Edstead - Associate - Strategic Partnership

Associate - Strategic Partnership

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Partnerships Associate to join our Partnerships & Branded Content team. This role is crucial in expanding company's collaborations with leading brands by identifying new partnership opportunities, initiating contact with key decision-makers, and laying the foundation for strategic alliances.

Key Responsibilities:

- Initial Engagement: Establish first contact with prospective partners

- Market Research & Trend Analysis: Stay updated on industry trends, brand marketing strategies, and content collaborations to identify potential opportunities.

- Collaborate with Internal Teams: Work closely with the creative team and partnerships team to align outreach strategies with business objectives.

What We're Looking For:

- 3-5 years of experience in business development, or a similar role (preferably in media, advertising, or branded content).

- Strong research skills to identify and evaluate potential brand partners.

- Excellent communication skills - confident in reaching out to senior professionals via email, LinkedIn, and calls.

- Self-starter with a proactive approach - comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

- Good organizational and data management skills to track outreach efforts systematically.

- A background in media agency, advertising and platform is preferred.

- Passion for media, advertising, and brand storytelling is a plus!