Senior Content Acquisition Manager (EdTech)

TL;DR

Senior Content Acquisition Manager: Sources, develops, and transitions Industry and University partnerships that align with hirify.global's content strategy with an accent on identifying potential partners across the EMEa and APAC regions, analysing academic landscape trends, and conducting targeted outreach. Focus on lead generation, negotiations, proposal development, and ensuring a seamless transition to the account management team.

Location: United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is one of the largest online learning platforms in the world, offering a broad catalog of content and credentials through partnerships with leading universities and industry partners.

What you will do

• Source high-demand content, identifying and researching leading Universities and Industry-leading organisations for partnerships.
• Analyse academic and industry landscapes to spot emerging trends and institutions that could enhance hirify.global’s content offerings.
• Develop and execute comprehensive outreach strategies to engage potential partners, crafting compelling value propositions.
• Generate and qualify leads, leading detailed negotiations to secure mutually beneficial agreements.
• Manage executive level relationships across new and current partners to influence their content production roadmaps.
• Manage the entire partnership pipeline, providing regular detailed reports and ensuring seamless transitions to the account management team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in higher education partnerships, joint ventures, or a related field.
• Proven track record in a strong sales role, including lead generation, negotiation, and proposal development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage with senior academic and industry leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel 25-50% as required for partner meetings and industry events.

Nice to have

• MBA or a relevant Master’s degree.
• Experience working within or with universities, particularly in roles involving strategic partnerships or content acquisition.
• Previous experience in roles such as Senior Manager, Associate Director, Regional Manager, or similar.
• Strong commitment to expanding access to world-class learning opportunities globally.

Culture & Benefits

• Be part of a globally distributed team and choose the best way you work.
• Shape the future of education, building global programs and tools that power online learning for millions.
• Join a company that values inventors, innovators, and lifelong learners.
• Contribute to a mission of providing universal access to world-class learning.