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Manager, Talent Partnerships

Later
Location
Boston, MA; Chicago, Illinois, United States; Los Angeles, California, United States; Remote; Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Vancouver, Washington, United States
Posted
27 days ago
Department
Services
Salary
$80,000 - $90,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 4-5+ years of experience in influencer marketing, creator partnerships, or talent management
  • Proven track record of building and scaling high-impact creator programs
  • Strong network of creator, agent, and manager relationships across key verticals and platforms
  • Demonstrated success in sourcing, negotiating, and managing high-profile influencer, athlete and celebrity relationships
  • Strong strategic and analytical skills with experience managing scalable systems
  • Deep understanding of social platforms, creator economics, and cultural trends
Nice to have
  • Agency background preferred
  • Experience working with athletes in the professional and NIL space
  • Experience implementing AI and workflow to increase operational efficiencies
  • Familiarity with influencer marketing platforms, CRM systems, and campaign analytics tools
  • Experience working on a telecomms client a plus
What the job really is

As the Manager of Talent Partnerships at Later, you will lead the identification, engagement, and activation of top-tier creator talent for marketing campaigns. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution, including sourcing and negotiating talent agreements while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure talent is integral to campaign success. You will also cultivate relationships within the creator landscape to enhance Later's reputation and effectiveness in influencer marketing.

Benefits
  • Compensation structured as On Target Earnings (OTE = base + commission/variable) or Salary only
  • Permanent team members are eligible to participate in various benefits plans
Things to weigh
  • Salary range is $80,000 - $90,000 OTE
  • Co-op team members, independent contractors, and freelancers are not eligible for company benefits
  • Role involves both strategic and executional responsibilities, which may require a diverse skill set
  • Position is hybrid/remote, which may affect team dynamics
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