Manager, Podcast Partner Relations

iHeartMedia • New York, NY

10d • $66,300 - $82,000

About The Position

The Manager, Podcast Partner Relations grows, manages, and maintains relationships with creators and production partners across iHeartPodcasts. As the primary liaison between iHeart and podcast partners, this role provides support from onboarding through ongoing operations, monetization, and strategic growth. The role works cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment, combining relationship management with operational execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5+ years of experience in media, advertising, partner relations, or business development.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with exceptional attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Airtable or similar project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for an assigned portfolio of podcast partners, providing white-glove support and setting expectations from deal closure through launch and ongoing operations.
• Lead onboarding for new shows by coordinating timelines and clarifying workflows.
• Maintain regular partner touchpoints to share performance trends and revenue pacing, and translate data into recommendations to drive audience growth and improve monetization.
• Coordinate with Business Affairs/Legal, Sales and Sales Development, Marketing, Production, Finance/Accounting, and Ad Ops to fulfill contractual obligations and keep deliverables on schedule.
• Maintain accurate records in operational systems such as Airtable, Omny, and TAP; track milestones, apply advertiser tags, troubleshoot discrepancies, and optimize workflows.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert on podcast product offerings and identify strategic host opportunities, packaging options, and content fits that strengthen sales narratives.
• Monitor pacing with Sales and Ad Ops, anticipate risks, propose options, and escalate issues with context and a recommended resolution.
• Prepare and present performance updates synthesizing platform, audience, and revenue insights for partners and internal leaders.
• Coordinate partner participation in iHeart tentpole events, including award shows and sales summits, with logistics planning, run-of-show alignment, and on-site support.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of coverage options.
• Company-provided and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays.
• Spirit day to encourage and allow employees to volunteer in their community.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost, including telephonic counseling and consultation on legal, financial, emotional well-being, family, and caregiving matters.
• Additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, and accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

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