Highsnobiety is a brand dedicated to the latest in style, culture, and the community pushing them forward. We don’t just report on what’s happening — we are shaping it. From industry deep dives to product curations to our in-house garments, our goal is to provide only the best on all fronts. We want you to be a part of that!

As we expand our Brand Partnerships team in North America, we are seeking a dynamic Vice President of Brand Partnerships who will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining senior-level relationships across a diverse range of cultural partnership categories, including fashion, beauty, finance, alcohol, travel, and more.

YOUR MISSION:

• Drive growth in new and returning business with our client and media agency partners across lifestyle categories including but not limited to: fashion, beauty, finance, alcohol, travel, and more.

• Build and nurture senior-level client relationships through strategic in-person and virtual engagements in support of your own list of business and that of your NY-based team.

• Collaborate with our strategy, creative, marketing, and media teams to pitch, negotiate, and close diverse opportunities, leveraging our media, branded content, experiential, strategy, creative, and cultural consulting services.

• Own and manage a personal business portfolio while leading a team of 5-7 skilled professionals, instilling a culture of performance and collaboration.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive pipeline that accurately reflects monthly, quarterly, and annual projections and communicate progress to executive leadership on a bi-weekly basis.

• Engage with prospects through various channels, building credibility and fostering strong relationships to generate new revenue streams for the business within your market.

• Identify and cultivate relationships with key decision-makers at target companies.

• Monitor and analyze the competitive landscape, customer needs, and industry trends to inform growth strategies and business development efforts for you and your team.

• Facilitate creative brainstorming sessions to identify untapped outreach strategies and enhance client marketing materials and thought leadership.

• Conduct in-depth research on new business leads and prospects, integrating insights into tailored approaches for engagement.

• Schedule and lead internal and external meetings, ensuring internal alignment and timeliness on agendas and follow-ups.

• Understand how to formulate and review compelling business development proposals and marketing materials that resonate with potential clients.

YOUR SKILLS:

• 10+ years of extensive advertising & marketing sales experience with a proven track record of exceeding revenue development goals.

• Exceptional networking abilities to engage with senior stakeholders and ensure effective client relationships.

• Strong leadership capabilities as both a player and coach, fostering team success while driving personal business initiatives.

• Excellent problem-solving, strategic thinking, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Deep understanding of the digital marketing ecosystem, from insights and strategy through to creative production and execution.

• Proven ability to work cross-functionally, synthesizing information while engaging with stakeholders and clients.

• Highly organized, methodical, and energetic, with a passion for winning and an interest in social and cultural trends as well as emerging digital technologies.

• Receptive to constructive feedback and committed to contributing to the development of team members.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A bright and spacious design office, which reflects our brand and focuses on employee well-being and sustainability, located in the Financial District

• The opportunity to shape the company and help build a global brand in a motivating, international and diverse work atmosphere

• High degree of responsibility, creativity, originality, independence and creative autonomy

• We are constantly prioritizing attention on DEIB with internal trainings, workshops and our Employee Resource Groups (HighPower, HighPride, HighDreams & HighCulture)

• 2 extra days off globally for all employees on International Women's Day and Juneteenth

• Flexible hybrid working policy, dog friendly office, and remote international working option

• Attractive employee benefits (e.g. discounts in our online shop, performance based bonus, 401k with match, Summer Fridays, ClassPass, access to mental health support platforms, Citi Bike, and sabbatical option)

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Highsnobiety is a global community of independent-minded creatives & professionals: Every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression or genetic information.The expected annual base salary range for this role is between $180,000 to $210,000. The range is based on many factors including location, experience, and relevant skill set. In addition to salary and an employee benefits package, successful candidates will be eligible for variable pay.

*All applicants must be authorized to work in the US.