Account Manager, Partner Strategy, Latin America

World Economic Forum • New York, NY

2d • $135,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The World Economic Forum is the premier international organization for public-private cooperation, uniting the most influential leaders to shape global, regional, and industry agendas. Why we are recruiting: The Forum’s Business Engagement teams partner with top-tier organizations to address critical regional and industry challenges. Our partners drive impact and gain unparalleled access to a global network of decision-makers. The Regional Business Team cultivates a high-calibre business community that influences global conversations. We seek an exceptional Partner Lead (account executive) to spearhead partner (account) engagement, retention, and acquisition (business development) of companies based in Latin America. This role requires managing high-level relationships with Forbes 2000 calibre firms and industry leaders in financial services (banking, asset management, insurance, private investors, etc.), energy and materials (electricity, oil & gas, metals & mining), and consumer industries (retail, agriculture, consumer goods). The ideal candidate brings a track record of experience in business development and account management, working with clients in financial services, technology, or top-tier consulting firms. An extensive C-suite network and regional expertise in Latin America are essential. Fluency in Spanish and Portuguese is strongly preferred.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in financial services (investment banking, sales, strategy), technology, or strategy consulting, with a strong emphasis on client-facing roles, commercial strategy, and business development, including driving revenue growth, managing key accounts, or developing strategic partnerships.
• Deep expertise in the Brazilian and Mexican private sectors with an extensive network.
• Proven ability to navigate and influence complex stakeholder environments.
• Fluency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Salesforce CRM experience desired.
• High-energy, results-driven leader with a strategic and analytical mindset.
• Passion for driving meaningful impact in global business and policy.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree
• Salesforce CRM experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Build, strengthen, and expand strategic relationships with top-tier business partners.
• Design and execute high-impact engagement strategies with Forum activities aligned with partner business objectives.
• Deliver industry insights and actionable thought leadership that empower business leaders to make informed strategic decisions.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to develop targeted country and industry engagement strategies by identifying key stakeholders, emerging market trends, and business opportunities to drive impactful partnerships.

Benefits

• Join an independent and impartial organization with over 55 years of experience enabling public-private cooperation for the common good.
• Be part of a global team that brings leaders together through dialogue, to build trust, and turn shared understanding of complex global issues into collective solutions.
• Our culture is grounded in care, curiosity and respect, encouraging genuine dialogue and meaningful collaboration.
• By investing in trust and understanding, we create an environment where everyone can contribute fully to our shared mission.
• Work in an environment that values shared learning, diverse perspectives, and real-world collaboration, helping you grow through challenge, not routine.
• At the Forum, every role contributes to global progress. We advance together and help our partners shape solutions that make a lasting impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees