Business Development Manager
Genesis backs entrepreneurs with capital and resources, helping them build global technology businesses. Products built by Genesis portfolio companies have been downloaded more than 1 billion times and are used by tens of millions of people worldwide every month. Genesis co-founds technology businesses across Central and Eastern Europe and is regularly recognized as one of the best employers in Ukraine.
Our Business Development team serves as the intersection between Genesis and the world’s largest tech companies: Google, Apple, Amazon, Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, Pinterest, and dozens of others. We don’t just maintain partnerships—we shape collaboration strategies and create opportunities that impact the entire Genesis business portfolio.
We are looking for a Business Development Manager who is ready to work with strategic partners at a level where decisions impact millions of users and who isn’t afraid to take ownership of the results.
Main Responsibilities:
- Identifying new business opportunities across a portfolio of 70+ companies: exploring new markets, product categories, and monetization strategies. Collaborating with founders, C-level executives, and external partners to turn insights into new ecosystem-wide initiatives;
- Structuring, negotiating, and closing multi-million-dollar partnership agreements; managing complex multi-stakeholder deals involving multiple Genesis companies and global partners;
- Ensuring Genesis businesses get the most out of partnerships with Big Tech — early access to new products, participation in strategic programs, and marketing resources;
- Creating flagship events and initiatives: organizing large-scale summits, workshops, and joint ecosystem events with global technology leaders;
- Driving innovation in BD operations: transforming processes, implementing best practices, and piloting new initiatives that raise the bar for BD operations;
- Building long-term C-level relationships with representatives of global technology companies;
- Representing Genesis to key partners as a brand ambassador.
What we expect from you:
- 3+ years of relevant experience at Big Tech companies, leading consulting firms, advertising/marketing platforms, fast-growing tech companies, or similar environments;
- Proven leadership experience and full ownership of strategic projects;
- A track record of achieving outstanding commercial results;
- Strong communication and negotiation skills;
- Experience working with C-suite executives and top management at global technology or enterprise companies;
- Analytical thinking and the ability to effectively process and synthesize large volumes of complex information to form strategic conclusions;
- Ability to drive change and implement innovation;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment;
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
Would be an advantage:
- Experience in hiring, scaling, and managing high-performing teams;
- Deep understanding of the digital ecosystem, advertising platforms, mobile apps, or the platform economy;
- Knowledge of other languages.
What we offer:
- Direct impact on the strategy and growth of one of the largest app ecosystems in CEE.
- Collaboration with founders and senior leaders at global partners (Apple, Amazon, Google, Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, and more).
- Ambitious, high-impact projects, including AI-driven initiatives.
- Fully equipped, comfortable office environment with meals, lounge areas, and wellness benefits.
- Corporate medical services and insurance after the probation period.
- 20 days of paid vacation, unlimited sick days, and all necessary work equipment.
- Access to top-tier courses, corporate meetups, lectures, and business/management programs.
Ready to shape the future of technology partnerships with Genesis? Connect with us - and let's build something great together.