Thomson Reuters
VP, Partnerships & Alliances - Tax & Acctg Professionals
Thomson Reuters, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
About the Role
The
Vice President, Partnerships and Alliances - Tax & Accounting Professionals
will be part of the leadership team and play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships within our Thomson Reuters Tax & Accounting Professionals segment. This role will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy and supporting adoption of our Tax & Accounting content and technology solutions within the Tax & Accounting Professionals market. This executive leader will identify, negotiate, and manage relationships with key partners including Tax & Accounting firms, Tax & Accounting associations, technology providers, and other strategic allies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building successful partner ecosystems and alliance programs within the Tax & Accounting, professional services or technology industries.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy Development :Develop and implement a robust partnerships and alliances strategy aligned with the Legal Professionals segment's overall business goals, objectives, and vision.Identify, prioritize, and pursue potential partners and opportunities, including technology vendors, consulting firms, legal associations, and other strategic alliances.Relationship Management:Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key partners and stakeholders.Act as the primary point of contact for all partnership-related activities and manage day-to-day interactions with partners.Business Development:Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to identify and leverage partnership opportunities to drive revenue growth and market expansion.Develop and manage a pipeline of potential partners, conducting market research, competitor analysis, and due diligence to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.Develop joint marketing and sales initiatives with partners to increase brand awareness and generate leads.Negotiation and Agreements:Lead negotiations and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial terms and alignment with company objectives.Manage the full lifecycle of partnerships from initial outreach through execution of partnership agreements, launch, and ongoing governance to ensure compliance with agreed-upon terms.Performance Monitoring:Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of partnership initiatives, including rules of engagement and success metrics.Monitor and analyze partnership performance, providing regular reports and insights to the executive team.Collaboration and Leadership:Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, legal, and customer success, to ensure seamless integration and execution of partnership initiatives.Provide leadership and mentorship to the partnerships team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.LocationThe successful candidates will ideally be based in one of our hub locations in Minneapolis, Dallas, New York or Toronto and work in a hybrid environment, spending a minimum of 3 days per week in office. We are open to a remote work arrangement for the right candidate.About You
The ideal candidate for the VP, Partnerships & Alliances - Tax & Accounting Professionals role will possess the following qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Accounting/Finance, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.15+ years' experience in partnerships, alliances, business development or related roles, preferably within Tax & Accounting, professional services or enterprise software.10+ years of team leadership and management, including executive-level engagement.Strong customer-facing skills.Proven ability to build and scale successful partner programs that drive revenue growth.Strategic innovative thinker with strong business acumen and ability to execute tactically and independently drive initiatives to completion.Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.Strong negotiation skills and experience structuring complex partnership agreements.Proven experience in leveraging AI to forecast market changes, evaluate partner stability, and predict partnership success.Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges and achieving goals.Exceptional relationship management, communication and executive presence.Expertise in SaaS business models, sales processes and Tax & Accounting technology solutions.Demonstrated global leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams.Thorough knowledge of trends impacting the market and the needs of these customers.Resourceful and highly organized self-starter with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.Ability to travel as needed.Additional preferred qualifications include:JD or Tax & Accounting industry experience strongly preferred.Strong network and relationships within the Tax & Accounting industry.Experience with Tax & Accounting technology or software companies.What's in it For You?Wellbeing:
Comprehensive benefit plans; flexible and supportive benefits for work-life balance.Culture:
Globally recognized and award-winning reputation for equality, diversity and inclusion.Learning & Development:
LinkedIn Learning access; internal Talent Marketplace with opportunities to work on projects cross-company.Social Impact:
Employee-driven Business Resource Groups; paid volunteer days annually.Purpose Driven Work:
We help uphold the rule of law and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world.This job posting will close 12/08/2024.
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The
Vice President, Partnerships and Alliances - Tax & Accounting Professionals
will be part of the leadership team and play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships within our Thomson Reuters Tax & Accounting Professionals segment. This role will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy and supporting adoption of our Tax & Accounting content and technology solutions within the Tax & Accounting Professionals market. This executive leader will identify, negotiate, and manage relationships with key partners including Tax & Accounting firms, Tax & Accounting associations, technology providers, and other strategic allies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building successful partner ecosystems and alliance programs within the Tax & Accounting, professional services or technology industries.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy Development :Develop and implement a robust partnerships and alliances strategy aligned with the Legal Professionals segment's overall business goals, objectives, and vision.Identify, prioritize, and pursue potential partners and opportunities, including technology vendors, consulting firms, legal associations, and other strategic alliances.Relationship Management:Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key partners and stakeholders.Act as the primary point of contact for all partnership-related activities and manage day-to-day interactions with partners.Business Development:Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to identify and leverage partnership opportunities to drive revenue growth and market expansion.Develop and manage a pipeline of potential partners, conducting market research, competitor analysis, and due diligence to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.Develop joint marketing and sales initiatives with partners to increase brand awareness and generate leads.Negotiation and Agreements:Lead negotiations and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial terms and alignment with company objectives.Manage the full lifecycle of partnerships from initial outreach through execution of partnership agreements, launch, and ongoing governance to ensure compliance with agreed-upon terms.Performance Monitoring:Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of partnership initiatives, including rules of engagement and success metrics.Monitor and analyze partnership performance, providing regular reports and insights to the executive team.Collaboration and Leadership:Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, legal, and customer success, to ensure seamless integration and execution of partnership initiatives.Provide leadership and mentorship to the partnerships team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.LocationThe successful candidates will ideally be based in one of our hub locations in Minneapolis, Dallas, New York or Toronto and work in a hybrid environment, spending a minimum of 3 days per week in office. We are open to a remote work arrangement for the right candidate.About You
The ideal candidate for the VP, Partnerships & Alliances - Tax & Accounting Professionals role will possess the following qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Accounting/Finance, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.15+ years' experience in partnerships, alliances, business development or related roles, preferably within Tax & Accounting, professional services or enterprise software.10+ years of team leadership and management, including executive-level engagement.Strong customer-facing skills.Proven ability to build and scale successful partner programs that drive revenue growth.Strategic innovative thinker with strong business acumen and ability to execute tactically and independently drive initiatives to completion.Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.Strong negotiation skills and experience structuring complex partnership agreements.Proven experience in leveraging AI to forecast market changes, evaluate partner stability, and predict partnership success.Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges and achieving goals.Exceptional relationship management, communication and executive presence.Expertise in SaaS business models, sales processes and Tax & Accounting technology solutions.Demonstrated global leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams.Thorough knowledge of trends impacting the market and the needs of these customers.Resourceful and highly organized self-starter with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.Ability to travel as needed.Additional preferred qualifications include:JD or Tax & Accounting industry experience strongly preferred.Strong network and relationships within the Tax & Accounting industry.Experience with Tax & Accounting technology or software companies.What's in it For You?Wellbeing:
Comprehensive benefit plans; flexible and supportive benefits for work-life balance.Culture:
Globally recognized and award-winning reputation for equality, diversity and inclusion.Learning & Development:
LinkedIn Learning access; internal Talent Marketplace with opportunities to work on projects cross-company.Social Impact:
Employee-driven Business Resource Groups; paid volunteer days annually.Purpose Driven Work:
We help uphold the rule of law and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world.This job posting will close 12/08/2024.
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