At Apple, we focus deeply on our customers' experience. Apple Ads brings this same approach to advertising, helping people find exactly what they're looking for and helping advertisers grow their businesses. Our technology powers ads and sponsorships across Apple Services, including the App Store, Apple News, and MLS Season Pass. Everything we do is designed for trust, connection, and impact: We respect user privacy, integrate advertising thoughtfully into the experience, and deliver value for advertisers of all sizes-from small app developers to big, global brands. Because when advertising is done right, it benefits everyone.
We are seeking a strategic, highly-motivated, and results-driven Business Development lead to join our Channel Partnerships team. As an individual contributor, you will be responsible for identifying, developing, negotiating and executing partnership strategies that directly impact the operation and revenue of our Apple Ads business. You will represent Apple's values and commitment to privacy, ensuring that all partnerships align with our core principles. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team and contribute meaningfully to the continued growth of Apple Ads.

Description:

You will identify potential partners that match the Apple Ads channel partner strategy, working with cross functional teams to negotiate the commercial terms of the partnership.

You will be responsible for the ongoing management, support, and growth of our channel partners.

You will seek new opportunities for Apple to explore in the digital advertising industry that stay true to Apple's principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong self-starter who is able to work independently to develop new business opportunities

Inventive, creative and solution oriented in ambiguous situations

Committed to results, confident, high-energy and focused with a strong desire to learn and succeed

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Excellent verbal & written skills

Minimum Qualifications:

8+ years of commercial deal development, channel partner strategy, management and execution experience in digital advertising

A deep understanding of the digital advertising industry, its trends, and the various companies in the ecosystem

The ability to vet business opportunities and build management strategy

Extensive prior experience at creative problem solving through partnership

Experience with privacy focused technology ad solutions

Exposure to international deal development involving regional nuance

Bachelor's degree or equivalent education

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

Pay & Benefits:

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $117,400 and $221,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

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