Loyalty Partnerships Manager

Taekus is a profitable fintech and travel startup building a next-generation premium banking and rewards ecosystem for affluent customers. With $120M+ in annual revenue and $4B+ in annual transaction volume, we’re entering a new stage of growth focused on scaling our core banking systems, rewards infrastructure, and partner integrations. We’re seeking a Loyalty Partnerships Manager to source, structure, and manage strategic relationships with airline and hotel partners. This role will play a critical part in expanding and enhancing our rewards platform—ensuring our members have access to best-in-class redemption options and exclusive travel experiences. You’ll work closely with founders and cross-functional partners across partnerships, product, finance, and operations to build and scale a world-class loyalty network for a high-growth fintech platform. Your Responsibilities • Own and manage relationships with airline and hotel loyalty partners • Support negotiation and structuring of partnership agreements, including commercial terms and integrations • Collaborate with product and engineering teams to launch and maintain partner integrations • Manage ongoing partner performance, identifying opportunities to optimize value for both Taekus and partners • Coordinate marketing and promotional initiatives with partners to drive engagement and usage • Help develop new partnership opportunities across global travel providers • Monitor industry trends across airline and hotel loyalty programs to inform strategy • Support expansion of Taekus’s global rewards ecosystem What We're Looking For • 5–10 years of experience in partnerships, business development, or loyalty programs • Experience working with airline, hotel, or travel loyalty programs (or adjacent fintech/rewards platforms) • Strong understanding of loyalty ecosystems, points economics, and partner structures • Experience negotiating and managing external partnerships • Ability to manage multiple partner relationships and initiatives simultaneously • Strong communication and relationship management skills • Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate partnership performance • Builder mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-moving environment You’d Love This Job If • You want to build and expand a premium global travel loyalty network • You enjoy working directly with external partners and structuring strategic deals • You’re excited to operate at the intersection of fintech, travel, and rewards • You thrive in high-ownership roles with direct impact on company growth About Taekus Taekus is a 6-year-old luxury financial services company that offers travel rewards credit cards, debit cards, and other banking services for the affluent market. We currently process $4B+ annually in transactions and operate as a highly profitable company. With a lean team of under 20 employees, we’re undergoing tremendous growth as we redefine the premium banking and rewards experience. What We Offer • Competitive salary and stock option plan • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance • 401(k) plan with 5% company match • Flexible vacation policy • Fully remote work environment Compensation: $90K - $120K