Partner Strategy Lead (EdTech)

TL;DR

Partner Strategy Lead (EdTech): Driving partner student success and retention by cultivating deep relationships with senior institutional leaders with an accent on strategic planning and value realization. Focus on leading critical initiatives, managing high-level partner roadmaps, and driving revenue expansion through renewals and upsells.

Location: Remote (United States)

Salary: $130,000 – $155,000

Company

hirify.global is a Series A stage EdTech startup focused on higher education transformation and student success.

What you will do

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior institutional leaders, translating their priorities into a roadmap of executable initiatives.
• Co-develop multi-year success plans aligning platform capabilities with partner goals and student success strategies.
• Lead a portfolio of 1–3 concurrent strategic initiatives per partner, defining scope, success metrics, and executive alignment.
• Conduct business reviews and present strategy recommendations to maintain long-term relationships with stakeholders.
• Own partner retention and success goals, including product adoption, platform utilization, and NPS targets.
• Drive revenue expansion by identifying upsell opportunities and ensuring successful renewals.

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States.
• 2+ years of professional experience in education technology (EdTech).
• 3–6 years of experience in management consulting, strategy, or engagement management at a tech or systems integration firm.
• Proven executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex political dynamics.
• Strong analytical skills to build ROI narratives and present data to non-technical executives.
• Experience leading commercial conversations, including renewals and upsells.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous stock options in a Series A startup.
• Comprehensive health insurance with 99% of premiums covered for employees.
• 401K and commuter benefits.
• Flexible, outcome-based work culture.
• Annual international retreats in various global cities.