Job description
Strategic Partnership Manager - Germany
Allen & York are delighted to be working exclusively with 44.moles, a swiftly growing subsidiary of the Waldholz group, a large Internationally renowned forestry management and investments firm, 44.moles leads the way in connecting forestry with state-of-the-art technology. Their unwavering commitment to establishing ethical and sustainable carbon offsets, underscored by a steadfast dedication to transparency, has led 44.moles to seek an energetic individual to join the team as a Strategic Partnership Manager.
In this role, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive market research and analysis to identify areas of opportunity. You will then develop and execute business development strategies that are aligned with 44.moles company objectives and revenue targets. Identifying and prioritising target markets and customer segments for expansion will be a critical part of your role. You will also be responsible for creating persuasive proposals and presentations to pitch partnership ideas and secure new business. In addition, you will lead negotiations with clients to establish long-term business opportunities and collaborate closely with internal teams, including Marketing, to ensure the sharing of valuable insights and customer feedback. Finally, you will have the opportunity to build and lead a team to implement your strategies across different regions of the business.
To excel in this role, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in any business-related field and have a minimum of 4 years of experience in client-facing roles and team management. Proven experience in business development, partnerships, or a related role is essential. We are looking for someone with excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Fluency in English (with knowledge of German as a plus) is required, and you should possess strong interpersonal skills with a charismatic personality. A deep understanding of the carbon offset market, coupled with outstanding organisational and time-management abilities, is highly valued. Additionally, you should be willing to relocate to Göttingen.
In the role of Strategic Partnership Manager, you will hold a pivotal position in shaping the future of sustainable forestry and the integration of cutting-edge technology. Your duties will encompass various crucial aspects:
Your foremost responsibility will include identifying potential strategic partners within the sustainability and technology sectors, a crucial step in furthering the 44.moles mission. Equally important in your role is building and nurturing robust relationships with potential partners, stakeholders, and industry leaders.
You will also take the lead in structuring partnership agreements, collaborations, and alliances that closely align with 44.moles overarching objectives. Negotiation skills will be vital, as you will be at the forefront of discussions with partners, securing terms and agreements that mutually benefit all parties involved.
Strategic planning will be central to your role, requiring the development and execution of strategic plans aimed at effectively leveraging these partnerships for growth and maximum impact. Lastly, continuous performance evaluation of these partnerships will be key, allowing you to assess their effectiveness and make necessary adjustments to drive success.
As Strategic Partnership Manager you can expect to become part of a dynamic and highly professional work environment. You will work alongside a diverse team of 12 on-site colleagues from 7 countries and 4 continents.
If you are an ambitious professional with strong relationship-building skills and a passion for driving business growth, we invite you to apply and join a dedicated team working towards a more sustainable future.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a competitive salary based of Circa €70,000 - €75,000 based on your skill set and experience.
For an informal chat about this role please contact Spencer via email at 44moles@allen-york.com
All applications will be reviewed and appraised as soon as they are received.
About us: Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all. Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. Let’s help build a better world, together.
