record for meeting and exceeding revenue targets and performance driven KPIs within a high paced startup or tech company
• Experience in General Insurance products is a plus
• Experience in deal and contract negotiation
• First class communication skills, able to present, negotiate and influence at C-level
• Fluency in English and another European language would be a plus
• University degree in business or comparable qualifications
• Experience in the digital economy (e.g., travel platforms) and digital solution design a plus

COMPETENCES / SOFTSKILLS

What we would love to see from you

• You are a salesperson and a hunter through and through
• Empathic and convincing personality
• Entrepreneurial and autonomous work style
• Outgoing communicator, good listener with exceptional presentation skills
• Ability to work with multiple deadlines under pressure
• Highly motivated and constantly aiming to improve
• Startup mindset - comfortable working in a highly dynamic environment
• Highly structured, keeping up with deadlines and various contributors

Benefits

What we can offer to you

• Innovative remote working policy – We are proud to have introduced a “Companjon onsite days”. You have the option to work remotely, except for one week per month in which we come all together in our Dublin office to strengthen relationships, reconnect… and have fun! 
• Highly competitive salary – Our compensation package is very competitive in the market, with high growth potential.
• Unique career development - You will have the opportunity to accelerate your learning and career development by joining a fast-growing start-up.
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