Associate, Partner Experience

About Us

Blue Meridian Partners is a pioneering philanthropic model for finding and funding scalable solutions to the problems that limit economic mobility and trap America’s young people and families in poverty.

We know solutions exist, but even the most promising strategies cannot reach far enough, fast enough without significant, long-term investment. We bring an innovative investor mindset backed by a decades-long track record to the pursuit of upward economic mobility for individuals and communities. By pooling resources, our Partners can unlock substantial philanthropic capital and invest effectively and efficiently.

Anchored by our tested and continuously improving, performance-based investing approach, Blue Meridian makes strategic, long-term investments across multiple portfolios aimed at boosting economic mobility from cradle to career. We support nationwide and place-based strategies to amplify impact across the country and within specific communities. We identify visionary social sector leaders who address key drivers of poverty and invest the flexible, upfront capital they need to dream bigger and exponentially expand their reach, influence, and impact. 

We are constantly learning, exploring, and seeking out new collaborations in relentless pursuit of creating lasting impact at scale that can change the life trajectories of millions of young people and families in America. Blue Meridian is staffed by an experienced team of results-focused leaders, and we welcome other mission-driven champions to join us. 

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Position Profile

The Associate, Partner Experience, will support Blue Meridian Partners' Partner engagement strategies. This role will provide critical project management support across Partner-facing workstreams while serving as a key liaison between Investor Relations and internal teams.

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Primary Responsibilities

Career Path Classification

IC1

Position Type

Exempt

Position Location

New York City. Hybrid working arrangement allowed.

Primary Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide project management support for Partner-facing workstreams, including Partner meetings and other engagement channels
• Support the development and execution of Partner-facing communications
• Manage logistical and operational details related to Partner meetings
• Support with producing Partner-facing materials including drafting and editing presentations, correspondence, reports, and other engagement materials
• Serve as a point of contact and support between Investor Relations and internal teams as needed, ensuring all key stakeholders stay informed and coordinated
• Track and manage project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder coordination across Investor Relations workstreams, with a primary focus on Partner meetings
• Maintain documentation and systems related to Partner communications and engagement activities
• Support other Partner experience initiatives as needed

Qualifications

Required

• Aligned with Blue Meridian’s mission and core values.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in relationship management, client services, or operations and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Experience developing professional communications materials
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable documentation
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional and genial demeanor, and the ability to work with people with different backgrounds and experiences
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use AI tools and technologies to enhance productivity and work quality. This includes experience with AI tools for tasks such as research, content generation, data analysis, problem-solving, or workflow automation.
• Demonstrated understanding of AI capabilities and limitations, including the ability to critically evaluate AI-generated outputs, apply appropriate judgment when using AI assistance, and integrate AI tools effectively within their work processes.
• Proactive problem-solver with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Working knowledge of Salesforce, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to learn new software quickly

Preferred

• Experience working in philanthropy, nonprofits and/or strategy consulting desirable
• Background in investor relations, partner management, or client services
• Perspective from direct experience living or working in communities with significant low income or otherwise disenfranchised peoples preferred
• Experience with process improvement methodologies
• Advanced proficiency with Salesforce and project management platforms

At Blue Meridian, we value building a diverse, inclusive workplace. Even if your experience does not fully align with our preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

Hiring Salary

Blue Meridian Partners aims to provide a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

The hiring salary for this position is $102,000. In addition to the base salary, each member of Blue Meridian is eligible to receive a performance-based variable incentive bonus.

Blue Meridian also provides generous benefits including:

• Employer contributions to a retirement savings plan
• Medical, dental and vision coverage with minimal employee contribution
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off including vacation/personal days, paid holidays, half-day summer Fridays, and week-long office closures in the summer and winter
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Home Office set-up allowance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid work arrangement

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This position description is a guide to the primary duties and functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and may be revised to meet the changing needs of Blue Meridian Partners at the sole discretion of management.

Blue Meridian Partners is committed to equal employment opportunity, without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. These opportunities include all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, job assignment, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotion, and termination.