Director, State & Strategic Partnerships
About The Position
This is a unique opportunity to build and own a state-focused commercial engine at the intersection of business, government, and education. In this role, you’ll design and execute state-level go-to-market strategies, cultivate relationships with state education leaders and existing strategic Magma partnerships, and drive revenue growth through partnerships and policy advocacy within the education sector. As the official launch of Magma’s state-level initiatives, this position offers the opportunity to build a team over the next 12 – 24 months. You’ll combine fast-paced commercial ownership with the nuance and relationship-building required for effective state government engagement. The ideal candidate thrives on building a business from scratch, enjoys navigating the complexities of state education funding policies, and excels at forming relationships across diverse stakeholders—from educators and lobbyists to government officials. You’ll work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to articulate Magma’s vision and value proposition to state education leaders.
Requirements
- Have 5+ years commercial leadership including business development and market expansion experience and 3+ years working directly with government agencies, preferably at the state level.
- Strong expertise in education sector policies, state government funding, and procurement dynamics is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead development and execution of state-specific revenue growth strategies aligned with education policy trends.
- Cultivate and manage executive-level relationships with state government officials and education stakeholders to secure contracts and partnerships.
- Navigate RFPs, procurement processes, grant programs, and state budget cycles to maximize market opportunities.
- Manage external lobbyists and advocacy consultants to address regulatory and policy challenges.
- Represent Magma at Education events and within strategic networks.
Benefits
- Play a key role in an exciting journey. We are a young company with ambitious targets and meaningful goals
- Fantastic colleagues in a fun environment with great opportunities to learn
- Competitive remuneration & benefit package
- Annual company trip
- An opportunity to work on a meaningful mission and have an exceptional impact on education, society and how children learn math across the world
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
