Manager, Content Partnerships

Company: Cision
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.

Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we'll create the conversations of tomorrow.

Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you.
Job Summary
Reporting to Director, Content Partnerships, this position is responsible for managing partner
onboarding and integration processes, monitoring compliance, and working with cross-functional teams
to streamline operations, all while maintaining a sharp focus on delivering mutual value to Cision's
content partners, customers and commercial teams. This is a high-visibility role within a small but
impactful global team of content specialists and will be deeply involved in both strategic initiatives and
tactical execution of projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Operational Management of Content Partnerships
o Manage day-to-day operations related to Cision's global content partnerships,
ensuring partners meet contractual obligations and service-level expectations.
o Maintain and improve internal systems, processes, and tools to support the
efficient management of content agreements, ensuring full visibility and
compliance.
o Act as the primary point of contact for content providers, handling inquiries,
operational issues, and escalations with speed and precision.
* Content Integration and Process Optimization
o Lead the operational aspects of content integration projects, working closely
with product and data teams to ensure timely and seamless implementation.
o Continuously assess and refine internal workflows to improve efficiency and
reduce friction in the content acquisition and management process.
o Support ongoing system enhancements to better manage large volumes of
content and complex partnership requirements.
* Stakeholder Collaboration and Reporting
o Collaborate with sales, product, and customer-facing teams to identify and
prioritize new content sources that enhance Cision's offering.
o Provide internal teams with clear documentation, reporting, and insights on the
status and performance of content partnerships.
o Assist with preparation of internal reporting on compliance and content
performance, using data from systems such as Salesforce.
* Contract Management and Compliance
o Support contract negotiation and ensure ongoing compliance with legal and
regulatory requirements across global markets.
o Maintain accurate records and documentation of all partnership agreements,
ensuring that obligations and timelines are met.
o Proactively monitor and manage partner compliance, taking corrective actions
where necessary.
Minimum Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in related areas.
* Minimum of five years of experience in content partnership area.
* Operational Expertise: Strong experience in managing operational processes and
working with internal systems to ensure seamless execution of partnership agreements.
* Content Integration Experience: Familiarity with media content workflows, data
integration, and managing multi-stakeholder implementation projects.
* Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
simultaneously, with excellent organizational skills.
* Analytical and Detail-Oriented: Capable of analyzing complex data, contracts, and
workflows with a meticulous eye for detail.
* Technical Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel, with
experience in Salesforce and database management a plus.
* Problem-Solving: Takes ownership of operational challenges, resolving issues proactively
and finding practical, scalable solutions.
* Collaboration: Works effectively across departments and geographies, fostering strong
relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Results-Oriented: Driven to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality outputs with a focus
on continuous improvement.
* Adaptability and Resilience: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with
shifting priorities, always maintaining a hands-on approach.
Physical Requirements
* Job requires employees to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave
the work area.

As a global leader in PR, marketing and social media management technology and intelligence, Cision helps brands and organizations to identify, connect and engage with customers and stakeholders to drive business results.PR Newswire, a network of over 1.1 billion influencers, in-depth monitoring, analytics and itsBrandwatchandFalcon.iosocial media platforms headline a premier suite of solutions. Cision has offices in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA and APAC. For more information about Cision's award-winning solutions, including its next-gen Cision Communications Cloud, visitwww.cision.comand follow @Cision on Twitter.

Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing theCEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledgeand named a "Top Diversity Employer" for 2021 byDiversityJobs.com.

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