New Ventures Lead

A home is the biggest investment most people make, and yet, it doesn't come with a manual. That's why we're building the only app homeowners need to effortlessly manage their homes — knowing what to do, when to do it, and who to hire. With Thumbtack, millions of people care for what matters most, and pros earn billions of dollars through our platform. And as one of the fastest-growing companies in a $600B+ industry — we must be doing something right. We are driven by a common goal and the deep satisfaction that comes from knowing our work supports local economies, helps small businesses grow, and brings homeowners peace of mind. We're seeking people who continually put our purpose first: advocating for pros and customers, embracing change, and choosing teamwork every day. At Thumbtack, we're creating a new era of home care. If making an impact and the chance to do good inspires you, join us. Imagine what we'll build together. **Thumbtack by the Numbers** - Available nationwide in every U.S. county - Over 85 million projects started on Thumbtack - More than 11 million 5-star reviews and counting - Pros earn billions on our platform - 1000+ employees - $3.2 billion valuation (June, 2021) **About the New Ventures & Business Development Teams**: The Business Development team is focused on expanding the growth of our business by developing and growing partnerships throughout our marketplace. Within Business Development, our New Ventures team is responsible for seeding and incubating new "bets" that will drive the future growth of Thumbtack. The New Ventures team works closely with different cross functional partners in business development, product, sales, success, marketing, etc. to stand up and deploy new bets and capabilities. **About the Role**: The Manager of New Ventures and Partnerships reports to the Head of New Ventures in the Business Development organization. This individual contributes to the New Ventures team in two key ways. First, they will independently manage a new vertical strategy. They will lead a team of cross-functional partners to ensure that the joint goals and objectives of the company and its partners are met and exceeded. Second, they will support the Head of New Ventures to drive major strategic partnerships forward, from strategy to execution. **Your Responsibilities**: - For your select vertical, independently 'GM' the strategy and execution of new vertical partnerships, including developing OKRs and KPIs to measure our success in the work you lead - Develop and execute data-informed product and GTM strategies in your vertical. - Lead a cross-functional 'pod' to develop, test, and refine pilot programs to prove your vertical strategies and inform the future of your vertical. - Partner with partners and Thumbtack product and engineering teams to inform near and long-term product roadmap to widen the aperture of addressable verticals - For major strategic partnerships, support the Head of New Ventures and Partnerships in driving partnerships forward, from strategy to execution - Travel to internal company meetings, partners, and conferences required throughout the year; approximately 10 - 20% of your working time. **What you'll need**: - If you don't think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box, and we're looking for someone excited to join the team._ - 5+ years in business development, business strategy and operations, partnerships in a startup, high-growth tech company, or management consulting environment - Comfort being at the intersection of product and go-to-market strategy, operations, business development, and technology - Ability to autonomously design, create, and deliver results and presentations for senior and executive leadership with mínimal supervision - Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external and cross functional partners - Strong command of the following technologies: Google Suite (Sheets, Gmail, Slides, Process visualization tools, Project Management technologies (e.g., Asana), Slack, Zoom **Bonus points if you have**: - Experience designing products for and/ or selling into the real estate industry, including brokers, agents, lenders, and others in the ecosystem (e.g., Proptech, MLS) - Experience working for a company offering services through an online Marketplace - Understanding of API and technology tools - Comfort working in a highly entrepreneurial environment and building new processes from the ground up, being okay with the unpredictable Thumbtack is a virtual-first company, meaning you can live and work from any one of our approved locations across the United States, Canada or the Philippines. Learn more about our virtual-first working model here LI-Remote **Benefits & Perks** - Virtual-first working model coupled with in-person events - 20 company-wide holidays including a week-long end-of-year company shutdown - Library (optional use collabora