VP, Strategic Partnerships
About Us
Automation Anywhere is the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA), transforming how work gets done with AI-powered automation. Its APA system, built on the industry’s first Process Reasoning Engine (PRE) and specialized AI agents, combines process discovery, RPA, end-to-end orchestration, document processing, and analytics—all delivered with enterprise-grade security and governance. Guided by its vision to fuel the future of work, Automation Anywhere helps organizations worldwide boost productivity, accelerate growth, and unleash human potential.
We’re Seeking
We are looking for a visionary, execution-oriented executive to architect and scale the global partner ecosystem at Automation Anywhere, the recognized leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA).
Opportunity
We are seeking a VP, Strategic Partnerships to define and lead the company’s global partner strategy, owning the vision, investment priorities, and operating model required to accelerate growth through a best-in-class partner ecosystem. Reporting to the SVP of Global Alliances & Channels, this role will operate as a key member of the extended executive leadership team, partnering closely with senior leaders across sales, marketing, product, finance, and operations to shape company-wide strategy, influence investment decisions, and deliver outsized business outcomes.
You Will Make An Impact
- Define and lead the global partner strategy, including segment prioritization, ecosystem design, and long-term growth roadmap aligned to company objectives
- Owning the end-to-end partner ecosystem P&L contribution, including sourced and influenced revenue, pipeline generation, and partner-led expansion
- Scale and lead a high-performing global organization, including regional and functional leaders across partner programs, strategy, experience, incentives, and planning
- Establish executive-level relationships with strategic partners, driving joint business planning, co-innovation, and long-term value creation
- Drive cross-functional alignment at the executive level, influencing product strategy, GTM motions, and investment prioritization to maximize partner impact
- Evolve the global partner program framework, including tiering, benefits, incentives, and engagement models to drive partner investment and growth
- Oversee partner lifecycle excellence, ensuring scalable, best-in-class processes across recruiting, onboarding, enablement, co-selling, and partner management
- Serve as a key executive liaison to senior leadership and the board (as needed), providing strategic insights and performance visibility into the partner business
- Drive global GTM readiness through partners, aligning closely with field sales, marketing, and enablement to ensure successful partner-led execution
- Own and scale the partner technology ecosystem, including PRM, integrations with Salesforce, and data infrastructure to support global scale
- Lead complex strategic partnership negotiations, including commercial frameworks, pricing programs, and governance in partnership with legal and finance
You Will Be a Great Fit
- 15+ years of experience in alliances, partnerships, or ecosystem leadership within enterprise technology companies
- Demonstrated success operating at the VP or equivalent executive level, with broad global scope and P&L accountability
- Proven track record of building and scaling global partner ecosystems that drive meaningful revenue impact
- Strong experience influencing executive stakeholders and cross-functional leadership teams, including product and GTM organizations
- Deep expertise in partner strategy, ecosystem design, and operating models at scale
- Experience managing multi-layered global teams and senior leaders, with a focus on performance, accountability, and growth
- Familiarity with partner management and revenue systems (e.g., Salesforce, PRM tools such as Vartopia, Crossbeam, etc.), with an emphasis on data-driven decision making
Preferred
- Blend of technical, consulting, and operational leadership experience in high-growth enterprise environments
Key Competencies
- Executive presence and influence, with the ability to shape strategy and drive alignment across C-level stakeholders
- Strategic thinking paired with operational excellence, able to translate vision into scalable execution
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Relationship-building at the highest levels, both internally and with global partners
- Credibility and trust-building, positioning yourself as a go-to executive for partner strategy and growth
- Adaptability and resilience in fast-paced, high-growth environments
- Willingness to travel as needed (domestic and international)
On-Target Earnings (Base Salary + On-Target Incentives)
The on-target earnings (base salary + on-target incentives) for this position is $450,000 - $500,000 a year. The salary ultimately offered is determined through a review of education, industry experience, training, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant in alignment with market data and other factors.
Benefits and Perks
- Flexible work schedule / remote roles
- Unlimited Personal Time Off
- 12 holidays off per year
- 4 days volunteer time off per year
- 4 company Achievement days off per year
- Variety of health care and well-being benefits
- Paid family/parental leave
Equal Opportunity Employer
Automation Anywhere is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.