Manager, Brand Partnerships

Sirius XM • Los Angeles, CA

19h

About The Position

SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connect) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. SiriusXM Media is the gateway for marketers to the largest digital audio advertising ecosystem in North America. As the combined advertising revenue organization of Sirius XM Holdings Inc., SiriusXM Media spans across leading owned and operated audio platforms Pandora and SiriusXM; innovative ad tech solutions powered by AdsWizz; sonic creative consultancy Studio Resonate; and an extended content network featuring exclusive monetization agreements with Audiochuck, NBCUniversal, SoundCloud, and many more. Reaching more than 150 million listeners each month, SiriusXM Media delivers audiences the tailored brand experiences they crave while putting creators first, making it easy for every marketer to produce, plan, buy and measure across its entire audio universe.

We’re seeking a strategic, highly organized Manager, Brand Partnerships. This role will lead post-sale execution of integrated marketing campaigns for key advertisers, spanning podcast branded content, live events, branded integrations, custom content, music experiences, and more. The Program Manager will be exposed to new and exciting opportunities across our platforms, with podcast branded content as a key area of focus, including programs tied to Call Her Daddy, Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend, It’s Me Tinx, Nikki & Brie, Fantasy Footballers, and more. This person will oversee complex, high-profile campaigns from kickoff through launch, managing timelines, deliverables, and communication across Sales, Production, Talent Relations, Legal, clients, and agency partners.

As the central lead for execution, this person will ensure programs run smoothly, deliver against brand objectives, and create engaging experiences for consumers.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Project Management and/or Account Management experience in the digital advertising industry, working on integrated experiential, podcast and digital campaigns
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Experience managing complex cross-platform integrated marketing/advertising programs with the ability to think both strategically and tactically from concept through execution
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, project management experience, and prioritization of tasks
• Proven success in client relationship development, management, retention and growth
• Previous experience working with experiential teams, creative partners, activation teams, podcast hosts, and/or social influencer agencies
• Superior interpersonal skills to work closely with other team members and the client across multiple offices and regions
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and comfortable being on the front lines with first-to-market programs
• Capacity to manage and prioritize multiple projects concurrently
• Comfortable creating client-facing materials and presenting to clients and agency partners
• Solid understanding of social media tools/FTC guidelines, social amp and digital media platforms
• Professional, problem-solving attitude and strong leadership skills
• Must have legal right to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Podcast experience a plus
• Love of music & pop culture!

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day account management as the primary point of contact for integrated client programs across experiential, podcast, and digital campaigns - partnering closely with internal teams, agency stakeholders, and clients.
• Manage end-to-end program execution from kickoff through launch, ensuring timelines, deliverables, approvals, and activation plans are executed seamlessly.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across sales, production, marketing, creative, legal, research, and external partners to drive alignment and successful program delivery.
• Apply strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate evolving priorities, operational challenges, and client needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication across stakeholders to ensure visibility into program status, milestones, risks, and next steps throughout the campaign lifecycle.
• Support the development and execution of integrated activation plans across experiential, podcast, social, digital, and influencer channels.
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors to manage program logistics, workflows, and executional details while maintaining a high standard of quality and client service.
• Proactively identify risks, troubleshoot issues, and escalate challenges when necessary to ensure programs remain on track and aligned with client objectives.
• Build strong collaborative relationships across departments and contribute to a solutions-oriented team culture focused on delivering best-in-class client experiences.
• Develop client-facing materials including timelines, status updates, recaps, presentations, and execution documents.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts by identifying workflow efficiencies, sharing best practices, and helping strengthen integrated program execution across the team.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and professionalism while balancing client expectations with internal business priorities and operational considerations.
• Travel as needed to support events, activations, and onsite program execution (approximately 20% travel).

Benefits

• The base salary for this position to be in the range of $96,700 to $129,000
• This role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager