Partnerships Associate, Runna
$58-65k
+ Equity in the form of Runna stock options
2+ days a week in office (Harvard Square, Boston)
Tailored running training plans
Be an early applicant
Tailored running training plans
101-200 employees
Be an early applicant
$58-65k
+ Equity in the form of Runna stock options
2+ days a week in office (Harvard Square, Boston)
101-200 employees
Company mission
To make running training effective, enjoyable and easy for everyone.
Role
Who you are
- We’re looking for an exceptional, proactive, passionate and driven individual who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and help us build new partnerships with brands, race providers and more to grow our presence in the United States
- This role is ideal for someone passionate about building relationships, analyzing data, and driving results in a fast-paced environment
- If you’re at the start of your career, hungry to get stuck in, or have a proven track record building relationships and delivering an exceptional standard with partners, we want to hear from you!
- The Partnerships Associate is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is entry-level and interested in partnerships, as well as events and ambassadors
- A degree isn’t required for this role, but if you don’t have a degree, we do want to see some experience for this role such as personal projects, internships, or other work experience
- You have either just graduated with a strong passion to build your career within a partnerships team (bonus points if you’ve worked in the fitness industry!). Proven ability to build strong, meaningful relationships with our partners and internal stakeholders
- You’re a “doer”; not just a “thinker”. You’re hands-on and want to roll up your sleeves / get stuck in (you have a real ‘go get it’ attitude)
- You’re organized, efficient and can execute at pace. You can manage lots of spinning plates and prioritize effectively
- You care about the small things and have high attention to detail
- You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- You’re a fast learner, see feedback as a gift and constantly think about how you can improve
- You’re fun, personable and love running!
- You’re Boston-based (or able to work in person 2+ days per week)
What the job involves
- This position will sit within the US Partnerships team, and will support and contribute to maintaining and building out Runna’s existing partnership offering as well as securing new opportunities
- This includes brands, race providers and registration platforms
- You will have a strong focus on partners — ensuring they LOVE working with Runna and that our channel is driving amazing results
- Maintaining and developing Runna’s existing partnership offering (50%):
- Working closely with Rav (US Partnerships Lead) to nurture existing partners, in turn ensuring our users receive the best experience possible. This will include working alongside existing partners to improve and/or create new strategies for races, events and runner engagement – in the build-up and execution
- Collaborating cross-functionally with internal teams such as product, marketing, content to to align partnership initiatives with marketing campaigns, product launches
- Identifying and securing new partnership opportunities (40%):
- Work with the US Partnerships team to identify and discover new exciting opportunities in the US that align with our strategic goals. The process spans from sourcing all the way through to implementation and integration (where relevant) and owning the partnership end to end
- Helping the wider Runna team (10%):
- As noted, we are still a small team so from time to time, you will be required to get involved and contribute to other areas of the business. This includes supporting Lou (US GM) and the events and ambassador teams to host flagship brand activations (e.g. NYC Marathon weekend), collaborating with ambassadors and occasionally working with product teams to help develop new features in the app
- It offers the chance to learn how partnerships contribute to the growth of a company as well as enhancing the overall offering
- The role will provide you with the knowledge and skillset which will enable your career to evolve in multiple directions across the business side of our organization
- As one of the first roles in the US, it holds potential to grow in any number of different directions
Application process
- Closing Date: Tuesday 21st January
- Kick off! (Please apply now via Workable)
- Introductory chat with Katie, Head of Partnerships (25-minute video call)
- Take Home Task (~60 minutes)
- Interview with Rav, US Partnerships Lead and Tom, Partnership Manager (60 minutes video call)
- Office visit (in-person chat ~90 mins) 2 x 30 min chats with Lou (US GM) and Rav (US Partnerships Lead) and then meet the rest of the Boston team + a 15 minute call with Katie (Head of Partnerships)
Our take
As a way to keep fit, running has shot up in popularity in recent years, partially due to accessibility, especially during the pandemic. But for those who want to take running to the next level – whether that be a 5K or a marathon – it can be difficult to know where to start in terms of a training plan. Runna supplies an app with personalised training plans for all types of runs, to help people achieve their running and fitness goals.
Runna was founded in 2020 by running enthusiasts for running enthusiasts, in response to the lack of tools – save paying a professional trainer – available to help runners train. Although there is a wealth of day-to-day running apps available, where Runna stands out is in providing training plans for specific races, which can be distinguished by distance and goal time. In addition, it does this whilst maintaining a sense of community, which has proven to be a popular feature amongst other running apps, and still caters to a range of experience levels.
Runna has since consistent subscriber growth since its launch, serving thousands of users globally. The company plans to build and scale into the future, reach more customers, and expand its team.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Nov 2023
$6.2m
SEED
Dec 2022
$2.4m
SEED
Total funding: $9.4m
Company benefits
- Own a part of Runna: We want you to own a part of the company you're building. Everyone who joins Runna receives a generous stock options package
- Grow with us: As one of our early hires, you'll have a unique opportunity to shape and influence Runna's product and culture from the beginning
- Learn and develop: We work with all of the latest tools and technologies so you can learn at the cutting edge of product development
- Team socials: We're a friendly bunch and like to make work-like fun, whether that's lunches and dinners or our bi-weekly team run
- Paid vacation: We want people to take time off to rest and rejuvenate. Runna offers 25 vacation days + bank holidays
- Tools: You'll receive all new equipment including a laptop, running watch of your choice, and anything else you need to do your best work
- Get paid to Run(na): We have a dedicated hour block each week where you'll get paid to run! Whether you want to build up to your first 5k or do that tough intervals sessions it's up to you!
- Enhanced family care: 3 months fully paid when you welcome a new Runna into the family, as well as fertility support & a host of other benefits
Company values
- Go above and beyond for our Runnas
- Go above and beyond for our team
- Go above and beyond for ourselves
Company HQ
Vauxhall, London, UK
Leadership
Dom Maskell
(Co-Founder and CEO)Previously an Officer Cadet at the RAF and worked both as a Business Analyst and later Product Manager at McKinsey & Company.
Ben Parker
(Co-Founder & Head Coach)Former Personal Trainer and Running Coach. Owned Ben Parker Fitness. Previously a Spin & Pilates Class instructor at Roehampton Club, and Activities Manager at Mark Warner.
Walter Holohan
(CTO)Initially joined Runna as a Technical Lead before being promoted to CTO. Prior to Runna, they were a React Native Developer at 11:FS, a Full Stack Engineer at Nationwide Building Society and a Director at Spartn.
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