Manager, Strategic Partnerships

Post University

. Build, manage, and expand partnerships with employers, healthcare organizations, workforce development agencies, and other strategic partners .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and managing strategic partnerships, with a focus on workforce development and higher education. Proficient in consultative sales approaches, CRM management, and effective communication with executive leaders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Strategic PartnershipsBusiness DevelopmentAccount ManagementConsultative SalesCRM Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Business DevelopmentAccount ManagementWorkforce DevelopmentSalesRecruitingHigher EducationPresentation SkillsNegotiation SkillsPipeline Performance TrackingEnrollment Growth Strategies

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationRelationship BuildingMulti-Priority Management

Tools & Technologies

CRM PlatformsMicrosoft OfficeSalesforce

Industry Keywords

HealthcareEmployer PartnershipsEmployee Education BenefitsTuition Assistance Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, manage, and expand partnerships with employers, healthcare organizations, workforce development agencies, and other strategic partners
Develop account strategies that increase engagement, utilization, and enrollment growth
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leaders, HR teams, and talent development stakeholders
Identify opportunities to strengthen partnerships and expand Post University's reach
Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective partners
Prospect, network, and build relationships leading to new partnership opportunities
Use a consultative sales approach to understand workforce challenges and recommend educational solutions
Represent Post University at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities
Execute outreach strategies that generate applications, enrollments, and student starts
Conduct presentations, webinars, information sessions, and partner events
Promote educational opportunities to employees and eligible family members
Support workforce development, career advancement, and continuing education initiatives
Collaborate with enrollment, marketing, academic, and student support teams
Help develop campaigns and initiatives supporting organizational growth goals
Share market insights and best practices to improve partnership performance
Achieve enrollment, student start, and partnership growth goals
Track partner activity, pipeline performance, and conversion metrics
Maintain accurate CRM records and account forecasts
Provide regular updates and business reviews to leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must live in the Nashville, TN, area to cover TN, KY, and WV
Bachelor's degree
3+ years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, account management, sales, workforce development, recruiting, or higher education
Proven ability to build and grow high-value business relationships
Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Experience working with executive-level decision makers
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with CRM platforms and Microsoft Office
Preferred: Experience in healthcare, workforce development, employer partnerships, or higher education
Preferred: Knowledge of employee education benefits and tuition assistance programs
Preferred: Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms