Business Development Manager

Ideally has a strong network within this industry
Self-starter and hardworking, with a track record of success and drive for achievement
Comfortable working with many cross-functional stakeholders and navigating ambiguity
A team player, quick thinker, and a fast learner
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a positive approach
Analytical ability to deliver high-impact insights, manage reporting, etc.

Help define and execute Ladder’s Financial Institution Partnership strategy
Maintain a wide network in the financial institution and wealth management space, including banks, broker dealers, RIAs, and fin/wealth-tech platforms
Lead and shape partnership management playbook to enhance Ladder’s internal and external efficiencies
Build long-term relationships with our partners to understand their organization, strategy and goals
Support relationships with partners by providing marketing resources, performance and utilization data, and coaching
Work across multiple internal teams (marketing, product, design, engineering, legal and compliance) to launch and manage partnerships
Set, track, analyze and report on partner performance metrics to find opportunities to improve the business

BA/BS degree with 4+ years experience in consulting, business development, business operations or account management
Ability to work across engineering, marketing, and business teams in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of business processes with experience driving metrics-oriented outcomes
Demonstrated success in managing and influencing external relationships, including with senior stakeholders
Understanding of, and experience working with, external partners on API integrations
Someone who takes an analytical approach to BD
Experience optimizing user funnel and marketing campaigns is a plus (not required)
Proficiency with Excel, SQL is a plus (not required)