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