Senior Director

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers –– and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!

Who we are

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers – and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!

What you’ll do:

The region represents a high growth opportunity for TTD and the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving business growth by securing and scaling strategic data partnerships, particularly with leading ANZ Retailers and non-traditional data providers (Telco, Broadcasters, FinTech)

You will design and execute a growth strategy that drives data adoption and delivers outcomes for leading brands and agencies by partnering closely with commercial leadership and cross functional teams.

This role reports to the GM, Data Partnerships APAC and is based in our Sydney office

• Lead a high-performing team focused on data solutions and partnerships
• Identify, pursue and close partnership opportunities and build C-Suite level relationships with strategic partners
• Represent Data Partnerships as a core part of the ANZ leadership team and partner with commercial teams to evangelize, educate and grow the use of partner offerings
• Provide strategic leadership to drive adoption of TTD’s data marketplace offerings, across retail, audience, identity and measurement solutions
• Facilitate communication internally and externally related to partnerships (requests, strategies, roadmaps, operational requirements, etc.)
• Drive optimal relationship structure for partnerships in alignment with Product, Legal, Finance, and cross functional stakeholders 
• Maintain regular communications with internal and external stakeholders on partnership status and growth opportunities
• Participate in P.R opportunities and represent TTD at industry events
• Manage relationships with key industry bodies on data related priorities e.g. IAB Australia

Who you are:

• Min 10 years in commercial data, programmatic or media industries
• Track record of building and leading high-performing teams
• Experience securing partnerships and scaling new businesses
• Digital media expertise required; Familiarity with the adtech landscape, Retailers/RMN’s highly preferred
• Demonstrated success in driving growth in Australia & New Zealand
• Influence individuals at the executive level and drive strategic business transformations
• A well-respected thought leader within the industry, able to command the stage at Industry events and author original content for relevant publications
• Adept at both developing strategies and operating day-to-day within cross-functional teams
• Manage initiatives in complex matrixed environments and make actionable decisions in the absence of perfect information
• Experience with contracts and vendor negotiations
• Comfort with fast-paced, dynamic working environment with shifting priorities 
• Exhibit high emotional intelligence and integrity and build deep consultative partnerships with your business stakeholders
• Ability to build excellent rapport with internal (Legal, Technical, Finance, Product) and external stakeholders; strong teamwork is critical
• Track record of helping direct reports grow their capabilities, responsibilities and careers

The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.