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Get Access To All JobsApple’s Corporate Development team is seeking a visionary business development leader to drive high-impact strategic partnerships and accelerate innovation. This role will manage select, high-profile external relationships while partnering closely with cross-functional teams across Apple, including engineering, product, and operations. The successful candidate will influence Apple’s long-term strategy by driving transformative partnerships and collaborations, providing actionable insights to senior leadership.
We thrive on bold thinking, embrace complexity, and value individuals who bring passion, rigor, and creativity to solving the most challenging strategic problems. This is a rare opportunity to influence Apple’s corporate trajectory and work alongside world-class talent on transformative initiatives.
Description
The Strategic Partnerships function within Corporate Development focuses on identifying, structuring, and managing high-impact relationships that advance Apple’s strategic priorities.
Responsibilities
- Own and manage end-to-end strategic partnerships with high-profile external partners, ensuring alignment with Apple’s long-term business priorities.
- Negotiate complex commercial agreements, licenses, and strategic arrangements that maximize both immediate and long-term value.
- Serve as the primary interface between external partners and cross-functional Apple teams, including engineering, product, and operations, to deliver exceptional results.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on partnership performance metrics to guide decision-making and inform future strategy.
- Lead high-visibility initiatives that require balancing multiple stakeholders, ambiguity, and shifting priorities while achieving measurable business impact.
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in business development, corporate strategy, or technical partnership management with a proven track record of driving results.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Exceptional ability to communicate technical and business concepts to senior executives and cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated success managing complex external relationships and coordinating across multiple internal stakeholders.
- Proven ability to lead complex initiatives, from strategic analysis to execution, in ambiguous and fast-moving environments.
- Track record of successfully negotiating complex commercial agreements, licenses, or strategic partnerships.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MBA, JD, MS, PhD) preferred.
- Technical or engineering background with the ability to understand and influence product and technical discussions.
- Deep curiosity for emerging technologies and consumer trends, with a passion for innovation.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $191,400 and $288,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple’s Corporate Development team is seeking a visionary business development leader to drive high-impact strategic partnerships and accelerate innovation. This role will manage select, high-profile external relationships while partnering closely with cross-functional teams across Apple, including engineering, product, and operations. The successful candidate will influence Apple’s long-term strategy by driving transformative partnerships and collaborations, providing actionable insights to senior leadership.
We thrive on bold thinking, embrace complexity, and value individuals who bring passion, rigor, and creativity to solving the most challenging strategic problems. This is a rare opportunity to influence Apple’s corporate trajectory and work alongside world-class talent on transformative initiatives.
Description
The Strategic Partnerships function within Corporate Development focuses on identifying, structuring, and managing high-impact relationships that advance Apple’s strategic priorities.
Responsibilities
- Own and manage end-to-end strategic partnerships with high-profile external partners, ensuring alignment with Apple’s long-term business priorities.
- Negotiate complex commercial agreements, licenses, and strategic arrangements that maximize both immediate and long-term value.
- Serve as the primary interface between external partners and cross-functional Apple teams, including engineering, product, and operations, to deliver exceptional results.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on partnership performance metrics to guide decision-making and inform future strategy.
- Lead high-visibility initiatives that require balancing multiple stakeholders, ambiguity, and shifting priorities while achieving measurable business impact.
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in business development, corporate strategy, or technical partnership management with a proven track record of driving results.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Exceptional ability to communicate technical and business concepts to senior executives and cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated success managing complex external relationships and coordinating across multiple internal stakeholders.
- Proven ability to lead complex initiatives, from strategic analysis to execution, in ambiguous and fast-moving environments.
- Track record of successfully negotiating complex commercial agreements, licenses, or strategic partnerships.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MBA, JD, MS, PhD) preferred.
- Technical or engineering background with the ability to understand and influence product and technical discussions.
- Deep curiosity for emerging technologies and consumer trends, with a passion for innovation.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $191,400 and $288,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Partnerships Lead
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
E-3 eligibility hinges on showing your bachelor's degree directly relates to the Partnerships Lead role. A degree in business, communications, or marketing maps clearly. A degree in an unrelated field needs a written explanation tying your coursework to partnership strategy work.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway to find companies that have filed LCAs for business development or partnerships roles. Prior LCA filings signal the employer understands the E-3 process and won't delay your offer while they figure out sponsorship basics.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles your LCA submission with DOL, prepares your DS-160, and preps you for the consulate appointment so your employer isn't navigating unfamiliar paperwork.
Prepare your portfolio for specialty occupation scrutiny
Consular officers assess whether your Partnerships Lead role genuinely requires degree-level expertise. Bring the job description, your offer letter, and examples of strategic work like partner contracts or co-sell frameworks that demonstrate the role goes beyond general sales coordination.
Negotiate LCA filing into your start date timeline
The DOL certifies LCAs within seven business days under standard processing. Build at least two weeks into your agreed start date after signing your offer letter to allow for LCA certification before you schedule your consulate appointment.
Clarify the E-3 renewal path during offer negotiations
Partnerships Lead roles often evolve into senior or director titles. Confirm your employer will sponsor a new E-3 with an updated LCA if your title or responsibilities change materially, since USCIS treats a significant role change as a new petition.
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Find Partnerships Lead JobsPartnerships Lead E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Partnerships Lead jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Partnerships Lead roles filtered specifically for E-3 visa sponsorship. Most general job boards don't distinguish between visa types, so you end up contacting employers who only know H-1B. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where employers are already familiar with E-3 requirements, saving you the back-and-forth.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Partnerships Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the employer requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business, marketing, or communications as a baseline for the role. The key is that the degree must be a genuine requirement, not just preferred. If the job posting says 'degree preferred,' ask your employer to confirm the requirement in your offer letter before filing.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Partnerships Lead roles?
For Australian nationals, the E-3 is far more practical. There's no lottery, no annual cap, and processing through a U.S. consulate in Australia typically takes two to four weeks from LCA approval. H-1B requires lottery selection with a roughly 25% chance, and you can only start on October 1 each year. E-3 lets you start as soon as your visa is stamped.
Can I change employers or get promoted while on an E-3 as a Partnerships Lead?
Changing employers requires a new LCA and a new E-3 visa stamp, so you can't simply transfer status the way an H-1B holder can use portability. A promotion that changes your job duties materially also triggers a new LCA. Plan for a two to four week gap between roles when switching employers to allow for LCA certification and consulate scheduling.
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