Director of Corporate Partnership Development

Description

The Director of Corporate Partnership Development and Employer Success Manager will lead the design, growth, and execution of Westminster College’s Corporate Partnerships Program, expanding access to bachelor’s degree completion opportunities, or life long learning education for working adults while strengthening regional workforce development.

The statements below are intended to describe the principal duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities.

• Identify, cultivate, and secure partnerships with employers across healthcare, education, manufacturing, logistics, and public sector organizations
• Prospect and negotiate Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) that define partnership benefits, eligibility, and renewal terms
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employer partners, maintaining relationships with HR, Talent Acquisition, and Learning & Development leaders
• Represent Westminster College in regional workforce development initiatives, employer meetings, and community engagements
• Enrollment Growth & Employer Engagement
• Lead enrollment generation through employer-based strategies, including on-site Admissions Days, information sessions, and virtual events
• Develop and execute a targeted outreach strategy within the defined regional market (approximately 90-mile radius)
• Build and manage a pipeline of employer partners and prospective students, leveraging CRM tools and data analytics 

• Collaborate with Admissions, Financial Aid, Advising, Academic Affairs, and Marketing to ensure seamless onboarding and support for corporate partner students
• Support program delivery aligned with working adult needs, including structured course pacing and early-term success strategies
• Ensure employer-specific processes (e.g., admission workflows, transcript evaluation, onboarding) are efficient and student-centered

• Oversee development of employer-specific marketing materials, co-branded collateral, and communications campaigns
• Collaborate with internal marketing teams to promote partnership benefits and drive awareness among employee populations

• Track key metrics including partnership growth, inquiries, applications, enrollments, and student persistence
• Conduct regular partner reviews and use performance data to refine strategy and improve outcomes
• Contribute to program evaluation, expansion planning, and long-term sustainability efforts