Partnerships Manager UK

Looking for a job that fits your life, anywhere in the world? Ever fancied a role where work molds around your life, no matter where around the globe you are? Welcome to Safeguard Global! We're all about making work fit into your world, wherever that may be.

About us: At Safeguard Global, we're not your average company. We enable global expansion without the risk for over 1,500+ customers in nearly 190 countries, but what really makes us tick is giving you and 900+ Guardians the freedom to work in a way that suits your style, no matter the time zone in 50+ countries. Our “work in any way” approach means you can call your couch your office or a café halfway across the world your boardroom, all while still having room to do school runs and essential errands throughout your working day.

How you will make a difference:

• As Partnership Manager, you’ll be responsible for identifying, developing, and managing strategic partnerships that generate top-of-funnel leads and expand Safeguard Global’s influence across the UK market.
• This is an opportunity to help develop our partnership programme in the early phases to design and execute a partnership strategy, create something special, and directly shape how we grow through alliances.
• You’ll work closely with the UK SVP and Director of Partnerships, EMEA to evolve the program and drive measurable impact.
• Identify and develop new partnerships that align with Safeguard Global’s growth objectives.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key partners and stakeholders.
• Manage the full partnership lifecycle — from sourcing and negotiation to activation and performance management.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, and Product teams to ensure partnerships deliver mutual value.
• Define and execute partnership strategies and goals in alignment with EMEA and UK growth priorities.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics, sharing insights and recommendations to optimize impact.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitive activity to identify emerging partnership opportunities.
• Act as the main point of contact for partners, ensuring clear communication and an exceptional partner experience.

What will give you an advantage:

• Strong experience in partnership management, business development, or channel programs.
• Experience in one of the following areas would be advantageous – HR Tech, SAAS, Ecommerce, Recruitment, or payroll.
• Proven track record of building and managing successful partnerships that drive measurable outcomes.
• Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
• Collaborative and proactive working style, comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Entrepreneurial drive, curiosity, and commercial acumen.

Our Global Benefits:

• Autonomy and Flexibility (work in any way): Remote first, with the flexibility to include life needs like school runs and gym breaks in your schedule, all while maintaining a high standard of work.
• Generous leave: Enjoy a competitive leave package including paid bonding leaves for new additions to your family.
• Make a difference: Get 2 paid charitable days off to contribute to causes you believe in.
• Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan.
• International environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.
• Human centered culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.
• Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace.

Next Steps: Ready to join a workforce that shapes itself around your life, and embrace remote work like a pro? Apply by clicking on the following link. We wish you the best with your application.

Welcome to the future of work! At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.