Partnerships & Special Projects Manager - Senior

Overview:

SOFTSWISS is hiring a Senior Partnership & Special Projects Manager to join our Marketing Team. We are looking for a senior, ownership-driven professional who will lead strategic partnerships and high-impact marketing initiatives that strengthen the SOFTSWISS brand globally.
This role requires a unique combination of brand marketing expertise, exceptional stakeholder management, and strong project management skills to drive complex cross-functional initiatives from concept to execution.

Purpose of the role:

You will own the development and execution of strategic partnerships and special marketing projects that increase SOFTSWISS brand visibility across global markets. Working with world-class industry figures, premium brands, and key external stakeholders, you will identify unique collaboration opportunities, negotiate partnerships, and ensure flawless execution of complex marketing initiatives.
This role requires a high level of autonomy, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple high-profile projects simultaneously while coordinating cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities:

• Own the full lifecycle of strategic partnership and special marketing projects, from idea generation to successful delivery

• Identify, negotiate, and establish collaborations with globally recognized brands, organizations, and industry leaders

• Source and engage high-profile public figures (opinion leaders, industry experts) for marketing initiatives

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with C-level stakeholders, talent representatives, agencies, and strategic partners

• Lead cross-functional project execution, ensuring alignment between Marketing, Business Development, Legal, and external vendors

• Develop creative partnership concepts that strengthen brand positioning and generate measurable business impact

• Explore new geographic markets and partnership opportunities through strategic ambassadors and influential personalities across Latin America, Asia, North America, Africa, and other regions

• Manage project timelines, risks, budgets, and deliverables while ensuring high execution standards

• Coordinate multiple complex projects simultaneously using Jira and other project management tools

• Analyze partnership performance, prepare post-project reports, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Required Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Brand Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Projects, or a similar senior marketing role

• Fluent English (C1+) and Russian

• Proven track record of leading complex, high-impact marketing projects with full ownership from strategy through execution

• Strong expertise in brand marketing and partnership development

• Experience working with premium brands, public figures, ambassadors, celebrities, or executive-level stakeholders

• Outstanding project management skills with experience coordinating multiple cross-functional initiatives simultaneously

• Strong knowledge of Jira and project management methodologies

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to confidently communicate and build relationships with senior executives, agencies, and international partners

• Strategic mindset combined with strong execution capabilities and attention to detail

Our Benefits:

• Private health insurance

• Sports benefits

• Comprehensive Mental Health Program

• Free English lessons (online)

• Local language courses

• Paid time off

• Maternity leave support

• Referral program rewards

• Upskilling, internal workshops, and participation in professional conferences and corporate events

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