Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.
The Ad Partnerships Group is a global team responsible for building and managing strategic relationships with key partners across the advertising ecosystem. This includes independent agencies, marketing partners, and measurement providers. We are a team of entrepreneurial, solution-oriented professionals who are passionate about driving advertiser success on Snapchat. We work cross-functionally with Sales, Product, and Marketing to develop and execute programs that enable our partners to leverage the full power of our platform. Our goal is to build a thriving partner ecosystem that delivers innovative solutions and drives measurable business results for our shared customers.
Snap Inc. is seeking an experienced and motivated Indy Agency Partner to join our Ad Partnerships Group in London. In this role, you will be responsible for building and scaling our Indy Agency Program in the UK, driving revenue growth, and fostering strong, long-term partnerships with independent advertising agencies. You will be a key player in a fast-paced and innovative environment, acting as a strategic advisor and advocate for our agency partners. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the digital advertising landscape, a proven track record of success in agency development, and a passion for Snapchat.
What you’ll do:
Program Development and Execution: Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy to scale our Indy Agency Program in the UK market, driving adoption of Snap's advertising solutions.
Agency Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, C-level relationships with key stakeholders at independent agencies, acting as their primary point of contact and trusted advisor.
Revenue Growth: Drive significant revenue growth through agency partnerships by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities for our sales teams, and upselling and cross-selling Snap's advertising products.
Education and Enablement: Educate agencies on Snap's platform, products, and best practices through scaled education programs, workshops, and training sessions.
Strategic Planning: Collaborate with agency partners to develop joint business plans and marketing strategies that deliver on client objectives and drive measurable results.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations, to ensure a seamless and positive experience for agency partners.
Performance Tracking and Reporting: Track, analyze, and report on key performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations for optimization and growth.
Market and Industry Expertise: Serve as an internal and external expert on the independent agency landscape in the UK, staying up-to-date on industry trends, challenges, and opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in digital advertising, with a focus on agency sales, partnerships, or business development within the UK market.
Proven track record of exceeding revenue targets and driving growth.
Strong understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem, including programmatic advertising, social media, and performance marketing.
Fluency in English.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working at a social media platform or in a role with direct responsibility for managing relationships with advertising agencies in the UK.
Established network of contacts at independent media agencies in the UK.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
A passion for Snapchat and a deep understanding of its value proposition for advertisers.
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"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.
Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
