About RentSpree

RentSpree is the nation's leading home rental software. Our award-winning product suite simplifies the entire rental journey—from applications and screening to payments and lease management. Our mission is to bring transparency, efficiency, and trust to agents, landlords, and renters alike.

With over 3 million users, partnerships with 300+ leading real estate companies and MLS platforms, and nine years of consistent growth, RentSpree is at the forefront of proptech innovation. Our award-winning solutions deliver automation and real-time insights that make renting faster, easier, and more secure for our customers.

RentSpree is a proud Forbes' Best Startup Employer and we were also ranked one of BuiltIn Seattle’s Best Places to Work. As one of the fastest-growing property tech startups in the U.S., we’re looking for talented problem-solvers to contribute meaningful impact as we scale. 

Strategic Partnerships Manager - Seattle, WA (hybrid) or PST remote

The Strategic Partnerships Manager will lead our expansion efforts within the MLS vertical while driving significant signup growth through strategic partnership management. This results-oriented position focuses on achieving and exceeding signup targets through proactive partner engagement, creative marketing initiatives, and relentless execution.

What You'll Do

Signup Growth & Performance

• Drive partner signup goals through strategic planning, creative marketing, and consistent execution
• Develop and implement targeted campaigns to accelerate user adoption across MLS partnerships
• Set aggressive growth targets and create actionable plans to achieve measurable results
• Track, analyze, and report on key performance metrics with a focus on signup conversion
• Identify and remove barriers to adoption within partner organizations

MLS Partnership Management

• Manage relationships with MLS partners, serving as their primary advocate within RentSpree
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with key decision-makers at MLS organizations
• Conduct regular business reviews focused on signup performance and growth opportunities
• Deeply understand the unique challenges and opportunities within the MLS ecosystem
• Potential to expand portfolio into PropTech partnerships based on performance

Strategic Initiatives

• Create, influence, and drive meaningful initiatives to exceed signup targets
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to develop effective marketing strategies
• Identify and implement processes to streamline operations and improve efficiency
• Demonstrate a strong bias for action and ability to execute quickly on growth opportunities
• Leverage data and market insights to inform strategic decisions

Skills You Bring

• Bachelor's degree required
• Proven track record of driving growth metrics and meeting/exceeding targets
• Experience in partnership management, preferably with MLS organizations or in real estate technology
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive adoption
• Goal-oriented with exceptional drive and determination to achieve results
• Self-starter who takes initiative and pushes projects forward independently
• Ability to work under pressure and thrive in a high-performance environment
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
• Excellent presentation and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strategic thinking with ability to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities
• Organized and detail-oriented, with capability to manage multiple competing priorities

Qualities You Practice

These encompass our guiding principles and startup culture competencies:

• Take full ownership and accountability: Drives projects from idea to execution, with pride, urgency, and a “do what it takes” mentality.
• Collaborate with clarity, candor, and respect: Communicate openly and courageously, offer and receive feedback well, and build trust through transparency and reliable partnership.
• Strive for excellence while staying humble: Driven with a bias for action, hold a high bar, think critically, and continuously look to improve.
• Bring a versatile, proactive mindset: Adapt to evolving needs, anticipate challenges, take initiative, be resourceful, and embrace opportunities to achieve high quality results.
• Innovate and learn fast: Experiment, learn from failure, and seek opportunities to introduce new methods or diverse ways of achieving results.
• Engage in healthy debate and commit as a team: Contribute ideas, challenge constructively, and align quickly for decisive action.

Location

• This role is based in Seattle (hybrid, 2x/week in-office). US remote can be considered depending upon experience. Relocation is available.

Why Join Us? Our Award-Winning Benefits & Culture

As a fast-growing startup, our culture is built on collaboration, curiosity, and the drive to build something meaningful together. From most comprehensive benefits starting on day one to an environment built on trust, respect, and belonging, we make sure our team feels supported every step of the way. Here’s what we offer:

• Compensation: $120-135k base + bonus
• Equity Options: Share in the value we’re creating—your work makes a real impact.
• Team-First Culture: Join a group of talented, supportive teammates who inspire each other to do their best work and celebrate every win.
• Learning & Development: Ongoing support for your growth through resources, coaching, and career development opportunities.
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive employee + dependent medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA/FSA options. Plus, enjoy additional health perks like access to Headspace Care+, gym membership discounts, and much more — because your well-being matters, inside and out.
• Plan for your future: Life, disability, and Simple IRA retirement plan with company match to support your future.
• Flexible Vacation Policy: We trust you to take the time you need to rest and recharge.
• Holidays: Enjoy 12 holidays throughout the year, as a part of our commitment to honoring culture, history, and time to recharge.
• Events & Recognition Programs: Time to connect, celebrate, share ideas, and enjoy weekly meals together, in-person and remotely.
• Business Expense Allowance & Internet Reimbursement: Get the tools and support you need to do your best work.
• Parental Leave & Fertility Support: Inclusive benefits to support you and your family, wherever you are in life.
• Additional benefits: Group legal benefits and tax support with RocketLawyer.

Ready to Build Something Big?

We’re a team of talented, kind, and supportive people who take ownership, move with urgency, and strive for excellence. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and take on exciting challenges, we’d love to hear from you, even if you don’t meet every requirement!

EEO Statement

RentSpree is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. RentSpree makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.