--- title: 'Marketing & Partnerships Manager, NYC at Wheely' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/marketing-partnerships-manager-nyc-wheely-new-york-new-york-ne5z89hz934a' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-09' --- # Marketing & Partnerships Manager, NYC at Wheely - **Company:** Wheely - **Location:** New York New York, United States - **Posted:** 2026-08-05 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09 - **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/wheely/jobs/7828043003?gh_jid=7828043003 ## Job description ## About Wheely Wheely is redefining premium transportation across major cities in Europe, the US, and the Middle East. We blend cutting-edge technology with the craft of five-star chauffeuring to deliver an experience trusted by more than 100,000 active riders and 1,200 corporate accounts. We’re a profitable, fast-growing scale-up with $43M raised and over $100M in annual revenue. Having recently launched in New York City, we’re expanding rapidly across the US and EMEA. If you take pride in your craft and want to help shape the next chapter of our growth, we'd love to hear from you. ## About the role As the Marketing & Partnerships Manager, New York at Wheely, you will be a founding member of Wheely's New York growth team and play a key role in accelerating the company's expansion in the market. Working closely with the General Manager, you will be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing strategic partnerships that introduce Wheely to high-value consumers and drive first journeys. You will represent the brand across New York's luxury ecosystem, building relationships with leading hospitality groups, private aviation companies, members' clubs, residential developments, cultural institutions, luxury brands, and other premium partners. This role requires a highly commercial mindset and strong relationship-building skills. You will take ownership of the partnership pipeline, develop creative growth opportunities, negotiate commercial agreements, and help establish Wheely as the preferred chauffeur service for New York's most discerning consumers. ## Responsibilities - Own the development and execution of Wheely's local partnerships strategy, with a focus on driving passenger acquisition and market growth - Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers across luxury hospitality, private aviation, members' clubs, real estate, lifestyle, and cultural organizations - Identify, structure, negotiate, and close strategic partnerships that generate measurable business impact - Develop partnership proposals, commercial models, and growth initiatives tailored to each opportunity - Represent Wheely at industry events, networking functions, and other opportunities to expand the company's presence in New York - Work cross-functionally with local and global teams to ensure partnerships are successfully launched and positioned for long-term success - Track and analyze partnership performance, using data to optimize acquisition and engagement outcomes - Serve as a key external ambassador for the Wheely brand, maintaining relationships with influential stakeholders across the market ## Requirements - 2+ years of experience in partnerships, business development, marketing, or related commercial roles in one of the following industries - Luxury hospitality - Private aviation - Members' clubs - Luxury travel and lifestyle brands - Luxury concierge and client services - Demonstrated success sourcing and closing strategic partnerships - Established network within New York's luxury, hospitality, lifestyle, or premium consumer sectors - Strong commercial instincts with the ability to identify opportunities and negotiate mutually beneficial agreements - Excellent communication and relationship-building skills - Highly self-motivated and comfortable operating independently in a fast-growing environment - Experience working with premium or luxury brands is strongly preferred Success will be measured by: - Growth of Wheely's presence and brand awareness in New York - Number and quality of strategic partnerships secured - Passenger acquisition and ‘first journeys’ through partnership channels - Revenue generated through partnership-driven activity ## Why Join Wheely - Help build one of the world's leading luxury chauffeur services in New York - Significant ownership and visibility within a fast-growing business - Opportunity to work directly with senior leadership on market growth strategy ## What We Offer - Base salary up to $130k per year, plus equity in a high growth startup - Comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and other benefits designed to support your wellbeing - Monthly credit for journeys with Wheely, allowing you to experience our service as a passenger and stay closely connected to the product All of your personal information will be collected stored and processed in accordance with [Wheely’s Candidate Privacy Notice](https://wheely.com/en/legal/uk/for-candidates/privacy) ## About Wheely ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Wheely is a premium chauffeur service that combines luxury transportation with on-demand app technology to provide discerning travelers with a private, high-end commuting experience. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series B) - **Headquarters**: London, United Kingdom (Registered office: The Monastery Barn, Syon Park, London Road, Brentford, TW8 8JF) - **Founded**: 2010 - **Founders**: Anton Chirkunov ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: Premium ground transportation / Luxury mobility services - **Target Customers**: B2C (discerning travelers, business executives) and B2B (corporate travel programs); focused on high-net-worth individuals and business travelers - **Mission/Purpose**: To protect users' time by providing a consistently premium, comfortable, and refined chauffeur experience with privacy at its core. ## Products & Services - **On-Demand Chauffeur Service**: Book luxury chauffeur-driven vehicles on-demand or in advance via iOS/Android apps, available in London, Paris, New York, Dubai, and Moscow. - **Airport Transfers & Commuter Rides**: Specialized airport transfer and daily commute solutions for members and business travelers. - **Premium Vehicle Fleet**: A range of luxury vehicles available for members and corporate clients. - **Corporate & Event Services**: Official chauffeur for prestigious events (e.g., Royal Ascot, Henley Royal Regatta). ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed - **Key Metrics**: Total funding of $73.0M across 4 rounds (including $28M Series B); annual revenue estimated at $12.0M; $110M in annual bookings as of early 2020; 80,000 total passenger base (as of early 2020) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not fully disclosed, but the company has raised significant venture funding. Partners include high-profile UK events (Royal Ascot, Henley Royal Regatta). - **Growth Signals**: - Launched in the USA (New York) in March 2026 - Headcount of ~180 employees (+13.3% YoY, +36 people) - Expanding operations across 12 countries including Cyprus, UAE, France, and USA - Named one of the "hottest" European startups by Wired (2014) - Included in the Financial Times' 1,000 fastest-growing companies in Europe (2019) ## Competitive Advantages - **Premium Positioning**: Unlike traditional ride-hailing (e.g., Uber, Lyft), Wheely focuses exclusively on luxury chauffeur experiences with a curated fleet and high-touch service. - **Privacy-First Platform**: Built with user privacy at its core—a key differentiator for high-net-worth and business travelers. - **Multi-City Presence**: Operations in major global cities (London, Paris, New York, Dubai, Moscow) with a consistent premium experience across markets. - **Event & Corporate Partnerships**: Exclusive partnerships with prestigious events (Royal Ascot, Henley Royal Regatta) provide brand credibility and VIP access. - **Long-Term Track Record**: Founded in 2010, Wheely has over a decade of operational experience and a proven business model. ## Strategic Focus - **US Market Expansion**: Recent launch in New York (March 2026) marks a significant push into North America, with a dedicated US operations hub. - **Technology-Driven Growth**: Heavy investment in engineering (11 open roles), data science (4 open roles), and product management (6 open roles) to build proprietary technology for marketplace, maps, and platform. - **Global Scaling**: Continued expansion into new megacities, with a focus on establishing Wheely as the leader in premium ride-hailing globally. - **Customer Experience Excellence**: Emphasis on mystery shopper programs, CRM & loyalty initiatives, and continuous service refinement. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Mission-driven, privacy-focused, and ambitious. Values include "putting customers first," "fine work and craftsmanship," and "mission-first." The company emphasizes progress on merit and results over tenure. - **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Hybrid/office-based with hubs in London (HQ), Nicosia (R&D/Engineering), Dubai (EMEA customer service & business development), Paris (French operations), and New York (US operations). - **Benefits**: - Relocation allowance and visa sponsorship - Private medical and dental insurance - Exclusive discounted rates for Wheely services and mystery shopper program - Annual professional development stipend (courses, conferences, certifications) - Daily meal allowance or fresh meals in office (location-dependent) - Enhanced parental leave - **Engineering Focus**: Strong engineering culture with teams in Nicosia and London; roles include Backend Engineers (Maps, Marketplace, Platform), Site Reliability Engineers, and Tech Lead Managers. - **Growth Opportunities**: Rapidly scaling company with recent US launch; opportunity to work on complex, high-impact problems in a premium tech-enabled service. ## Sources 1. [wheely.com](https://wheely.com/en) 2. [wheely.com/careers](https://wheely.com/en/careers) 3. [wheely.com/open-roles](https://wheely.com/en/careers/open-roles) 4. [linkedin.com/company/wheely](https://uk.linkedin.com/company/wheely) 5. 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