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INTRODUCTION
Huron is redefining what a global consulting organization can be. Advancing new ideas every day to build even stronger clients, individuals and communities. We’re helping our clients find new ways to drive growth, enhance business performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. And, we’re developing strategies and implementing solutions that enable the transformative change they need to own their future.
As a member of the Huron corporate team, you’ll help to evolve our business model to stay ahead of market forces, industry trends and client needs. Our accounting, finance, human resources, IT, legal, marketing and facilities management professionals work collaboratively to support Huron’s collective strategies and enable real transformation to produce sustainable business results.
Join our team and create your future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Microsoft Alliance leader will set the enterprise vision for how Huron engages, grows, and differentiates within the key partner ecosystem. This leader owns the end-to-end partner strategy—spanning alliance governance, joint business planning, ecosystem growth, and operational excellence.
Acting as Huron’s relationship owner, the leader drives measurable business impact by aligning executive stakeholders, developing multi-year strategies, collaborating on partner and field marketing programs, and executing against shared growth priorities. This role blends strategic leadership, executive influence, and hands-on execution, operating as a connector across sales, industry leadership, marketing, delivery, capability teams, and partner organizations.
The leader must bring deep experience within the Microsoft ecosystem, but also be able to manage other relationships aligned to the business unit. This person will have a strong alliance management expertise, and the ability to lead through complexity in a matrixed organization.
Alliance Strategy & Governance
- Define and own Huron’s multi-year, enterprise-level Microsoft partner strategy.
- Establish governance frameworks, joint planning structures, KPIs, and operating rhythms.
- Assess performance of the partnership portfolio and recommend shifts in GTM focus, investments, or resource allocation.
- Drive long-term strategies to grow influence, strengthen partner alignment, and increase pipeline and revenue contribution.
Ecosystem Leadership
- Act as the senior relationship owner, representing Huron across partner leadership forums.
- Lead quarterly and annual planning cycles, business reviews, co-sell alignment, and strategic initiatives with Microsoft executives.
- Expand Huron’s influence within the ecosystem through networking, relationship building, and participation in key alliance programs.
Executive & Cross-Functional Leadership
- Serve as a trusted advisor to internal executives, translating partner strategy into actionable enterprise initiatives.
- Partner with senior leaders across industry, capability, sales, product, delivery, and marketing functions to ensure unified execution.
- Represent alliance strategy in enterprise-level forums and guide cross-functional teams through complex partner priorities.
Sales Alignment & Activation
- Collaborate closely with Technology & Industry Marketing to activate coordinated GTM efforts, including joint campaigns, sales plays, and event participation.
- Collaborate and lead Alliance responsibilities for Huron’s presence at major events including executive meeting engagement, partner award nominations and other sales focused activities to bring the Huron brand to light.
- Align partner programs with account mapping, co-sell activity, partner education, and enablement of field teams.
Partner Operations
- Manage partnership agreements, renewals, certifications, listing requirements, and performance milestones to maintain or elevate partnership tier.
- Oversee portal, presence, deal registration and all programs available to maximize the relationship.
- Establish and manage dashboards, performance frameworks, and reporting cadences for alliance initiatives.
- Leverage data and insights to drive decision-making, optimization, and continuous improvement.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of progressive experience in alliance management, partner marketing, channel sales, or technology partnerships.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Deep experience and established relationships within the Microsoft ecosystem (GSI/consulting experience preferred).
- Demonstrated success influencing executive stakeholders internally and externally.
- Experience operating in complex matrixed organizations and leading cross-functional teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Core Skills & Competencies
- Ecosystem Expertise: Deep understanding of partner programs, co-sell motions, certifications, portals, and ecosystem dynamics.
- Strategic Leadership: Ability to define long-term strategy, guide organizational alignment, and lead transformation.
- Executive Influence & Communication: Trusted advisor capable of commanding a room and driving decision-making.
- Relationship Development: Exceptional ability to cultivate strong partnerships across executives, sales, marketing, and delivery teams.
- Data-Driven Governance: Skilled at developing KPIs, dashboards, operational processes, and performance insights.
- Innovation & Change Management: Leverages AI tools, data insights, and new approaches to modernize programs and improve impact.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effective at aligning matrixed teams around shared partner and GTM goals.
COMPENSATION
- The estimated base salary range for this job is $110,000-$150,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $132,000-$180,000. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in alliances manager jobs across Illinois.
- 5 or more years of experience in alliances, partnerships, or channel sales
- Demonstrated ability to build and manage co-sell or joint go-to-market programs
- Experience with CRM and partner relationship management tools such as Salesforce or Crossbeam
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field
- Familiarity with major technology ecosystems such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud
- Relevant partner or cloud platform certifications from AWS, Microsoft, or Salesforce
Alliances Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many alliances manager jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 5+ alliances manager openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
Which Illinois cities have the most alliances manager jobs?
Chicago have the most alliances manager openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire alliances managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring alliances managers in Illinois include Capco, Huron Consulting, and Syndigo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote alliances manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 40% of alliances manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for alliances manager jobs in Illinois?
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