Partnership Development Manager Jobs in Illinois
Partnership Development Manager jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Deerfield, and Springfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like Huron Consulting, EY, and Grant Thornton hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
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ABOUT THE JOB
The YouTube Product Partnerships team drives partner strategy and manages the key relationships that help to make YouTube’s products more universally accessible and useful. We own the business side of new products and initiatives, and our strategic partnerships seek to build, distribute, grow, and protect YouTube’s products globally. We know how to assess partnership opportunities in any situation, define a strategy, and work closely within our team, and with Product, Marketing, and other cross-functional stakeholders to drive critical partnerships that help evolve our business. The Global YouTube Product Partnerships team leads development of YouTube's distribution, strategic marketing and technology licensing partnerships. In this role, you will help drive growth for YouTube subscription services including YouTube TV, NFL Sunday Ticket and Primetime Channels by identifying and closing strategic partnerships that generate new subscriptions and secure partnerships that aid in the YTV product development process. Success in this role requires understanding the current media landscape, defining and structuring strategic partnerships, negotiating agreements and exemplary partner management. As a member of YouTube’s Product Partnerships team, you will work cross-functionally with internal teams to identify and execute deals to accelerate growth, while developing strong relationships with external partners for YouTube’s OTT subscription services. This position requires thought leadership, influencing skills, research and analysis skills, flawless execution, and a passion for working in the fast-paced area of ‘over the top’ (OTT) subscription services. You know how to assess partnership opportunities, define a strategy and work closely with the Product Managers and other stakeholders to drive first-of-a-kind partnerships that will meaningfully impact the business. At YouTube, we believe that everyone deserves to have a voice, and that the world is a better place when we listen, share, and build community through our stories. We work together to give everyone the power to share their story, explore what they love, and connect with one another in the process. Working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity, we move at the speed of culture with a shared goal to show people the world. We explore new ideas, solve real problems, and have fun — and we do it all together.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
7 years of experience in business development and partner management within OTT/subscription services, telecommunications, or media partnerships.
Experience developing and managing long-term relationships with external partners, C-level executives, and internal cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience structuring, negotiating, and managing partnership agreements involving either OTT subscription services, telco distribution negotiations, or media agreements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
MBA or Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience managing complex, end-to-end partnerships.
Experience working autonomously in a dynamic, ever-changing, and collaborative environment.
Ability to identify potential business opportunities, assess financial/business benefit, structure agreements, and discuss terms with strategic partners.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to provide insightful, data-driven strategic recommendations to leadership and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Negotiate distribution deals for YouTube across multiple lines of business, including structuring first-of-a-kind partnerships, drafting terms, and leading negotiations on behalf of YouTube TV.
Participate in all aspects of new business development, including sourcing, evaluating, drafting and negotiating agreements, and managing senior-level partnerships.
Collaborate with teams across YouTube and Google to ensure strong execution of deals and initiatives, representing our partners and our team.
Contribute to refining YouTube’s strategy, including preparing presentations for senior management and to the broader organization.
* Engage with several internal cross-functional teams across multiple geographies to incubate, launch, improve, and scale new opportunities and present recommendations to key stakeholders.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $140000 - $204000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Partnership Development Manager Job Market in Illinois
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Who's Hiring
- Huron Consulting26

- EY25

- Grant Thornton16

- Wintrust Financial Corporation16

- Burns & McDonnell13

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services151
- Technology & Software134
- Accounting & Auditing72
- Manufacturing61
- Banking & Financial Services51
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in partnership development manager jobs across Illinois.
- 3-7 years of experience in partnerships, business development, or channel sales
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate and close partner or alliance agreements
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce to manage partner pipelines
- Experience building joint go-to-market plans with technology or channel partners
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across sales, marketing, and product teams
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
Partnership Development Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many partnership development manager jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 804+ partnership development manager openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Deerfield, and Springfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
Which Illinois cities have the most partnership development manager jobs?
Chicago, Deerfield, and Springfield have the most partnership development manager openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire partnership development managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring partnership development managers in Illinois include Huron Consulting, EY, and Grant Thornton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote partnership development manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 37% of partnership development manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
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