Partner Account Manager – US Working Hours

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Partner Account Manager strengthening technology and audit partnerships for Cognisys, a cyber security, governance and compliance services provider. Coordinating GRC engagements and expanding customer accounts.

Responsibilities:

  • Build and develop trusted relationships with strategic technology partners, audit partners and key stakeholders
  • Act as the primary post-sales contact for partner-led GRC engagements
  • Coordinate communication between customers, Cognisys consultants, technology partners and external audit providers
  • Ensure customers receive a consistent, high-quality experience throughout their compliance journey
  • Support audit coordination, including introductions, project progression and certification activities
  • Identify opportunities to expand existing customer relationships through Cognisys' wider Cyber Security and GRC services
  • Deliver regular partner reviews and maintain strong engagement with strategic partners
  • Work closely with Sales, Marketing and Delivery teams to ensure successful customer outcomes
  • Maintain accurate CRM records, customer engagement updates and opportunity tracking
  • Support joint enablement sessions, webinars, marketing initiatives and partner events

Requirements:

  • 3+ years' experience in Partner Management, Customer Success, Account Management or Strategic Alliances
  • Experience working within Cyber Security, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Technology or SaaS
  • Strong stakeholder management skills across customers, partners and internal teams
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to coordinate multiple concurrent engagements
  • Commercial mindset with ability to identify account growth and expansion opportunities
  • Experience using CRM platforms for customer engagement, reporting and opportunity pipelines
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
  • Proactive, customer-focused approach with a passion for exceptional service
  • Experience with technology partners or strategic alliances is desirable
  • Experience with external audit partners is desirable
  • Experience with compliance or certification bodies is desirable
  • Experience with Cyber Security or GRC consultancies is desirable
  • Experience with compliance automation platforms is desirable
  • Experience with Customer Success or Partner Success programmes is desirable
  • Knowledge of ISO 27001, SOC 2, ISO 42001, Cyber Essentials or similar compliance frameworks is advantageous
  • Ability and attitude may be considered even if all listed criteria are not matched

Benefits:

  • 25 days annual leave per year plus 12 South African public holidays
  • 1 day of paid leave for your Birthday
  • Individual healthcare insurance plan
  • Access to an employee mental health and wellbeing platform
  • £2,000 annual training budget
  • Up to £2,000 per successful referral
  • 15% allowance for non-standard working hours