External opportunity
Senior Manager, Business Development & Strategic Partnerships
$125,000–155,000 per year
Posted 1 Oct 2026 · Sales
Job description
Job Description
The Senior Manager, Business Development & Strategic Partnerships will assist with driving the growth of NBCUniversal’s ad sales revenue through the expansion and negotiation of crucial partnerships and business opportunities, including across content distribution, demand/revenue generation, and advanced advertising.
You'll manage the negotiation of vendor agreements supporting NBCUniversal’s Ad Sales division and its products/operations. You will also liaise cross-functionally within NBCU to help advise on issues related to the development and expansion of NBCUniversal’s ad sales partnerships.
Responsibilities
Analyze partner/industry audience, content, and financial data to help develop strategic business and financial models underlying partnership monetization efforts
Assist with negotiating and executing on key business terms with partners/vendors related to the monetization of NBCUniversal content on digital platforms (e.g., FAST, OTT, vMVPDs), as well as vendors (e.g., programmatic, measurement) required to support such monetization
Manage partnership pipeline, deal calendar, and key milestone tracking to support timely execution of business development initiatives
Work closely with NBCU partnerships/strategy teams to operationalize, manage, and troubleshoot partnerships
Collaborate across the organization, including sales, planning, operations, strategy, legal and finance, as well as with other company divisions, to implement partnership opportunities
Help monitor and measure the success and impact of partnerships and deal terms
Evaluate new partnership opportunities and provide analysis on innovative ways to expand existing partnerships
Develop executive updates for partnership opportunities and progress through visual and analytical presentations
Keep abreast of key industry trends and market conditions across all media (e.g., traditional, digital, etc.) in informing various opportunities
Qualifications
5+ years experience in media, advertising/marketing, technology or consulting
Experience with supporting negotiations of business terms with media, digital, and/or technology companies
Meaningful knowledge of digital distribution and monetization
Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal skills and track record of cultivating relationships internally and with external partners
Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize partnership opportunities and related tasks in line with strategic business objectives
Ability to work well independently as well as with a collaborative team
Excellent PowerPoint, Excel, and CoPilot and/or other AI skills
Experience building and interpreting basic financial models
Desired Qualifications
History of leading or playing a key role in partnership negotiations
Understanding of technologies that support digital advertising (ad serving, tracking, measurement, etc.)
Experience in seeking new partnership opportunities and/or building growth strategies
History of collaborating with coworkers at all levels and across functions/divisions of the organization
Ability to influence and promote action amongst colleagues who are neither direct reports nor in the same department
Experience in positively influencing company culture through cross-team collaboration
Knowledge of, or interest in, applications of AI in the media sector
Comfort with collaborating and/or communicating with senior leaders
Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $125,000 - $155,000 + Bonus eligible
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Pay, skills & work eligibility
Compensation
$125,000–155,000 per year
Pay basis not specified
Stated in original posting data. No currency conversion or estimated salary.
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Original posting compensation: min 125000; max 155000; currency USD; period YEARLY.
Location, eligibility & working hours
- Listed work location
- New York, NEW YORK, United States
- Visa sponsorship
- Not stated clearly
- Relocation support
- Not stated clearly
- Working hours / time zone
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- Work authorization wording
- NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran
Remote does not automatically mean work from any country. A location match does not confirm work authorization, sponsorship or relocation eligibility.
Requirements at a glance
Experience mentioned: 5+ years
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Location & work arrangement
Listed work locations
- 1221 Avenue of The Americas, New York, NEW YORK, 10020, United States