Data Partnerships Specialist

The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers –– and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!

The Data Partnership Specialist is a key member of the Data Partnerships team, focused on supporting and scaling relationships with Tier 2 and 3 data providers globally. In this role, you’ll help manage day‑to‑day partner operations, coordinate onboarding and support processes, and assist with internal workflows related to partner reporting, billing, and documentation. You’re excited to work cross‑functionally with teams across product, legal, and operations — including international counterparts in Europe and Asia.

In addition to managing a sub‑set of data partners, you support the Managers and Directors across our most strategic accounts to drive spend and adoption of 3P data on the platform. You thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrate a capacity to navigate and prioritize several work streams simultaneously, and bring a detail‑oriented, service‑driven mindset to everything you do. You’re curious about the data and advertising technology space and eager to grow your career in a partner‑facing role.

Our responsibilities are focused on driving both executional and operational excellence through establishing internal processes and external partner relationship management. The ideal candidate enjoys an entrepreneurial and rapidly shifting environment and thrives on having a significant impact and supporting highly visible and strategic capabilities through partnerships and innovation.

• Support day‑to‑day management of global Tier 2 and 3 data partners, ensuring a high level of responsiveness and service
• Manage onboarding processes for new data providers, working cross‑functionally with product, legal, and data operations teams
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve partner onboarding experience and streamline operational processes
• Track and communicate key partner metrics to identify trends, growth opportunities, and marketplace risks
• Assist in organizing quarterly business reviews, partner trainings, and marketing support initiatives
• Maintain up‑to‑date documentation and partner profiles across internal systems / stakeholder groups
• Stay informed on evolving data privacy, regulatory, and industry trends impacting data providers
• Drive efficiency in our contracting process by monitoring and prioritizing the request queue and providing operational support across Legal and Data Partnerships

• Approximately 1‑2 years of experience creating and building differentiated relationships with clients and/or partners
• Excellent judgement and acute sense of self‑awareness
• Highly organized, effective time‑management skills, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Self‑motivated problem‑solver comfortable navigating complex technical processes and a broad range of client needs and requirements
• Proven communication, and listening skills in formal and informal settings
• Ability to build excellent rapport with cross‑functional teams (i.e. Client Services, Legal, Technical Account Management, Finance, Product, Strategy, Business Development)
• Comfortable with fast‑paced, dynamic working environment with shifting priorities
• Has a growth‑oriented mindset
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills with an operational mindset
• Proficiency in Excel and Power Point
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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