Senior Manager Of Partnerships

At UL, we know why we come to work.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager of Partnerships at UL Standards & Engagement, based in our Washington DC office. The Senior Manager of Partnerships will develop and manage a partnership strategy to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. The Senior Manager of Partnerships will build awareness and drive impact by developing relationships and securing opportunities with non-profit organizations, corporate leaders, trade associations, and academia.

At UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely!

What you’ll learn & achieve:

As the Senior Manager of Partnerships, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:

· Design, develop, implement, and manage partnership strategy that cultivates a pipeline of partners aligned with ULSE’s critical focus areas.

· Establish and cultivate robust relationships with essential partners, including industry associations, non-profits, and other stakeholders, with the aim of extending the reach beyond the safety standards industry.

· Design events that bring together government, scientists, and industry professionals to advance safety science and standards.

· Lead partnership projects, guiding the planning and execution of collaborative initiatives while ensuring efficient resource allocation.

· Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams, both internal and external, to drive successful project execution.

· Manage the full lifecycle of opportunities from initial reach out to delivery handoff and follow-up. Identify partnerships by staying current with industry trends, emerging technologies and regulatory changes.

· Develop clear deliverables and action plans for each partnership, outlining objectives, timelines, and success metrics.

· Establish metrics and tracking mechanisms to measure the impact of partnerships and collaborations. Prepare regular reports and presentations to share progress and outcomes with stakeholders.

· Contribute to and/or lead department initiatives.

What makes you a great fit:

While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:

· Proven ability to design and implement a comprehensive partnership strategy, with a track record of establishing, and running university and/or other world class partnerships.

· Demonstrated expertise in identifying and cultivating strategic partnerships, with ability to assess partnership opportunities, and align activities with organizational objectives.

· Ability to manage interdependencies and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, both internally and externally, to drive partnership initiatives and achieve shared objectives.

· Proactive and timely approach to drive effective structures, process improvement and strategic planning for both immediate and long-term success.

· Results-driven mindset with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes and delivering results among competing priorities.

Professional education and experience requirements for the role include:

· Bachelor’s degree in science, technology, or related fields.

· Minimum 6 years of experience in partnerships and stakeholder engagement.

· Experience working with and developing successful events, content, and partnerships with trade associations, public policy, and/or nonprofit organizations is preferred.

· Some experience managing others.

· MS office suite, Salesforce preferred.