Director, Strategic Broker Partnerships

AI at BambooHR

At BambooHR, we’re all about setting people free to do great work, and we believe AI is a powerful partner in that mission. We’re leaning into intelligent tools to streamline our workflows, giving us more time for high-impact innovation. We look for curious, forward-thinking people who are ready to explore how AI can elevate their work and help us reimagine the future of HR.

Essential Job Duties

At BambooHR, we’re building a modern partner ecosystem designed to accelerate growth, expand market reach, and create meaningful value for customers. We’re looking for a senior, strategic leader to own and scale our Broker Partnerships motion — transforming it into a durable, high-performing revenue channel.

This is not a maintenance role. We’re seeking a true builder: someone who understands the nuances of the broker landscape, can create and execute a long-term channel strategy, and knows how to turn relationships into repeatable revenue. You’ll lead both strategy and execution, partnering cross-functionally across Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations while building a scalable team and broker program from the ground up.

The ideal candidate brings deep HCM expertise, strong broker ecosystem experience, operational rigor, and the executive presence to influence both internally and externally at the highest levels.

You will:

Own & Scale the Broker Channel Strategy

• Define and execute the long-term vision and GTM strategy for BambooHR’s broker partnerships ecosystem
• Build and scale a high-impact broker channel that drives meaningful pipeline and revenue contribution
• Establish the operational framework, segmentation strategy, and partner engagement model needed for sustainable growth
• Own channel-sourced pipeline, revenue performance, forecasting accuracy, and overall channel health
• Develop KPIs, reporting frameworks, and executive-level business reviews to measure success and guide investment decisions
• Continuously evaluate market opportunities, broker trends, and competitive dynamics to evolve the strategy over time

Build Executive-Level Broker Relationships

• Identify, recruit, and onboard strategic broker firms and high-value partners across key markets
• Develop trusted relationships with executive stakeholders at top brokerages and consulting firms
• Position BambooHR as a preferred HCM partner within the broker ecosystem
• Drive long-term partner engagement, retention, and strategic alignment
• Negotiate and influence partnership structures that create mutual growth opportunities

Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team

• Build, lead, and scale a team responsible for partner acquisition, enablement, and growth
• Hire, coach, and develop high-performing channel and relationship leaders
• Create clear operating rhythms, accountability measures, and performance expectations tied to pipeline, productivity, and revenue outcomes
• Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, strategic thinking, and execution excellence

Drive Revenue Performance & Pipeline Growth

• Create a predictable, scalable partner-sourced pipeline engine
• Partner closely with Sales leadership to ensure strong conversion and alignment on broker-sourced opportunities
• Lead forecasting, pipeline inspection, and revenue planning for the broker channel
• Improve partner contribution to overall company revenue mix through strategic initiatives and operational discipline
• Ensure partners a