Founding Partner – Global Expansion

About Next Coach and the Role

Next Coach is a pioneering platform creating a global ecosystem that links learners with mentors and institutions through interactive learning and mentorship experiences. Having established its initial foundation, the company aims to expand internationally, and is seeking a dynamic founding partner to lead this global growth, particularly in developing strong partnerships with educational institutions worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize international markets with significant growth potential.
• Forge collaborations with universities, colleges, schools, and other educational entities.
• Develop and maintain relations with corporations, NGOs, training bodies, and workforce development agencies.
• Create and solidify strategic partnerships with governments, education networks, and industry organizations.
• Formulate strategies for institutional client acquisition and revenue generation.
• Establish country and regional partnerships and distribution networks.
• Engage with decision-makers to transform relationships into lasting institutional partnerships.
• Drive revenue expansion, strategic alliances, and contribute towards future fundraising initiatives.
• Eventually assemble and lead Next Coach’s international growth team.

Candidate Profile

• Entrepreneurial leaders such as founders, co-founders, or senior executives with operational experience.
• Background in international market expansion, business development, or building cross-border ventures.
• Proven expertise in B2B sales, institutional partnerships, and business growth.
• Existing networks within educational institutions, corporates, or broad institutional frameworks.
• Familiarity with sectors like EdTech, SaaS, professional learning, workforce development, or education technology.
• Skilled at initiating connections, fostering relationships, negotiating partnerships, and closing deals.
• Capable of operating autonomously in diverse cultural and market environments.
• A focus on execution and delivery—bringing tangible relationships and business opportunities, not just concepts.

Additional Information

This role offers the chance to join as a founding partner, influencing Next Coach’s international strategy significantly rather than functioning as a traditional employee. The engagement is contractual and fully remote, offering a global scope. The selected candidate will shape the company’s growth trajectory, partnerships, institutional outreach, and ultimately its global scale.