Partnerships Associate- UK
Whatnot
Estimated Salary: $45K-$75K
Location: ENG London, England, United Kingdom
š Whatnot
Whatnot is a livestream shopping platform and marketplace backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Y Combinator, and CapitalG. Weāre building the future of ecommerce, bringing together community, shopping and entertainment. We are committed to our values, and as a remote-first team, we operate out of hubs within the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, and Germany today.
Weāre innovating in the fast-paced world of live auctions in categories including sports, fashion, video games, and streetwear. The platform couples rigorous seller vetting with a focus on community to create a welcoming space for buyers and sellers to share their passions with others.
And, weāre growing. Whatnot has been the fastest growing marketplace in the US over the past two years and weāre hiring forward-thinking problem solvers across all functional areas.
š» Role
As a Partnerships Associate, youāll expand Whatnotās presence in new categories by identifying and recruiting new sellers to join our community.
Go-to expert of your category
Become the go-to expert on your category, including seller/buyer dynamics, community channels, influencers, and product nuances
Become the face of Whatnot for the community of sellers and buyers that you represent
Seller outreach and onboarding
Source and reach out to sellers to convince them to join and grow their business on Whatnot. Leverage social media, outbound channels, and in-person events
Onboard groups of sellers teaching them them how to use the app
Relationship management
Build and maintain strong relationships with sellers and top strategic partners to support their growth and meet their needs
Collaborate with partners to develop business growth strategies and communicate product improvements and feedback
Marketing and growth
Spearhead diverse marketing initiatives, such as influencer partnerships/campaigns, to boost brand awareness and attract more buyers
Data analytics
Use basic data analytics skills (SQL) to derive insights from projects and enhance process efficiency
Utilize key data points to assess category growth, success, and areas for improvement, driving continuous iteration
š You
Curious about who thrives at Whatnot? Weāve found that low ego, a growth mindset, and leaning into action and high impact goes a long way here.
As our next Partnerships Associate, you should have:
2+ years of experience working in a fast-paced, client-facing role in high output environments, such as: Strategy Consulting, Private Equity, or partnerships at a fast-paced tech company
You are scrappy and flexible enough to work in an ambiguous environment with limited guidance
You are a problem solver with strong project management skills and the ability to fully own strategy and execution on both sides of an emerging marketplace
You have business acumen, are deeply analytical, and comfortable understanding and manipulating data to gain and take action on business insights
š Nice to Have
Experience at a high-growth startup, marketplace, or creator-focused platform
Proficiency in SQL
Passion for creator communities and/or expertise in existing Whatnot product categories (e.g. vintage clothing, collectibles).
Experience buying and selling in online marketplaces
š°Compensation
For Full-Time (Salary) UK-based applicants: Ā£70,000/year to Ā£80,000/year + benefits + stock options
The salary range may be inclusive of several levels that would be applicable to the position. Final salary will be based on a number of factors including, level, relevant prior experience, skills and expertise. This range is only inclusive of base salary, not benefits (more details below) or equity in the form of stock options.
š Benefits
Flexible Time off Policy and Company-wide Holidays (including a spring and winter break)
Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision
Work From Home Support
$1,000 home office setup allowance
$150 monthly allowance for cell phone and internet
Care benefits
$450 monthly allowance on food
$500 monthly allowance for wellness
$5,000 annual allowance towards Childcare
$20,000 lifetime benefit for family planning, such as adoption or fertility expenses
Retirement;
Pension Plan: 4% employee contribution, 4% employer contribution
Parental Leave
16 weeks of paid parental leave + one month gradual return to work *company leave allowances run concurrently with country leave requirements which take precedence
š EOE
Whatnot is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, parental status, disability status, or any other status protected by local law. We believe that our work is better and our company culture is improved when we encourage, support, and respect the different skills and experiences represented within our workforce.
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