Director, Business Development

<h2>Our Mission</h2><p>As humans, there are few things more exciting than meeting someone new. At Tinder, we’re inspired by the challenge of keeping the magic of human connection alive. With tens of millions of users, hundreds of millions of downloads, 2+ billion swipes per day, 20+ million matches per day, and a presence in 190+ countries, our reach is expansive—and rapidly growing.</p><p>We work together to solve complex problems. Behind the simplicity of every match, we think deeply about human relationships, behavioral science, network economics, AI and ML, online and real-world safety, cultural nuances, loneliness, love, sex, and more.</p><h3>The Team or Role</h3><p>We are seeking a dynamic and transformational Director of Business Development, Growth and Distribution to join our team. This role is crucial in crafting Tinder’s strategic partnerships, focusing on driving user and payer growth. You will report to the VP, Head of Strategy and Business Development at Tinder.</p><p>The Business Development team is a global team that identifies, structures, negotiates and manages significant partnership opportunities with strategic partners such as platforms, telcos, OEMs, and lifestyle sector leaders. We collaborate with a diverse set of teams and develop relationships to identify key markets and opportunities best aligned with the company's overall strategy and core user demographic.</p><h3>Where you’ll work:</h3><p>This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration three days per week. This position is located in Los Angeles, San Francisco or Palo Alto, CA.</p><h3>In this role you will:</h3><ul><li><strong>Business Opportunity Identification:</strong> Develop and implement strategies to expand Tinder's user base and payer, in both existing and new markets. Use strong tech category knowledge and experience to identify new growth and distribution partners for expansion.</li><li><strong>Partnership Development & Management:</strong> Forge and maintain strategic partnerships with growth and distribution partners. Develop a strong pipeline and relationships with potential partners, with a focus on credit/payment/digital subscription partners. Creatively structure deals that maximize value for all stakeholders, including user growth and brand support. Negotiate and close deals that align with our strategic goals. Operationalize deals, with cross functional support as needed.</li><li><strong>Team Development:</strong> Lead a team of professionals in business development. Provide coaching, mentoring, alignment and professional development, fostering our high-performance culture.</li><li><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</strong> Work closely with product, engineering, marketing, analytics and finance teams to complete business development activities that align with company-wide objectives.</li><li><strong>Reporting and Analysis:</strong> Extensively use data to drive opportunity sizing and impact analysis. Provide regular reports on business development activities, progress and impact towards strategic goals.</li></ul><h3>You'll need:</h3><ul><li>A minimum of 10 years of experience in business development, preferably in consumer tech</li><li>Proven track record of identifying and developing new business opportunities.</li><li>Strong negotiation and deal-making skills.</li><li>Excellent leadership and team-building abilities.</li><li>Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills.</li><li>Strong experience in developing performance metrics for partnerships.</li><li>Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.</li></ul><h3>As a full-time employee you'll enjoy:</h3><ul><li>Unlimited PTO (with no waiting period), 10 annual Wellness Days</li><li>Time off to volunteer and charitable donations matched up to $15,000 annually</li><li>Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage</li><li>100% 401(k) employer match up to 10%, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)</li><li>100% paid parental leave (including for non-birthing parents), family forming benefits, and Milk Stork, which provides access to breast milk shipping for business travel, surrogacy, and employee relocation</li><li>Investment in your development: mentorship through our MentorMatch program, access to 6,000+ online courses through Udemy, and an annual $3,000 stipend for your professional development</li><li>Investment in your wellness: access to mental health support via Modern Health, BetterHelp, and Insight Timer; paid concierge medical membership, pet insurance, fitness membership subsidy, and commuter subsidy</li><li>$500 work-from-home stipend to set you up for remote work</li><li>Free subscription to Tinder Gold</li></ul><p>$180,000 - $200,000 a year</p><p>Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in Los Angeles. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.</p><h3>Commitment to Inclusion</h3><p>At Tinder, we don’t just accept difference, we celebrate it. We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members around the world, and we value unique perspectives and backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications, we invite you to apply and show us how your skills could transfer. Tinder is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we welcome people of all sexes, gender identities, races, ethnicities, disabilities, and other lived experiences. Learn more here: <a href='https://www.lifeattinder.com/dei'>https://www.lifeattinder.com/dei</a>.</p><p>If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact <a href='mailto:employeebenefits@matchgroup.com'>employeebenefits@matchgroup.com</a>.</p>