Strategic Partner Events Manager

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 100+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 5,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50,  Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $800  million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Summary

The Strategic Partner Events Manager will lead Deel’s event execution for our Strategic Partners. You’ll manage a diverse portfolio of global co-branded and partner-led events with partners such as AWS, Workday, SAP, and others. This role is critical to scaling Deel’s visibility and co-selling motion through efficient, high-impact partner activations.

You’ll work cross-functionally with partner marketing, field event marketing, and enterprise sales to amplify partner value, generate demand, and drive measurable outcomes through events.

Responsibilities

• Manage Deel’s presence at priority partner-led and co-hosted events, including AWS Summits, Workday Rising, SAP Sapphire, and smaller regional programs (dinners/roundtables/etc.).

• Collaborate with partner marketing, partner sales, enterprise sales campaigns, and the broader events team to develop integrated strategies that align with partner goals and Deel’s revenue objectives.

• Build events that go beyond brand - own event performance metrics, track results, and deliver reporting that demonstrates clear impact on pipeline and partner engagement.

• Oversee booth planning, staffing, speaking sessions, hosted experiences, and onsite activations that bring the Deel brand to life.

• Coordinate VIP dinners, executive roundtables, or co-hosted experiences with partners that target decision-makers and elevate Deel’s market position.

• Build repeatable frameworks for engaging in partner events that ensure consistency and high-impact execution across regions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in B2B event marketing, preferably with a focus on strategic partner or co-marketing events

• Proven success managing high-visibility programs with partners like AWS, Workday, SAP, or similar

• Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail

• Strong cross-functional collaborator who can influence without authority and build trust quickly

• Comfortable with data - able to measure impact and make strategic recommendations

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, balancing multiple events and priorities simultaneously.

• Proficiency in Salesforce, Hubspot,Looker, and Swoogo tools preferred

• Willingness to travel for event execution (30–40%)

• Prior experience working at a SaaS or HR tech company with a co-selling and referral ecosystem

• Familiarity with co-marketing or joint GTM motions with technology partners

• Understanding of global payroll or HR compliance landscapes

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visitingour careers page.
Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.
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