What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Partnerships position at MilSpec Talent?
Were seeking a vibrant personality to serve as the Director of Partnerships for a thriving company who will drive business development efforts and establish strong relationships within the personal finance lending sector. This new position reports directly to the President and will play a key role in building and maintaining relationships with both commercial and non-commercial partners, such as charities and financial service organizations. The Director of Partnerships will represent the company externally, attending conferences, negotiating lender relationships, and helping shape impactful community programs. If you have a background in retail financial services (particularly personal loans) and a network ready to hit the ground running, this role offers significant autonomy and the chance to make a measurable difference. Veterans are encouraged to apply!
Roles and Responsibilities:
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Build and Manage Relationships: Develop direct relationships with key partners in the financial services space, focusing on personal loan providers, credit counseling and non-commercial charity partners (e.g., DAV, veteran-focused organizations).
- Drive Negotiations: Work closely with lenders to negotiate favorable terms, maximizing commercial opportunities.
- Community Engagement: Collaborate with charity partners to develop tools and services for free, helping veterans and others in need access updated resources.
- Brand Promotion: Represent CPC Marketing at key industry conferences and events to drive brand awareness and generate new business opportunities.
- Partnership Strategy: Work with cross-functional teams and Not For Profit partners to design and implement a community-focused program that highlights CPCs mission and impact
- Has at least 7 years of experience in business development, with 2-3 years focused specifically on the personal finance sector.
- Is personable and relationship-driven, able to build rapport with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Has an established network in the personal finance/lending industry (existing connections within lenders like OneMain Financial, SoFi, Avant is highly preferred).
- Is comfortable with frequent travel
- Has a passion for community-focused initiatives.
- Is results-oriented, with a proven track record of successfully negotiating partnerships and managing key business relationships.
- Has an entrepreneurial spirit, able to operate with a high level of autonomy in a fast-paced, growing company.
- Proven experience in business development and partnership management.
- Experience in, or an understanding of performance marketing is strongly preferred
- Strong network within the financial services and charity sectors (targeted towards helping veterans
- Bachelors degree preferred, but relevant experience in this field could substitute.
- Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, likable, and able to connect easily with diverse audiences.
- Benefits: Fully paid medical, 80% paid for dependents, dental, 4% 401K match, Unlimited PTO, Relocation assistance available
- Remote work, although a Chicago area home-base preferred.
- Unlimited PTO
