Senior Director of Business Development and Partnerships

Protected, Mediaocean's verification business, is revolutionizing ad verification in today's complex digital landscape. Leveraging advanced machine learning, AI, and a cutting-edge technology stack, Protected offers comprehensive services including fraud/IVT detection, brand suitability and safety, viewability, and other key metrics. This sophisticated approach not only enhances ad performance but also drives significant cost efficiencies for both buyers and sellers.

As an MRC-accredited and TAG-certified solution, Protected goes beyond traditional verification methods to provide deep insights into attention, quality, and brand safety. Their innovative strategies challenge industry norms, optimize verification practices, and streamline processes, particularly in programmatic and closed environments. These services, combined with our commitment to cost-effectiveness and robust support, has attracted Fortune 100 clients and positioned Protected as an exciting growth business within the established Mediaocean ecosystem. 

Protected Media is seeking a dynamic Senior Director of Business Development & Partnerships to join our team. This pivotal role focuses on cultivating and nurturing deep relationships with a select group of key organizations across three crucial domains: DSP Prebid integrations, social measurement partners, and large publishers.

The primary objective is not simply open doors but to strategically manage and sustain these relationships, ensuring that opportunities remain vibrant and fruitful. As the driving force behind these critical partnerships, you will spearhead initiatives with the backing of Mediaocean's Business Development department.

• Forge and nurture robust, enduring relationships with a curated group of key organizations in DSP Prebid integrations, social measurement partnerships, and large-scale publishers.
• Proactively steer projects forward by orchestrating seamless coordination between internal and external stakeholders, delving into technical intricacies to grasp client needs.
• Spearhead initial client engagements, craft compelling presentations, and oversee ongoing communication to maintain project momentum and success.
• Facilitate high-impact meetings by maintaining a comprehensive grasp of project status, anticipating needs, and ensuring the involvement of key stakeholders.
• Cultivate continuous engagement and maintain open communication channels with partners to foster long-term success.

• Experience, a strong track record, and many connections within the Ad Tech industry.
• Exemplary relationship management skills with a proven ability to navigate multiple high-stakes tasks and stakeholder interactions.
• A proactive self-starter with meticulous organizational skills and an unwavering commitment to project ownership and success.
• Natural relationship architect capable of fostering genuine connections and deciphering stakeholder motivations.
• Highly systematic and methodical, with established processes tailored to support complex, long-term projects and intricate workflows.
• Agile thinker adept at pivoting strategies creatively to achieve ambitious goals.
• Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments, demonstrating the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Experience working within start up companies and international teams is highly valued.

• Competitive total compensation, including 401(K) employer match and financial wellness seminars 
• Extensive medical, dental, and vision plan – Keep your family (or just yourself!) safe and healthy
• Flexible time off – In addition to our 14 company holidays, we provide open PTO to all U.S.- based Mediaocean employees. So take a sick day, vacation day, or mental health day 
• Bonding Leave – After six months of employment at Mediaocean, mothers and fathers, including same-sex parents, can take job-protected, paid time off to bond with their child within the first 12 months of the child’s birth or adoption 
• Insurance, Pet Insurance, employer matched Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Professional development – Personalized development plan created with your manager, continuous internal and external trainings, official company-wide mentorship program, professional development rewards program, management, leadership, and function-specific training for top performance, education reimbursement 
• Get rewarded for demonstrating Mediaocean values 
• Active affinity-based groups – Form connections with similar peers in offices around the world. Groups include: Women at MO, Black Employees at Mediaocean (BEMO), Pride at MO, Mi gente (Hispanic/Latinx community), AAPI at MO, Parents at MO, International Enrichment, Language Lovers, Books & Beyond, DEI in Engineering, and Mental Health & Wellness, and Caregivers United  
• Wellness opportunities – Free virtual yoga and abs and glutes classes, company-paid Headspace meditation app membership, company-wide steps challenges, complimentary snacks in-office   
• Bikeshare program in select offices, (Divvy and CitiBike for Chicago and New York offices)  
• All of these benefits/perks are effective on the date of hire

Be at the forefront of a high-growth startup, backed by the robust resources and infrastructure of industry leader Mediaocean, spearheading the redefinition of verification solutions in the advertising ecosystem. · Collaborate with a talented and passionate team dedicated to driving measurable impact and ensuring unwavering compliance for our clients. · Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives and comprehensive benefits. · Seize unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development in a rapidly evolving, cutting-edge industry.

If you are a motivated and experienced AdTech professional with a passion for forging strategic partnerships, managing complex relationships, and driving transformative results in a dynamic environment, we eagerly await your application. Join Protected Media today and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of advertising verification through groundbreaking partnerships and integrations.

 If you are a motivated and experienced AdTech professional with a passion for driving results and building relationships, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join Protected Media and help us shape the future of advertising verification.