Manager, Strategic Partnerships & Client Success - Office of Executive and Professional Education
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About the Role
NYU Abu Dhabi seeks a Manager to drive revenue growth for executive education programs by identifying and developing strategic partnerships with government, corporate, and educational clients.
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Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities and strategic leads for executive education programs
- Develop and present executive education offerings to key stakeholders including HR leaders and government representatives
- Lead development, negotiation, and execution of Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs)
- Oversee full client lifecycle to ensure successful delivery, client satisfaction, and partnership renewal
- Collaborate with NYU's global network including New York and Shanghai campuses for joint initiatives
- Serve as liaison between external partners and internal stakeholders to align program design and delivery
- Monitor revenue performance, enrollment trends, and market dynamics to adjust strategies
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Marketing, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in business development, corporate relations, or partnership management, preferably in higher education or professional training
- Proven track record in B2B sales or partnership management
- Advanced negotiation and contract management skills
- Strong understanding of UAE business landscape and government procurement processes
- Exceptional communication skills in English
- Ability to manage complex, multi stakeholder projects across different time zones
- Master's Degree (MBA or MPA) or advanced degree in Higher Education Administration (preferred)
- Fluency in Arabic (preferred)
- Familiarity with Executive Education CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) (preferred)
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Position Summary
- NYU Abu Dhabi seeks a Manager, Strategic Partnerships & Client Success in the Office of Executive Education, reporting to the Vice Provost.
- The role focuses on identifying, developing, and maintaining strategic relationships to expand the client base for executive education and open enrollment programs.
Job Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities and strategic leads.
- Develop and present executive education offerings to key stakeholders.
- Lead development, negotiation, and execution of MSAs and MOUs.
- Oversee full client lifecycle for successful delivery and partnership renewal.
- Collaborate with NYU's global network for joint initiatives.
- Serve as liaison between external partners and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor revenue performance and adjust strategies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Marketing, or related field.
- 5+ years experience in business development, corporate relations, or partnership management.
- Proven track record in B2B sales or partnership management.
- Advanced negotiation and contract management skills.
- Strong understanding of UAE business landscape and government procurement.
- Exceptional communication skills in English.
- Ability to manage complex multi stakeholder projects.
Additional Information
- NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree granting research university with a global network.
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