Founding Partnerships & Business Development Lead for Consumer / Beauty Startup

Piers Laine is a tech-enabled nail care company modernizing the nail care industry. The Founding Partnerships & Business Development Lead will develop partnerships across luxury residential buildings and corporate offices, while exploring new verticals such as eldercare centers and universities. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the sales and partnerships engine of a fast-growing company.

Responsibilities:

• Drive new partnerships with luxury residential buildings, corporate offices, eldercare centers, universities, airport lounges, and more
• Develop creative partnership ideas such as resident events and corporate wellness activations
• Build relationships with property managers, HR teams, and brand partners
• Pitch customized partnership proposals and close new deals
• Own the full sales process, from initial outreach through close
• Maintain a detailed and organized pipeline of prospective and existing leads
• Nurture existing client relationships and identify opportunities for repeat or expanded business

Requirements:

• Experience in partnerships, business development, or B2B sales
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Comfort pitching ideas and presenting proposals
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple opportunities at once
• Self-starter mindset with a proactive approach to outreach
• Experience in beauty, wellness, hospitality, events, or real estate
• Existing relationships with property managers, HR teams, or brand partners