Partnerships Manager Jobs in California

Partnerships Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, entertainment, healthcare, and consumer brands across a market that ranges from entry-level partnerships coordinators to senior directors of strategic alliances. The largest hiring hubs are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Google, Salesforce, and Disney maintain deep partnerships functions and recruit consistently. The most in-demand specialties are channel partnerships, API and platform ecosystem roles, and media and content distribution deals. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles150+
Top employerTikTok
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring39
Work type57% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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OneLegacy
Program Manager, Hospital Partnerships
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OneLegacy
New 9h ago
Program Manager, Hospital Partnerships
OneLegacy
Azusa, California
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$74k - $91k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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TikTok
Brand Partnerships Manager
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TikTok
New 10h ago
Brand Partnerships Manager
TikTok
Los Angeles, California
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Success
Marketing
Business Development
$93k - $166k/yr
On-Site
None

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TikTok
Brand Partnerships Manager
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TikTok
New 10h ago
Brand Partnerships Manager
TikTok
San Francisco, California
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Success
Marketing
Business Development
$98k - $175k/yr
On-Site
None

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Twelve Labs
Senior Staff Product Manager, Platform Integrations & Partnerships
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Twelve Labs
Added 1d ago
Senior Staff Product Manager, Platform Integrations & Partnerships
Twelve Labs
San Francisco, California
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$216k - $280k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree

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Parable Hospitality
Sales & Partnerships Manager
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Parable Hospitality
Added 2d ago
Sales & Partnerships Manager
Parable Hospitality
Newport Beach, California
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Service & Support
Sales
$72k - $75k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Partnerships Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Jose
5 jobs
Menlo Park
5 jobs
Mountain View
5 jobs
San Diego
4 jobs
Sacramento
4 jobs
Culver City
4 jobs
Irvine
3 jobs

Partnerships Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • TikTok
    TikTok13
  • Intuit
    Intuit7
  • OpenAI
    OpenAI5
  • OneLegacy
    OneLegacy4
  • Meta
    Meta3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software10
  • Healthcare & Medical Services3
  • Fintech2
  • Transportation & Logistics2
  • Banking & Financial Services2

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in partnerships manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
  • Three or more years of experience in business development or strategic partnerships
  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate and close partnership agreements with external organizations
  • Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce to track partner pipelines and activity
  • Strong cross-functional communication skills to align sales, product, and legal teams
  • Familiarity with California's technology or media ecosystem and its key industry players

Partnerships Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a partnerships manager in California?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or communications followed by two to four years in a sales, account management, or business development role at a California company. There is no state-issued license required. Employers in California's technology and media sectors look for candidates who can show closed deals, managed partner relationships, or built a revenue-generating channel program, often evidenced through a portfolio or measurable results from prior roles.

Which companies hire partnerships managers in California?

Employers hiring partnerships managers in California right now include TikTok, Intuit, and OpenAI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's density of technology platforms, entertainment studios, and health-tech companies means the role appears across a wider range of industries here than in most other states.

Which California cities have the most partnerships manager jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and California have the most partnerships manager openings in California. San Francisco and the broader Bay Area lead because of its concentration of technology platforms and SaaS companies that depend on partner ecosystems, while Los Angeles draws volume from entertainment, media, and direct-to-consumer brands that run large co-marketing and distribution partnership programs.

Are there remote partnerships manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 78% of partnerships manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves video calls, shared documents, and partner portals rather than on-site work. The parts of the role most likely to stay fully remote are pipeline management, contract negotiation, and partner enablement, while in-person time is more common for major contract signings or annual partner summits.

How can I get hired as a partnerships manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a business development representative or account coordinator role at a California technology or media company, then moving laterally once you have deal exposure. Large California employers including Salesforce, Adobe, and Snap run associate or rotational programs that place early-career candidates into partnerships or alliances teams. Building a record of managing even small vendor or agency relationships, then presenting that as a partnerships portfolio, consistently outperforms a general application with no direct experience.

Where can I find and apply to partnerships manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to partnerships manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing without creating an account or signing up.

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