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Own and scale the Financial Sponsor (PE/VC) Partnerships channel, define regional strategy, manage a portfolio of high‑value sponsors, track pipeline and revenue KPIs, and mentor junior partnership managers.
8+ years in fintech/enterprise sales or consulting, 4+ years selling to or within the PE/VC ecosystem, deep payments‑industry knowledge, an established network of PE operating partners, and strong C‑suite communication and analytical skills.
The role institutionalizes payment optimization and embedded finance for sponsor portfolios, generating high‑velocity referrals and long‑term enterprise growth that fuels Adyen’s revenue and market expansion.
This is Adyen
Adyen provides payments, data, and financial products in a single solution for customers like Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft - making us the financial technology platform of choice. At Adyen, everything we do is engineered for ambition.
For our teams, we create an environment with opportunities for our people to succeed, backed by the culture and support to ensure they are enabled to truly own their careers. We are motivated individuals who tackle unique technical challenges at scale and solve them as a team. Together, we deliver innovative and ethical solutions that help businesses achieve their ambitions faster.
Senior Commercial Partnerships Manager, Private Equity and Venture Capital
We are looking for a Senior Commercial Partnerships Manager to own, scale, and lead our Financial Sponsor (PE/VC) Partnerships channel.
In this senior role, you will not only manage a portfolio of high-value PE/VC sponsors but will also be responsible for defining the regional sponsor strategy, building a repeatable playbook, and mentoring/guiding mid-level Commercial Partnership Managers on the team.
You will act as the principal liaison between top-tier global Private Equity firms, their portfolio companies (Portcos), and Adyen's executive leadership and commercial teams. Your goal is to institutionalize payment optimization and embedded finance as a core value-creation lever for our sponsor partners, driving high-velocity referrals and long-term enterprise growth.
Who You Are
Annual OTE ranges from $220,000-$295,000 inclusive of base salary and commercial bonus. This role has an additional equity component. This range is based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and geographic location; to learn more about our compensation philosophy, please click here.
This role is based in our San Francisco office (hybrid, 3 days per week in-office).
Our unique approach is a product of our diverse perspectives. This diversity of backgrounds and cultures is essential in helping us maintain our momentum. Our business and technical challenges are unique, and we need as many different voices as possible to join us in solving them - voices like yours. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome you to be your true self at Adyen.
Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Does this sound like you? If so, Adyen encourages you to reconsider and apply. We look forward to your application!
What’s next?
Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. Learn more about our hiring process here. Don’t be afraid to let us know if you need more flexibility.
Adyen is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
