Director of Partnership

Description
About Five Sigma

Five Sigma is an AI-powered technology company transforming the insurance claims industry. Our platform enables insurers to automate and optimize claims operations end-to-end, improving efficiency, reducing costs, and delivering a superior customer experience through data-driven decision-making
About the Role

We are seeking a Head of Partnerships to build and lead Five Sigma ’s global partnerships strategy. This role reports to the CRO and will be responsible for creating a scalable growth engine through strategic alliances with insurance carriers, system integrators, and technology partners.

Key Responsibilities

- Define and execute the company’s global partnerships strategy aligned with growth objectives

- Identify, develop, and close strategic partnerships (insurance carriers, TPAs, system integrators, and technology partners)

- Build and drive joint Go-To-Market strategies with partners

- Generate and manage pipeline through partnerships and support deals through to closure

- Establish and maintain executive-level relationships with key partners

- Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product, and Marketing teams

- Develop commercial models, partnership agreements, and incentive structures

- Track, measure, and optimize partnership performance

Requirements

- 8–10years of experience in business development and partnerships, including 3–5 years in a senior leadership role

- Experience with Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance domain, including familiarity with core insurance systems and processes (policy, claims, billing)

- Proven experience working with or alongside Big 4 consulting firms (e.g., Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG), including joint engagements or partnership models

- Proven track record of building partnerships from the ground up

- Deep understanding of SaaS business models and Go-To-Market strategies

- Experience working with system integrators, consulting firms, and technology ecosystems

- Demonstrated ability to generate revenue through partnerships

- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment

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