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Specialized partner marketing recruitment

Partner marketers who connect teams and drive growth

With over ten years of experience as a creative and recruiting agency working with leading tech companies, we’ve supported teams running partner marketing programs at every stage. That experience gives us a clear understanding of how these roles operate and what it takes to drive results.

Why partner marketing expertise matters in tech

Partner marketing is a specialized function that sits between strategy and execution, blending campaign planning with relationship management and cross-team coordination. Roles like partner marketing managers and channel marketing managers are responsible for keeping teams aligned and ensuring joint efforts move forward effectively. In tech, where partner ecosystems evolve quickly, that work becomes even more critical.

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RECRUITING SERVICES FOR PARTNER MARKETING ROLES

Partner marketing roles we fill

Our agency has extensive networks of proven partner marketing pros across a range of functions, including:

Partner marketing leadership
  • VP of partner marketing
  • Head of partner marketing
  • Director of partner marketing
Partner marketing and campaigns
  • Senior partner marketing manager
  • Partner marketing manager
  • Channel marketing manager
  • Alliance marketing manager
  • Partner campaign manager
Partner programs and enablement
  • Partner program manager
  • Partner enablement manager
  • Partner engagement manager
  • Partner communications manager
Ecosystem and alliance marketing
  • Strategic alliance marketing manager
  • Technology partner marketing manager
  • ISV partner marketing manager
  • Cloud partner marketing manager
Partner operations and support
  • Partner marketing operations manager
  • Partner program operations manager
  • Partner marketing coordinator

Why choose 2A Works

Partner marketing insight meets thoughtful recruiting

Partner marketing expertise

Because we work closely with teams running partner marketing initiatives, including partner marketing managers supporting partner campaigns, we understand how this work operates and where it tends to break down. That perspective helps us evaluate candidates based on how they manage coordination, keep campaigns moving, and work effectively with multiple stakeholders.

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Consultative matchmaking

Partner marketing hiring isn’t just about matching resumes to job descriptions. Our recruiters take a hands-on approach to understand how your partner programs function and how work gets executed, then match you with candidates that are the right fit for the role and for how your team works. The result is a smoother hiring process and stronger, longer-term fits.

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A people-first philosophy

We build strong relationships across the marketing and partnerships community by treating people with care and transparency. Our reputation, industry knowledge, and candidate-first approach help us connect you with partner marketing professionals who are selective about where they work and trust us to guide their next move. For contract roles, we also offer standout benefits that help us attract and retain top-tier marketing talent.

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Partner marketing insight meets thoughtful recruiting

A few of the clients we support

Client satisfaction

Overall experience

5.0

Agency communication

5.0

Candidate quality

4.8

Candidate diversity

4.6

Contracts extended or converted to full-time

87%

A reliable partner with a deep understanding of our industry and hiring needs, 2A identified highly qualified candidates for our open roles and provided strong end-to-end support throughout the hiring process. The whole team truly values the partnership.

Jeremy C.

Content publishing manager, Microsoft Research

2A Works is a responsive and flexible partner, and I appreciate the level of support they provide to their consultants. It's clear they invest in the people they work with, and that commitment creates a positive experience for everyone involved. Their team is easy to work with, highly communicative, and provides experienced, high-quality talent.

Gerard M.

Partner program director, AI Business Solutions (Modern Work + Business Applications)

We were facing an uphill battle to rebrand our organization, build a net-new website, and develop a marketing strategy that would tie everything together. Our consultant from 2A Works created a plan to point us in the right direction and worked super fast to get us ready for launch.

Jennifer S.

Executive director of continuing education, Bellevue College

How it works

  1. 1. Tell us who you need

    Tell us about your partner marketing programs, team structure, and what success looks like in the role.

  2. 2. Evaluate your short list

    Review the candidates we’ve handpicked to meet your specific needs.

  3. 3. Interview your top picks

    Select who you want to talk to and we’ll coordinate the rest.

  4. 4. Make a selection

    Choose the candidate(s) who best fit your team and goals.

  5. 5. Welcome your new teammate

    Work with your new collaborator to drive impact.

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How it works

From the blog

What makes 2A Works different from other partner marketing recruitment agencies?

Alongside our recruiting work, we operate a creative agency that works closely with tech companies on partner marketing initiatives. That experience gives us a clear understanding of how these roles function across teams and organizations, and how to identify candidates who can operate effectively in that environment.

What types of roles does your partner marketing recruitment company specialize in?

We support a range of partner marketing roles, including partner marketing managers, channel marketing managers, alliance marketing managers, and co-marketing roles. We also recruit for supporting functions such as program managers and creative project managers.

How does your recruitment agency find partner marketing talent that understands technology?

With over a decade of experience supporting tech clients, we specialize in placing candidates who have experience working in tech environments and are comfortable collaborating across teams and organizations. That includes professionals who understand how to support partner marketing efforts within complex products, platforms, or ecosystems.

Do you offer both staffing and recruitment services?

Yes. We offer flexible contract staffing for short- and long-term needs, as well as direct hire recruiting for full-time roles. Whether you’re filling a short-term gap or building a long-term team, we can tailor our approach to fit your goals.

What are the benefits of working with a specialized partner marketing recruiter instead of a general recruitment agency?

We’ve spent more than 10 years recruiting for partner marketing roles across the tech industry, and we hire for our own creative agency as well. That experience gives us a clear view into how partner marketing roles differ from general marketing positions and what to look for when evaluating candidates.

Can your recruiters help fill leadership roles like VPs or Partner Marketing Directors?

Yes. We can place leaders at all levels, including roles such as Partner Marketing Director. We tailor our approach to leadership searches with additional consultation, careful scoping, and a targeted outreach strategy.

How fast can your recruitment company fill open partner marketing roles?

Once we’ve aligned on the role and requirements, we typically present a shortlist of vetted candidates within two to 10 days. Timelines can vary based on role complexity and your internal hiring process.

What’s your replacement policy if a hire doesn’t work out?

If a placed candidate leaves or is not a fit within the first 90 days, we’ll replace them at no additional cost. You’ll continue working with the same recruiter to ensure consistency and a smooth handoff.

How does your recruitment agency vet candidates before shortlisting them for open client roles?

All shortlisted candidates are phone screened by our experienced recruiters to confirm their skills, background, communication abilities, and fit for the role. For partner marketing positions, we focus on how candidates manage execution, collaborate across internal and partner teams, and contribute to partner-driven goals.

How does 2A Works recruit diverse talent?

We take a thoughtful, proactive approach to building diverse teams. That includes writing inclusive job descriptions, sourcing from diverse candidate networks, and actively reviewing our process to reduce bias. We also build long-term relationships with professionals from underrepresented backgrounds to expand access and representation across our talent pool.

What information do your recruiters need to get started?

To kick off a search, we’ll need details about the role’s responsibilities, required experience, target compensation, and whether it’s remote, hybrid, or in-person. We also work to understand your team’s workflow, brand voice, and goals, because the more context we have, the better equipped we are to find the right fit.