Director of Partnerships - Full Time

Full-time | Remote (South Florida, USA Preferred)

We are seeking a Director of Partnerships to lead our strategic partnership development initiatives aimed at growing our exclusive membership base of high quality, UHNW Individuals and top-tier organizations. The ideal candidate is both a growth-focused generalist and a hands-on leader with the ability to engage with the world’s most influential clients and organizations. You will drive BX’s growth through high-level relationship building, partnership development with hands-on in execution.

This is a Senior, Hands-On Role please review Key Requirements & Responsibilities in full prior to applying. Applications where key requirements are not met will be automatically rejected by our system.

Outcomes/Deliverables

At BX, we focus on _outcomes and deliverables_ —not just roles and responsibilities. This means we hire for measurable impact: what you’ll achieve, create, and drive forward. It’s how we ensure every team member is a key part of our growth.

_2025:_

1. Launched Partnerships for Private Jet Xperiences

• Secured 2 pending partnerships with business, luxury, and hospitality organizations from BX’s existing pipeline for 2026 Jet Xperiences.
• Secured 4 partnerships using a combination of existing and newly added pipeline leads for 2027 Jet Xperiences.
• Created partnership proposals in collaboration with the Xpedition team.
• Created, negotiated, and finalized all partner agreements, ensuring favorable terms that drove long-term value for BX.

2. Tracked & Reported on Growth Performance

• Owned and maintained the BX Partner CRM to ensure accurate tracking of partnership interactions, deal stages, and pipeline health.
• Reported weekly to leadership on partnership progress using metrics such as deal velocity, partner engagement, and activation timelines.
• Defined and monitored success metrics for partnerships including strategic alignment, ecosystem contribution, and timeline adherence.
• Used data-driven insights to refine outreach cadence, deal structure, and partner prioritization strategies.

_2026+_

1. Launched Partnerships for Future Private Jet Xperiences

• Secured new partnerships for 2028+ Jet Xperiences through a mix of existing pipeline and outbound development.
• Created tailored proposals with the Xpedition team for each partner.
• Finalized all agreements with terms aligned to BX’s strategic goals.

2. Unlocked Value-Add Partnerships

• Secured partners who contributed directly to growing BX’s membership base.
• Opened new revenue channels (e.g. brand sponsorships and co-marketing activations).
• Secured partners who provided “money-can’t-buy” access to VIP experiences, private events, and unique privileges.
• Secured all on-trip amenity partnerships across the portfolio.

3. Added Value to the Bucketlist Xperiences Membership

• Launched new initiatives with partners that created additional value for members beyond the Jet Xperience itself.
• Developed and activated partnerships offering members exclusive VIP benefits and one-of-a-kind access.
• Maintained and strengthened existing luxury brand relationships to ensure consistent long-term value.

4. Measured & Reported Growth Performance

• Continuously tracked active partnerships and pipeline growth through BX’s CRM and internal systems.
• Delivered structured reporting to BX leadership on partnership ROI, ecosystem impact, and goal alignment.
• Used insights to prioritize high-impact partners, identify opportunities for renewal or expansion, and guide strategic decisions.
• Iterated on partnership strategy based on performance feedback, activation effectiveness, and engagement levels.

Key Competencies

• 3+ Years of Relevant Experience: Successful track record in business development, partnerships, or sales—ideally within luxury, hospitality, or lifestyle sectors.
• Proven High-Level Partnership Success: Demonstrated ability to create, nurture, and grow strategic relationships with UHNWI organizations, luxury brands, and private client networks—translating influence into long-term value.
• Deal-Making & Negotiation Expertise: Skilled in structuring and finalizing complex agreements that deliver long-term brand and business value.
• Communication & Presentation Strength: Confident communicator, capable of engaging C-level stakeholders and elite audiences with clarity and gravitas.
• Global Awareness & Travel Experience: Exceptionally well-traveled and culturally fluent; comfortable operating across diverse international markets.
• High Agency & Execution Mindset: Self-directed, outcome-driven, and able to own complex partnership pipelines from ideation to activation without hand-holding.

Desirable Capabilities

• Experience working with luxury travel or private aviation services.
• Established network of contacts within the UHNWI, luxury travel, or private client sectors.
• Multilingual proficiency is a plus.
• Located in South Florida preferred, but not required.

Compensation

• Access to exclusive once-in-a-lifetime Jet Xpeditions alongside our members.
• Competitive salary and commission package in the highest percentile of the industry.
• Performance-based bonus structure.
• Equity opportunity available.
• Highly flexible work environment.
• Opportunity to work globally and engage with world-renowned luxury brands and individuals.
• Access to BX Travel Benefits

_Equal Opportunities Employer:_

_At Bucketlist Xperiences, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our suppliers, and our global community. Bucketlist Xperiences is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees._