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Director of Strategic Partnerships roles on OPT require employers comfortable sponsoring H-1B visa or O-1 visas, since most positions exceed the 12-month standard OPT window. STEM extension eligibility depends on your degree field. These roles typically sit at the intersection of business development and executive leadership.
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About Grubhub
At Grubhub, we believe food is more than just a meal: It’s a source of discovery, connection, and pure enjoyment. There’s a time and place for every type of dish, from hidden neighborhood gems to tried-and-true favorites, and we exist to connect people with the food they love in all the ways they like to dig in. We’ve been at it since 2004, but now, as part of Wonder, Grubhub is operating with a renewed sense of momentum and the high-velocity energy of a powerhouse startup.
As a leading U.S. ordering and delivery marketplace, we feature over 415,000 merchants in more than 4,000 cities, creating the ultimate food experience by elevating online ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms, and an improved delivery experience. We are constantly finding new ways to innovate—from integrated grocery delivery with groceries powered by Instacart to exclusive loyalty programs. Join our team, based out of New York City, Chicago and Denver, and help us give our diners the exceptional value they deserve.
The Impact You Will Make:
In this role, you will be the primary driver of success for our most strategic accounts. Your impact will be defined by your ability to:
- Develop and execute strategic account plans, leveraging a deep understanding of our solutions to drive retention, new diner acquisition, and revenue growth.
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Serve as the primary point of contact and an internal advocate for your portfolio of strategic accounts, ensuring their needs are prioritized.
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It is an expectation that you provide these accounts with a contact number for emergencies. You must be available to them (or provide an alternative contact that can be reached) at all times.
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Proactively identify and execute opportunities for upsell, cross-sell, and expansion, while also managing the renewal of all partner agreements.
- Partner closely with cross-functional teams—including Sales, Marketing, and Product—to deliver tailored solutions and address complex challenges.
- Serve as a trusted advisor by providing data-driven insights and strategic guidance to help partners navigate the market and optimize their performance.
- Be prepared to travel to meet with top partners and attend key industry events.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of experience and High School degree/GED
- Must be located in Los Angeles, CA
- 4-6 years of account management or enterprise account management experience. Experience working with (or selling to) restaurant owners is a major plus. Restaurant experience is also a plus.
- Strong computer skills (MS Office, Google products) with the ability to quickly learn new software. Experience with Salesforce.com or similar CRM is a plus
- Native-level fluency in English is required. Candidates fluent in Mandarin or Spanish are strongly preferred.
- Ability and desire to do whatever it takes to find solutions for merchants.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Confident making outbound dials on the phone.
- Willingness/ability to travel and speak to restaurants in person.
- Proven track record of success in meeting and exceeding goals.
- Impeccable organizational skills, easily balancing multiple tasks at once; self-starter with a strong bias towards action and problem-solving; maximizes effectiveness by focusing time in the right areas.
- Outstanding, positive attitude with passion and aptitude for working in a fast-paced and fast-growing environment.
Our hybrid model requires 3 days a week in the office. That said, many team members choose to come in more often to take advantage of in-person collaboration and connection. You're welcome—and encouraged—to be in the office up to 5 days a week if it works for you.
We reward our Sales positions with competitive pay. For this role, we offer uncapped commission with a base salary range as outlined below.
- District of Columbia: $96,960 - $121,200 ($121,200 - $151,500 OTE)
- Illinois: $80,000 - $100,000 ($100,000 - $125,000 OTE)
Wonder uses geographic-specific salary structures, which means the salary offered may vary depending on where the job is located. The final salary offer will take into account various factors, such as the candidate's skills, education, training, credentials, and experience.
Benefits
The benefits applicable to this role include a competitive compensation package with equity and a 401(k). We also offer a choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, company paid short and long term disability coverage, paid time off including flexible time off for exempt employees, paid vacation for non-exempt employees, and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable law in addition to paid parental leave, discounted meals and exclusive perks across the Wonder family of brands.
Eligibility, effective dates, and available plan options vary by employment classification and location. To learn more about benefits for this role, visit our Careers page here.
A Final Note
At Wonder, we build the best teams by hiring with an objective lens — evaluating people for their potential while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. As part of our commitment to fair and compliant hiring practices, Wonder participates in the federal government's E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.
We look forward to hearing from you! We'll contact you via email or text to schedule interviews and share information about your candidacy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Director Of Strategic Partnerships
Lead with your OPT timeline upfront
Mention your OPT status and expiration date in your first recruiter conversation, not after an offer. Partnership directors involve long sales cycles, and employers need to plan H-1B visa sponsorship well before your authorization lapses.
Target companies with existing H-1B sponsorship history
Large enterprises and well-funded startups with established legal infrastructure are far more likely to sponsor than early-stage companies. Check OFLC disclosure data to verify whether a target employer has filed H-1B petitions for similar senior roles.
Frame your network as a business asset
Strategic partnerships roles are hired for outcomes, not credentials. Quantify the revenue impact, deal volume, or partner ecosystem growth you have driven. Concrete metrics make the visa sponsorship cost feel minimal relative to the value you bring.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
A qualifying STEM degree extends your OPT from 12 to 36 months, giving employers a longer runway before H-1B sponsorship is required. Apply at least 90 days before your current EAD expires to avoid any gap in work authorization.
Negotiate sponsorship into your offer conversation
Once an employer is invested in hiring you, raise visa sponsorship as a solvable logistics question rather than a dealbreaker. Ask specifically whether their legal team has handled H-1B petitions for director-level employees before.
Build your pipeline through warm introductions
Strategic partnerships hiring at the director level is heavily referral-driven. Alumni networks, former colleagues, and conference relationships get you in front of decision-makers who can champion your candidacy internally, which matters when sponsorship requires executive sign-off.
Director Of Strategic Partnerships OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Director of Strategic Partnerships on OPT?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in roles directly related to your degree field. Director of Strategic Partnerships positions typically qualify when your degree is in business, marketing, management, or a related field. Your EAD is your work authorization document. The employer does not need to file anything with USCIS before you start, though they will need to sponsor you for H-1B or another visa before your OPT expires.
Do Director of Strategic Partnerships roles typically offer H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, but it varies by employer size and budget. Large corporations and growth-stage technology companies with established HR and legal teams are the most reliable sponsors at the director level. Smaller companies or early-stage startups may be willing but lack the infrastructure. Migrate Mate filters OPT-friendly jobs so you can focus your search on employers who have demonstrated sponsorship willingness for roles like this one.
Does a Director of Strategic Partnerships role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It generally does when the role requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher in a field such as business administration, marketing, or communications, and the job description reflects that requirement. Generic management roles where any degree suffices can face USCIS scrutiny. The strength of your case depends on how the employer defines the position in the Labor Condition Application and H-1B petition, so the job description wording matters significantly.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I leave a Director of Strategic Partnerships role?
You enter a mandatory 60-day grace period during which you can remain in the U.S. but cannot work. You must find new employment, change status, or depart within that window. Because director-level job searches can take several months, it is worth beginning your next search before your current role ends rather than relying on the grace period as your primary buffer.
Is a Director of Strategic Partnerships role eligible for the STEM OPT extension?
Only if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as computer science, data science, or information systems. Business administration and marketing degrees are generally not STEM-designated. If your degree does qualify, the 24-month STEM extension gives you 36 months of total OPT, which is meaningful runway for a senior role where H-1B sponsorship requires additional planning and employer commitment.