Strategic Agency Manager

About the Role

Google’s suite of products and services is constantly evolving, offering exciting opportunities for strategic partnership growth. The Partnerships Development team plays a vital role in identifying and expanding new collaborations with Google’s industry partners. This position involves leveraging strong commercial insight and deep product knowledge to engage partners and enable them to grow using Google’s latest offerings, including YouTube, Google TV, and Commerce platforms.

The Global Partnerships team drives new opportunities by working closely with various partners, supporting Google’s product teams to enhance user experiences across advertising, Search, Assistant, Maps, Travel, Shopping, Payments, and more. This role focuses on creating product-aligned partnerships, devising go-to-market strategies, and fostering business expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with agencies to deepen relationships, broaden the customer and agency network, and optimize advertising investments.
• Consistently meet strategic objectives for both new and established business, ensuring an excellent experience for Google’s managed agency partners.
• Develop data-driven, long-term agency strategies using market insights and research, aligning agency planning with internal cross-functional teams.
• Serve as a trusted advisory partner for leadership from C/B levels down to media planners and buyers, guiding strategic initiatives and agency-level planning.
• Analyze performance data and trends to formulate robust business plans and deliver compelling strategic presentations and pitches.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent practical experience.
• At least 4 years in business development, partnerships, management consulting, or investment banking.
• Experience in sectors such as Consumer Electronics, Automotive, OEMs, Telecom, E-Commerce/Retail, Apps, Advertising, Gaming, or Technology industries.
• A history of engaging with C-level executives and collaborating across various management levels.
• Proven background in handling agreements or partnerships effectively.

Preferred qualifications:

• A minimum of 6 years’ experience in business development, marketing, or consultative sales.
• Background in advertising sales, digital marketing, consulting, brand marketing, or media agency environments.
• Demonstrated ability to enhance business relationships and forge new opportunities.
• Capability to strategically address complex challenges and develop actionable plans.
• Multi-project management skills involving diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Established networks within performance or traditional media agencies.

Additional Information

Applicants will have the option to select their preferred work location from Mumbai, Bengaluru, or Gurugram.

Google values equal employment opportunities and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request.