DIRECTOR, PARTNERSHIPS EMEA in London

As the EMEA Director of Partnerships at SharkNinja, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, developing, and managing strategic partnerships and macro influencers that drive brand growth and visibility and enhance the consumer experience with our brands. You will work cross‑functionally with Marketing teams (Product & Integrated Marketing), Social Media, PR, Media, Analytics and Creative teams to ensure our partnerships support and amplify brand and product initiatives across all Shark and Ninja categories. From co‑marketing opportunities to innovative collaborations and global expansions, you will act as the strategic connector and relationship builder who brings powerful partnerships to life.

What You’ll Do

• Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic partnerships that align with SharkNinja’s brand and business goals, including leaning into the influencer market at a macro level.
• Collaborate closely with Brand, Integrated Marketing, Social Media and Creative teams to align partnership strategies with product roadmaps and marketing launches.
• Develop and lead co‑branded marketing programs with partners, including event activations, content development and media initiatives.
• Manage day‑to‑day partner relationships, ensuring effective collaboration, timely execution, and ongoing alignment.
• Track and analyze partnership performance and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Create partnership briefing documents and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitive partnership strategies to fuel innovation.
• Represent the partnership function in global and cross‑functional meetings to drive alignment and influence outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong relationship building and communication skills with the ability to influence and inspire both internal and external partners.
• Experience driving cross‑functional initiatives with global teams and external collaborators.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to connect the dots between brand, product, and consumer needs.
• Strong organizational skills and project management expertise across multiple complex initiatives.
• Passion for brand storytelling, innovation, and consumer‑centric marketing.
• Analytical mindset with experience evaluating campaign and partner performance using data.
• Creative problem solver with a bias toward action.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Role is based in London.
• Experience in partnerships, business development, brand marketing, social influencers or related fields.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and managing strategic 360 partnerships across industries.
• Experience working with global teams and launching initiatives across international markets.
• Familiarity with integrated marketing communications and product go‑to‑market strategies.
• Knowledge of global sports and entertainment landscape.
• Experience managing and growing teams.

Benefits

• Competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs and product discounts.
• High‑impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible.
• Community that encourages collaboration, innovation and disruption of markets.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation or local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture.