Qatar Area Partnership Manager
Who are we?
Privilee is a wellness & lifestyle platform unlike any other. We grant our members access to a beautiful selection of hotel, beach club and fitness partners across the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and soon Kuwait and Singapore. We want to inspire people to live fulfilling lives by connecting them with experiences that empower their journey towards a balanced life, optimal health and well-being; we are on an unstoppable journey of growth and excellence and we are looking for someone that can help us bring that vision to life.
The Role
We are seeking an energetic, tenacious negotiator and a positive team player to join our partnership team in Qatar. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy tackling challenges head-on, and believe in building genuine connections, then you are the perfect fit for us. As Area Partnership Manager, you will play a pivotal role in creating and managing our portfolio of hotel, beach club and fitness partnerships, opening new doors, and elevating our existing network. Collaboration is at the forefront of everything we do, both internally and externally, and the perfect Area Partnership Manager would be one passionate for building and nurturing genuine connections.
The role will be based in Qatar, reporting into our Qatar Regional Partnership Manager. Our teams across other countries join us in Dubai throughout the year for trainings, quarterly reviews and company celebrations, as Privilee’s culture is rooted in collaboration, transparency and building genuine connections.
To apply for this role, please send your CV and a cover letter that tells us about you as a person, and what inspires and excites you in both your personal and professional life, to careers@privilee.com.
Responsibilities
- Acquire Partners: strengthen portfolio by acquiring partners aligned with Privilee’s brand, vision and strategic plan. Monitor and assess the designated area landscape to identify opportunities to expand our portfolio of partners.
- Add Value to Partners: cultivate and strengthen existing partnerships to ensure retention and growth, while exploring opportunities to drive more value and improve relationships.
- Manage Partnerships: oversee daily operations at partners, ensuring we run smooth operations and support partners at all times.
- Market Knowledge: stay well-informed on all area developments and trends, proactively responding to them. Provide comprehensive and relevant insights continuously that contribute to business growth and assess market and competitor movements, including their partnerships and activities
Personality
- Cultivates authentic relationships with a strong desire for genuine connections.
- A collaborative team player passionate about achieving team goals.
- A strong communicator.
- Reliable and responsive with the team and partners.
- Smart and passionate about supporting the team and achieving results.
- Applies meticulous attention to detail.
- Works well under pressure, maintaining focus and effectiveness when needed.
- Demonstrates strategic planning skills.
- Excels in conflict resolution and proactive problem-solving.
- Possesses a clear understanding of business priorities.
- Analyses data and market trends effectively.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree.
Experience:
- Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience in a client-facing role, preferably in the leisure, hospitality, or related industry.
- Demonstrated success in negotiating and managing partnerships with a track record of achieving mutually beneficial agreements.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a focus on face-to-face interactions.
- Ability to navigate complex negotiations and build strong relationships with partners and stakeholders.
Skills and Competencies:
- Arabic speaker.
- Proven experience in successfully handling diverse personality types in negotiations and partnership management.
- Ability to problem solve independently and as part of a team.
- Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving favorable outcomes in a variety of scenarios.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to think on your feet during face-to-face negotiations.
Our Culture
By joining Privilee, you will be part of a passionate, empathetic, dedicated and dynamic team; who are determined to create the ultimate wellness & lifestyle offering. Collaboration and the sharing of ideas is supported and empowered, contributing to our positive company culture. We care about people and want to support their personal and career growth. We consider success as being motivated and excited to come to work every day. We offer amazing perks, from a competitive salary, insurance, flexibility and a Privilee membership so you can experience the product first-hand.