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Head of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, EMEA

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Waymo

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need 10+ years of experience in business development, 6+ in tech/mobility, plus leadership experience, partnership negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of the autonomous vehicle sector.
  • You will develop partnership strategies, negotiate local agreements, influence regulations, collaborate across teams, and represent local interests to ensure successful go-to-market initiatives.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of work experience, including 6+ years in business development or strategic partnerships in the technology, transportation and/or mobility sector
  • Experience structuring and negotiating strategic partnership agreements
  • 2+ years of direct people management experience
  • Experience leading and influencing a cross-functional team, particularly a team that includes policy, operations, product, marketing and finance stakeholders
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
  • Deep understanding of the autonomous vehicle, ride hailing or broader mobility industries
  • Experience working with business and government stakeholders in multiple countries across EMEA
  • Experience bringing new technology to market
  • Travel will be required, around 40% of time

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute on a strategic partnerships strategy and plan to ensure successful go-to-market
  • Identify, create, negotiate and implement local strategic partnerships across the AV partnerships ecosystem, including operations and fleet partners, city and transit organizations, airports and other partners that support go-to-market, education/awareness and growth
  • Work closely with Waymo Policy & Government Affairs and Legal teams to help influence national and local regulatory frameworks to enable testing and commercial deployment
  • Collaborate with teams across time zones to define strategy, solve complex problems, execute business initiatives, create work plans, lead analyses, develop and communicate final recommendations to move partnerships forward and ensure their ongoing success
  • Coordinate closely with partnerships efforts managed centrally and serve as a key voice representing local partnership interests, trends, and nuances

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Head of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, EMEA at Waymo?

The primary responsibility is to develop and execute a strategic partnerships strategy and plan to ensure successful go-to-market for Waymo's autonomous driving technology.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have 10+ years of work experience, including 6+ years in business development or strategic partnerships in the technology, transportation, and/or mobility sector, along with experience structuring and negotiating agreements.

How many years of people management experience is necessary for this role?

A minimum of 2 years of direct people management experience is required.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, travel will be required approximately 40% of the time.

What academic background is preferred for candidates?

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience is preferred.

What industries should candidates have a deep understanding of?

Candidates should have a deep understanding of the autonomous vehicle, ride-hailing, or broader mobility industries.

Will the Head of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships collaborate with other teams?

Yes, the role involves collaboration with teams across time zones, including policy, operations, product, marketing, and finance stakeholders.

How does Waymo expect to influence regulatory frameworks?

The role involves working closely with Waymo's Policy & Government Affairs and Legal teams to help influence national and local regulatory frameworks.

What is the expected salary range for this position?

The expected base salary range is £158,000–£171,000 GBP.

Are employees eligible for bonuses and other benefits?

Yes, Waymo employees are eligible to participate in the discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and a generous benefits program, subject to eligibility.

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company creating a new way forward in mobility.

Technology
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with a mission to make it safe and easy for people and things to move around. With the Waymo Driver, we can improve the world’s mobility while saving thousands of lives. Waymo reaches out to candidates from official channels only (e.g. directly from @waymo.com email addresses, or through our recruiters or sourcers who are noted as such on LinkedIn). We do not contact candidates about career opportunities through instant messaging apps like Telegram, email addresses from domains other than waymo.com (such as Gmail addresses), direct messages on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or text messages. Visit waymo.com to check out our official job listings.

Culture & Values

  • Our customers are at the heart of everything we do

    We put our customers’ needs first in the products and experiences we create, so that we can help transform their lives.

  • Safety is our foundation

    We follow rigorous engineering development and test practices, analyzing and applying industry safety standards where appropriate, and continuously improving existing and developing new safety methods.

  • We pioneer

    We challenge conventions and past assumptions to create a future where the Waymo Driver transforms global mobility.

  • Act with thoughtful urgency

    We set and land ambitious plans without compromising safety and make the best decisions based on the information available, valuing critical thinking and collaboration.

  • Respect each other

    We act with humility and treat others with respect regardless of tenure or title, and we assume positive intent of our colleagues to bring forth ideas and act in Waymo’s best interests.

  • Be responsible owners

    We use company resources thoughtfully, are mindful of sustainability, and make decisions that are in the best interest of Waymo.

  • We’re stronger together

    We recognize that no one can solve the challenges we tackle on their own, so we’re building an inclusive culture where all Waymonauts collaborate and feel valued and engaged.

  • Optionality creates opportunities

    Keeping our options open is inherently valuable, so we approach our work with an open mind and make the best decisions at the right time – not too soon, not too late.

  • Always be learning

    We stay undaunted, curious, and open-minded to reflect and learn from both our successes and failures, and we adapt quickly to new data and information.

  • Celebrate progress

    We recognize that every step matters, so we pause to mark major milestones and celebrate the pioneering achievements that move us forward.

Benefits

  • Competitive total rewards

    We offer generous medical, dental and vision benefits. We also offer competitive base pay and equity packages

  • Compelling Challenges

    We work on cutting-edge technology in a fast-moving and mission-driven environment. our passionate workforce and mission is dedicated to brining our autonomous driving technology to the world