Partnerships Manager

Brand Partnerships & Business Development Manager

Full-time | On-site | Colaba, Mumbai

About Totalis

Totalis is a media company and creative agency at the intersection of original content and brand building. We produce compelling IPs, develop talent-led projects, and partner with brands to create work that captivates audiences and drives meaningful engagement. As a newly founded company, were building something from the ground upand we need someone who thrives in that environment.

The Role

Were looking for a Brand Partnerships & Business Development Manager who can do two things exceptionally well: forge strategic partnerships for our original content and IPs, while simultaneously driving new business for our agency services. Youll be the bridge between our creative capabilities and the brands, media companies, and partners who can help us grow.

This role requires equal parts relationship builder, dealmaker, and strategic thinkersomeone who can spot opportunities, craft compelling pitches, and close deals that move the business forward.

What Youll Do

Partnerships (Original Content & IPs)

• Source, evaluate, and secure brand and media partnerships that elevate our original IPs and talent-led projects
• Design creative partnership frameworks that create value for both Totalis and our collaborators
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  Lead negotiations and manage contracts to ensure mutually beneficial, long-term relationships
• Work closely with content, video, and strategy teams to seamlessly integrate partnerships into productions and campaigns
• Nurture existing partnerships, identifying opportunities for expansion and deeper collaboration

Business Development (Agency Services)

• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities for Totalis creative agency services
• Develop and execute outreach strategies to connect with prospective clients across industries
• Create compelling proposals and pitch presentations that showcase our capabilities and differentiate our offering
• Build a robust pipeline of leads and manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close
• Represent Totalis at industry events, building our reputation and expanding our network

Strategic & Operational

• Stay ahead of trends in media, brands, culture, and advertising to identify emerging opportunities
• Maintain organized databases of partners, prospects, and pipeline activity
• Track and report on partnership performance, business development metrics, and revenue KPIs
• Contribute to pricing strategy, service packaging, and go-to-market positioning for agency offerings

What You Bring

• Proven experience

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  in brand partnerships, business development, or salesideally within media, entertainment, advertising, or creative agencies
• Strong negotiation and dealmaking skillswith a track record of structuring successful collaborations and closing new business
• Exceptional communication abilitiesyou can build rapport quickly, tell compelling stories, and influence decision-makers
• Deep industry knowledgeof the brand, media, content, and advertising landscape; you know whats happening and whats next
• Entrepreneurial mindsetcomfortable with ambiguity, resourceful, and driven to build something from scratch
• Highly organizedwith the ability to manage multiple deals, relationships, and priorities simultaneously
• Strategic yet hands-onyou can see the big picture but arent afraid to roll up your sleeves
• Bachelors degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field preferred

Why Totalis

Youll be joining at the ground floor of a company thats building something new in the Indian media landscape. Youll have the autonomy to shape how we approach partnerships and business development, work directly with founders, and see the immediate impact of your work. If you thrive on building relationships, closing deals, and being part of something from the beginning, this is for you.

How to Apply

Send your resume and a brief cover letter to[HIDDEN TEXT]. Tell us about your most successful partnership or deal, and why youre excited about this role. We want to hear about results youve driven and relationships youve built.