Senior Partnerships Manager
ABOUT TIDE
At Tide, we help SMEs save time and money in the running of their businesses by not only offering business accounts and related banking services, but also a comprehensive set of highly usable and connected administrative solutions, from invoicing to accounting.
Tide is transforming the small business banking market and now supports over 2 million members globally across the UK, India, Germany and France.
Using advanced technology, all solutions are designed with SMEs in mind. With quick onboarding, low fees and innovative features, we thrive on making data driven decisions to serve our mission: to help SMEs save time and money so they can get back to doing what they love.
Tide facts:
- Tide is available for UK, Indian, German and French SMEs
- Over 2 million members: 900,000 UK and 1,100,000 in India and growing rapidly
- Over $300 million raised in funding
- Over 2,800 Tideans globally
- Recognised with Great Place to Work certification three years in a row, and among India's Top 50 Best Workplaces in Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance in 2026
- We have offices in Central London, with a member support and technology centre in Sofia, Bulgaria, technology centres in Serbia, Romania, Lithuania and Hyderabad and offices in Gurugram, New Delhi, Berlin, Paris and Luxembourg
ABOUT THE TEAM:
The UK Partnerships team, part of the Member Accession Marketing function, plays a crucial role in Tide's growth strategy by acquiring new members through strategic partnerships across sectors such as accountancy, financial services, and business communities.
This role will be reporting to the Head of Partnerships, dedicated to supporting the UK Partnerships team, ensuring partnerships run smoothly through strong administrative support, internal coordination, and operational oversight.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are looking for a strategic and commercially driven Senior Partnerships Manager to lead and scale high-impact partnerships that accelerate member acquisition, revenue growth, and product adoption.
You will identify, negotiate, and manage relationships with key strategic partners across fintech, accounting, SaaS, and SME ecosystems. This role requires a combination of commercial acumen, relationship management, cross-functional collaboration, and execution excellence.
You'll work closely with Product, Marketing, Sales, Legal, and Leadership teams to develop partnerships that create long-term value for Tide and its members.
What You'll Do
- Develop and execute Tide's strategic partnerships roadmap
- Identify new partnership opportunities aligned with growth and product objectives
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of strategic partnership opportunities across fintech, accounting, banking, payments, and SME ecosystems
- Own the full partnership lifecycle from prospecting and negotiation through launch and ongoing growth
- Lead commercial negotiations, partnership agreements, and contract renewals
- Deliver against partnership revenue, deal volume, and customer acquisition targets
- Track and report on partnership performance, including number of deals signed, customers acquired, revenue contribution, and engagement metrics
- Drive joint go-to-market initiatives with partners
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful partner onboarding
- Represent Tide externally at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities
- Continuously evaluate market trends and competitor partnership strategies
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- 5+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, strategic alliances, or commercial roles.
- Experience within fintech, SaaS, banking, payments, or technology sectors
- Proven track record of building and scaling strategic partnerships
- Strong commercial negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders internally and externally
- Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple complex partnerships simultaneously
- Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments
Other requirements:
- Consistently delivers partnership deals/projects while supporting the team and setting clear expectations
- Proficient in using CRM tools to manage complex pipelines and provide actionable insights into partnership performance
- Translates general direction into structured work plans and proposes prioritisation
- Optimises execution; identifies inefficiencies
- Identifies root causes, defines trade-offs, and turns insights into practical solutions
- Operates effectively in ambiguity and reduces uncertainty for others
- Develops clear, compelling narratives and presents complex topics accessibly
- Acts as a key stakeholder; capable of leading cross-functional initiatives
- Proactively seeks and gives constructive feedback; integrates diverse perspectives
- Embodies company values and makes decisions based on highest impact
WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN:
Make work, work for you! We are embracing new ways of working and support flexible working arrangements. With our Working Out of Office (WOO) policy our colleagues can work remotely from home or anywhere in their home country. Additionally, you can work from a different country for up to 90 days a year. Plus, you'll get:
- Competitive salary and bonus
- Vitality Health Insurance, with a proactive focus on mental and physical wellbeing
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- 25 days holiday with the ability to buy extra days
- Professional L&D budget
- Access to 'salary sacrifice' benefits such as Cycle to Work scheme and pension contribution
- Spacious brand new office in Liverpool street with an all-day snacks bar
- Enhanced family-friendly leave
- 24 hours paid volunteering time off per year
- Flexible working options
- Sabbatical leave
TIDEAN WAYS OF WORKING
At Tide, we champion a flexible workplace model that supports both in-person and remote work to cater to the specific needs of our different teams.
While remote work is supported, we believe in the power of face-to-face interactions to foster team spirit and collaboration. Our offices are designed as hubs for innovation and team-building, where we encourage regular in-person gatherings to foster a strong sense of community.
TIDE IS A PLACE FOR EVERYONE
At Tide, we believe that we can only succeed if we let our differences enrich our culture. Our Tideans come from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. We consider everyone irrespective of their ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity or differently-abled status. We celebrate diversity in our workforce as a cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to a broad spectrum of ideas and backgrounds is what enables us to build products that resonate with our members' diverse needs and lives.
We are One Team and foster a transparent and inclusive environment, where everyone's voice is heard.
At Tide, we thrive on diversity, embracing various backgrounds and experiences. We welcome all individuals regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Our inclusive culture is key to our success, helping us build products that meet our members' diverse needs. We are One Team, committed to transparency and ensuring everyone's voice is heard.
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