Senior Partner Manager

About UsVirtuous is on a mission to inspire global generosity by helping nonprofits build better relationships with their donors. We offer a modern software platform that provides mid-sized charities with elegant tools for fundraising, marketing, volunteerism, and online giving.Our talented team is driven to disrupt the status quo in the nonprofit sector. We are hungry, humble, and committed to delivering best-in-class software solutions, customer success interactions, and sales experiences to the world’s leading nonprofitsWe also recognize the importance of giving back and making a difference in the communities where we live and work. That's why we practice radical generosity by volunteering at nonprofits or going the extra mile for our team and the customers we serve. We take our work seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We believe that life is too short not to love what you do.The ideal candidate for Virtuous embodies our values by:Asking questions with a spirit of curiosityGiving feedback freely with candor & grace, welcoming it in returnDisplaying a passion for philanthropy and technology Serving with joy. Everyone is willing to make the coffee!Celebrating the wins & milestones of others Assuming good intent & demonstrating trust in others Pursuing relationships with people different from themselves & creates space to be humanFind our core values & more here.Position SummaryAs a Senior Partner Manager at Virtuous, you will own and grow a portfolio of strategic partners, driving measurable impact across partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline, contributing to team pipeline and revenue goals.You will develop and execute joint go-to-market strategies focused on referral and partner-driven growth, while operating as a business owner for your partner portfolio. This role requires a balance of strategic thinking and execution, with responsibility for defining partner strategy and scaling pipeline generation across the portfolio.You will serve as the primary point of contact for key partners while aligning internal teams to maximize the value of the partner ecosystem.Success in this role is defined by the ability to convert partner engagement into measurable pipeline and revenue impact, while identifying opportunities to expand and mature partner engagement models over time.You will report to the Director of Partnerships and play a key role in owning and evolving the partner ecosystem to drive measurable business impact.ResponsibilitiesPartner Ownership & GrowthOwn and grow a portfolio of high-value partners to generate partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline, contributing to overall team pipeline and revenue goalsBuild and maintain strong executive and working-level relationships with partnersIdentify opportunities to deepen and evolve partner engagement over timeGo-to-Market & Pipeline GenerationDevelop and execute joint business plans and go-to-market strategies with partnersDrive partner-sourced and partner-influenced pipeline through referrals, joint initiatives, and partner activationOwn visibility into partner performance, including pipeline contribution, engagement, and outcomesEngage in deal cycles where partners are involved, ensuring alignment and coordination to move opportunities forwardPartner Lifecycle ManagementIdentify, recruit, and activate new partners aligned to Virtuous’ ideal partner profileLead onboarding, enablement, and ongoing engagement to ensure partners are equipped to successfully position VirtuousLead regular business reviews (QBRs) to track performance, identify opportunities, and drive accountabilityCross-Functional LeadershipAct as the cross-functional lead for partner initiatives, aligning Sales, Marketing, Product, on priorities to maximize partner impactEnsure consistent and coordinated communication with partners to avoid duplication and deliver a seamless experienceBring partner and market insights back into the organization to inform product, GTM, and ecosystem strategyQualifications5+ years experience in SaaS partnerships, sales, or similar field. Nonprofit Tech experience is a plusProven ability to drive business impact through partnerships, including pipeline generation and deal involvementExperience driving partner-sourced or partner-influenced pipeline through referral or partner-driven motionsCross-functional expertise across the full sales lifecycle, with a proven ability to align Sales, Marketing, Product, and Customer Success to drive partner-sourced pipeline and revenueExperience managing partners across the full partner lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, enablement, and growthExperience leading partner business reviews (QBRs) and driving accountability against performance metricsStrong strategic thinking with the ability to execute and drive measurable outcomesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to operate independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environmentExperience working with agencies, system integrators, or SaaS ecosystems is a plusBachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study preferredWillingness to travel as neededWhat we offerMarket competitive pay leveraging Carta dataEmployee recognition through Bonusly (birthdays, anniversaries, achievements, etc.)401(k) retirement plan with company matching- 50% match up to 6% of compensation after 90 daysWe value our employee’s work-life balance and encourage taking advantage of Unlimited PTOSupportive time off including paid volunteer days and company holidaysEmployer-contributed healthcare benefits, encompassing medical, dental, and vision coverage, with plans available for dependents and choices for Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). 12 weeks primary parent leave, 4 weeks secondary parent leave - full pay (adoption as well)We pride ourselves on Community and host exciting company outings and events. 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