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Specialized revenue and partnerships recruitment

Talent that builds and scales strategic relationships

We’ve spent more than a decade recruiting for partner and business development teams across the tech industry, while also working closely with companies running partner programs at every stage. That experience helps us connect you with professionals who build strong relationships, develop strategic alliances, and identify new opportunities for growth.

Why relationship expertise matters in tech

Partnership and business development roles require aligning priorities across teams and markets. In tech, where ecosystems evolve quickly and new opportunities emerge constantly, these roles play a critical part in how companies grow.

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Recruiting services for revenue and partnerships roles

Revenue and partnerships roles we fill

We connect companies with professionals across partnerships, alliances, channel, and business development functions, including:

Revenue leadership and strategy
  • CRO (Chief revenue officer)
  • VP of revenue
  • Head of revenue
  • Director of revenue
  • Revenue manager
Revenue operations and enablement
  • Revenue operations director
  • Revenue operations manager
  • Revenue operations analyst
  • Sales operations manager
  • Sales operations analyst
  • Business operations manager
  • Go-to-market operations manager
  • Revenue enablement manager
  • Sales enablement manager
Partnerships and alliances
  • VP of partnerships
  • Head of partnerships
  • Director of partnerships
  • Director of strategic alliances
  • Partnerships manager
  • Strategic partnerships manager
Channel and ecosystem partnerships
  • Partner manager
  • Channel partnerships manager
  • Alliance manager
  • Technology partnerships manager
  • ISV partnerships manager
  • SI (systems integrator) partnerships manager
Partner programs and enablement
  • Partner program manager
  • Partner enablement manager
  • Partner operations manager
  • Partner success manager
  • Partner development manager
Business development and growth partnerships
  • Business development director
  • Business development manager
  • Strategic business development manager
  • Growth partnerships manager
  • Corporate development manager

Why choose 2A Works

Recruiting for growth-focused teams

Tech industry expertise

We work closely with tech companies building and scaling both partner programs and business development functions. This gives us a clear view into how these roles differ and where they create value, from managing relationships to developing new opportunities.

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Consultative matchmaking

As part of our partnerships manager recruiting work, we take the time to understand your team structure, goals, and growth strategy, then match you with candidates who can operate effectively within that environment. The result is a smoother hiring process and stronger, longer-term fits.

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A people-first philosophy

We build strong relationships with partnership and biz dev professionals by treating them well, from first outreach through final offer and beyond. Our reputation, industry knowledge, and candidate-first approach help us connect you with 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 talent.

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Recruiting for growth-focused teams

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%

Collaboration that drives better teams

  1. 1. Tell us who you need

    Tell us about your team structure, partner programs or biz dev initiatives, 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 tech recruiting agencies?

Our extensive experience working with tech and cloud companies gives us a clear understanding of how partnerships and business development teams operate and what strong team fit looks like in practice. This helps us evaluate strategic talent more effectively and match them with companies where they’ll thrive.

What types of partnerships and business development roles do you specialize in?

We support a range of roles across partnerships, alliances, channel, and business development functions, including both relationship-focused and opportunity-driven roles. If you’re hiring for a specific role or building out a program, we can help define the position and identify candidates who align with your goals.

How does your recruiting agency find partnerships and biz dev talent that understands technology?

With over a decade of experience supporting tech clients, we specialize in identifying and placing candidates who are comfortable collaborating across technical teams and organizations. We look for candidates with a proven track record working in technical environments who understand those partner ecosystems and can adapt as priorities evolve.

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 specialized partnerships manager and business development manager recruiters instead of a general recruitment agency?

We’ve spent more than 10 years recruiting for roles across the tech industry, and we hire for our own creative agency as well. That gives us a nuanced understanding of the skills, team dynamics, and evolving tools that matter in partnerships and business development roles. Because we work closely with these teams every day, we’re able to assess candidates more effectively and align them to the needs of your organization.

Can your recruiters help fill leadership roles?

Yes. We support leadership hiring across partnerships and business development functions. For leadership searches, we take a consultative approach, helping define the role, align on expectations, and identify candidates with the right mix of relationship management and strategic experience.

How fast can your recruitment company fill open 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 recruiting 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. Depending on the position, we may also review portfolios, request work samples, or use technical assessments to evaluate capabilities.

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.