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Brand Partnerships Manager roles sit at the intersection of business development and marketing, making them strong fits for OPT students with backgrounds in communications, marketing, or business. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Your 12-month OPT window, plus a potential 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies, gives you real runway to grow into this role.
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Brand Partnerships Manager, Auto - Global Business Solutions
LOCATION
Location: New York
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Employment Type: Regular
JOB CODE
Job Code: A204647A
ABOUT THE TEAM
TikTok's Global Business Solutions (GBS) team is at the forefront of driving advertising innovation, offering scalable solutions for brands to connect with audiences in meaningful ways. Our Enterprise Ad Sales team partners with some of the largest global brands, enabling them to leverage TikTok's unique platform to drive business impact. The GBS team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and results.
Our Brand Partnerships Manager (BPM) is essential to enabling TikTok's sales teams to drive revenue at scale efficiently and strategically. This team is responsible for revenue planning, assisting in building client presentations, operational effectiveness in our tooling and sales processes, and ensuring productive and fruitful partnerships cross-functionally across internal teams. We are looking for a BPM who can be highly organized and efficient, working closely with our cross-functional teams and supporting the sales team and verticals at large. This person should be detail-oriented and proactive with an ability to anticipate issues and take initiative to solve for them through CRM and process hygiene.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Vertical Directors/Managers on all facets of client relations including proposal completion, media plans, newsletters and revenue objectives.
- Develop winning sales presentations and RFP responses.
- Respond to requests for proposals and managing proposal development.
- Develop internal relationships and effectively communicate plan details to sales team, and in some instances, clients.
- Research user data and audience metrics; analyze market trends; and work with the sales team to manage and pursue new business opportunities.
- Learn and interpret client objectives along with procedure to translate in media strategies.
- Maintain in-depth understanding of organizations ad products.
- Stay abreast of industry news.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 1+ years of experience working in operational capacity that involves cross-functional team collaboration.
- Foundational knowledge and passion for social media, mobile apps, and digital and mobile marketing.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Proficient in qualifying projects to maximize an efficient sales cycle.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to successfully work under tight project deadlines.
- Ability to independently multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively.
- Ability and appetite to learn quickly in a fast-paced team environment.
- Detail-oriented approach with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation Description (Annually): The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $72,743 - $94,858 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
BENEFITS
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
FOR LOS ANGELES COUNTY (UNINCORPORATED) CANDIDATES:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
ABOUT TIKTOK
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
WHY JOIN US
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TIKTOK ACCOMMODATION
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at
https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
INTRODUCTION
Brand Partnerships Manager, Auto - Global Business Solutions
LOCATION
Location: New York
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Employment Type: Regular
JOB CODE
Job Code: A204647A
ABOUT THE TEAM
TikTok's Global Business Solutions (GBS) team is at the forefront of driving advertising innovation, offering scalable solutions for brands to connect with audiences in meaningful ways. Our Enterprise Ad Sales team partners with some of the largest global brands, enabling them to leverage TikTok's unique platform to drive business impact. The GBS team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and results.
Our Brand Partnerships Manager (BPM) is essential to enabling TikTok's sales teams to drive revenue at scale efficiently and strategically. This team is responsible for revenue planning, assisting in building client presentations, operational effectiveness in our tooling and sales processes, and ensuring productive and fruitful partnerships cross-functionally across internal teams. We are looking for a BPM who can be highly organized and efficient, working closely with our cross-functional teams and supporting the sales team and verticals at large. This person should be detail-oriented and proactive with an ability to anticipate issues and take initiative to solve for them through CRM and process hygiene.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Vertical Directors/Managers on all facets of client relations including proposal completion, media plans, newsletters and revenue objectives.
- Develop winning sales presentations and RFP responses.
- Respond to requests for proposals and managing proposal development.
- Develop internal relationships and effectively communicate plan details to sales team, and in some instances, clients.
- Research user data and audience metrics; analyze market trends; and work with the sales team to manage and pursue new business opportunities.
- Learn and interpret client objectives along with procedure to translate in media strategies.
- Maintain in-depth understanding of organizations ad products.
- Stay abreast of industry news.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 1+ years of experience working in operational capacity that involves cross-functional team collaboration.
- Foundational knowledge and passion for social media, mobile apps, and digital and mobile marketing.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Proficient in qualifying projects to maximize an efficient sales cycle.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to successfully work under tight project deadlines.
- Ability to independently multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively.
- Ability and appetite to learn quickly in a fast-paced team environment.
- Detail-oriented approach with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation Description (Annually): The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $72,743 - $94,858 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
BENEFITS
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
FOR LOS ANGELES COUNTY (UNINCORPORATED) CANDIDATES:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
ABOUT TIKTOK
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
WHY JOIN US
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TIKTOK ACCOMMODATION
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at
https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Brand Partnerships Manager
Target companies with active brand partnership teams
Look for employers already running co-marketing programs, influencer campaigns, or strategic alliances. These companies understand the value of dedicated partnership talent and are more likely to have established visa sponsorship processes for roles they actively need to fill.
Frame your OPT timeline as an asset
Hiring managers sometimes hesitate at visa timelines. Lead with your full authorized work period upfront, and clarify that H-1B visa sponsorship, if needed, follows a predictable annual process. Removing uncertainty early keeps the conversation focused on your qualifications.
Build a portfolio of measurable partnership outcomes
Brand partnerships are results-driven. Before applying, document any campaigns, sponsorships, or collaborations you have contributed to with specific metrics like engagement lift, revenue impact, or audience growth. Concrete outcomes make your candidacy far harder to pass over.
Prioritize mid-size companies over large enterprises
Mid-size brands with growing partnership functions often have more hiring flexibility and faster decision cycles than large corporations. They are also more likely to sponsor OPT candidates who can demonstrably own a function rather than join a large, structured team.
Emphasize cross-functional collaboration skills
Brand Partnerships Managers work across legal, creative, finance, and marketing teams. Highlight experiences where you managed multiple stakeholders or coordinated complex projects. This signals you can operate independently, which matters especially when employers are evaluating OPT hires.
Apply early relative to your OPT end date
Give yourself at least four to five months before your OPT authorization expires to secure an offer and complete onboarding. Employers need time for due diligence, and starting the H-1B process with adequate runway signals professionalism and reduces friction on their side.
Brand Partnerships Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Brand Partnerships Managers in the United States?
Yes. F-1 students on post-completion OPT are authorized to work full-time in roles directly related to their field of study. Brand Partnerships Manager positions typically qualify under marketing, communications, or business degree programs. Your work must remain in a field related to your degree, so document that connection clearly when accepting an offer.
Does a Brand Partnerships Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a qualifying STEM degree, such as a data-driven marketing, information systems, or business analytics program on the STEM designated degree program list, you may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. The role itself does not need to be classified as STEM, but your employer must enroll in E-Verify to support the extension.
How can I find Brand Partnerships Manager jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches, so it is the most efficient place to find Brand Partnerships Manager roles at employers open to sponsorship. Filtering by visa type saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, which is a costly mistake given OPT timelines.
Will employers sponsor an H-1B visa for a Brand Partnerships Manager role after OPT ends?
Many do, particularly at companies where the partnerships function is central to revenue or growth strategy. Brand Partnerships Manager roles generally meet the specialty occupation standard required for H-1B eligibility, since they typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Your strongest position is with employers who already have immigration counsel and a track record of sponsoring similar roles.
What should I do if my OPT expires before I secure a Brand Partnerships Manager offer?
If your OPT expires without a qualifying job offer, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you cannot work but can remain in the U.S. to wrap up affairs or prepare to depart. Options include applying for a change of status, such as returning to full-time enrollment, or departing and re-entering on a new visa category if an offer materializes. Consult a licensed immigration attorney for guidance specific to your situation.