“Version 1 is celebrating 25 years in the IT industry this year and we continue to be trusted by global brands to deliver IT solutions that drive customer success. 

Version 1 is not just a Microsoft Gold Partner, an AWS Premier Consulting Partner and an Oracle Platform Partner; we are also an award-winning employer and our employees are at the heart of Version 1. We invest in a strong culture of wellness through programs that help our employees create their journey toward optimal wellbeing. This framework is based on the ‘Strength in Balance‘ theme and this seen again in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Team motto “Bring Your Difference“.”

The Partner Project Manager will be responsible for driving Version 1 revenue via our three cloud partnerships - AWS, Microsoft, and Oracle. 

To ensure Version 1 is the partner of choice the Programme Manager will be responsible for working with key stakeholders such as sales, pre-sales, delivery, marketing etc. to execute growth initiatives, ensure that we maintain our differentiators and drive internal awareness of all things partnership.

You will champion Version 1 with the partners but, just as importantly, you will be partners’ champion within Version 1.

As the Partner Management team is growing some of the key activities will also evolve over time.

For guidance please see the below responsibilities. 

Deliver against specific targets

• Create and execute the Partner Plan in alignment with Version 1’s Business Plan (2022) and individual partner plans.

Execute Growth Initiatives

• Execute partner programmes required to maintain our partnership standing e.g., MSP renewal audits certifications, competencies etc

Differentiating Version 1 from competitors

• Drive revenue by creating GTM propositions via the partner specific marketplaces

• Organisational, project management and execution capabilities
• Team player, able to work closely with Version 1 cross-functional teams such as marketing, sales, pathways, and the delivery practices
• Results focused – ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to achieve stated goals
• Adept at building great relationships by being a proactive, responsive, strategic resource
• Resourceful, creative, and able to find innovative ways to achieve results

James Cregan

Version 1 Talent Talent Team Lead