The job market feels rocky right now. I know that. But here's what I also know: companies are still hiring and they're paying well for the right people.
This week alone, I found 9 roles ranging from $185K to $350K. These aren't just open positions. These are companies betting on 2025 and building their teams now. That's strategic. And if you're looking for your next role, you need to be just as strategic in how you apply.
Here's something most people don't think about: the same strategic thinking you use to innovate and solve problems at work applies to your job search too. You wouldn't approach a complex project at work without a plan. Don't approach your applications that way either.
Product & Innovation
Notion
Enterprise Product Marketing Manager, Competitive
San Francisco, CA | New York, NY
$185,000–$230,000
Best fit if you have:
Competitive intelligence • Product marketing • GTM strategy • Enterprise positioning • Messaging frameworks
MasterClass
Principal Product Manager, Consumer Innovation
San Francisco, CA
$216,000–$235,000
Best fit if you have:
Product strategy • Consumer insights • Innovation frameworks • Roadmap planning • A/B testing • User research
Partnerships & Strategy
Miro
Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager
Austin | Los Angeles | New York | San Francisco
$196,000–$245,000
Best fit if you have:
Partnership development • Business development • Relationship management • Negotiation • SaaS partnerships
Director, Global 3rd Party Partnerships
New York City, NY
$235,200–$329,280
Best fit if you have:
Strategic partnerships • Deal structuring • Cross-functional leadership • Revenue growth • Media/tech partnerships
Anthropic
Head of Partner Experience & Success
San Francisco, CA | New York City, NY
$248,500–$297,500
Best fit if you have:
Partner success • Account management • Strategic thinking • AI/tech partnerships • Executive communication
Ramp
Senior Manager, Partner Consulting
SF/NY
$227,000–$312,200
OTE • 75/25 base-to-commission split + equity + commission
Best fit if you have:
Consulting • Partnership strategy • Problem-solving • Financial technology • Client management
Sales & Operations
OpenAI
Sales Strategy & Operations - Startups
New York City
$265,000 + Equity
Best fit if you have:
Sales operations • Strategy • Analytics • Startup ecosystem knowledge • Revenue optimization
Highest Compensation
EliseAI
Senior Mid-Market Sales Manager, Housing
Remote
$300,000–$350,000
Best fit if you have:
Mid-market sales • B2B sales • Real estate/housing tech • Team leadership • Revenue growth
Applecart
VP of Service Excellence and Operations
New York, NY
$200,000–$250,000
Best fit if you have:
Operations management • Service excellence • Process optimization • Leadership • Cross-functional collaboration
Plus: High-volume hiring continues
The companies I shared yesterday (Rippling, Vanta, Retool, Labelbox) are still hiring 200+ remote roles. If you missed that email, go back and check it out.
The strategic application approach
Here's something you need to know: no job description has a 100% skills match unless it was written specifically for you. If you meet 50% of the criteria, apply. And when you do, write a cover letter.
I know, I know. Most people skip the cover letter. That's exactly why you shouldn't.
Your cover letter serves two purposes:
1. It helps you get the interview
Use two paragraphs. First paragraph: why you're the right fit for the role. Second paragraph: why you want to work for this company specifically.
2. It sets you up for a successful negotiation later
When you clearly articulate your value upfront, you're building the foundation for what you'll negotiate later in the process.
One of my clients used this exact approach and negotiated a $320K compensation package.
Read the full strategyI'm not a recruiter, so apply directly with the company. If a role is no longer listed or the link doesn't work, go to the company's careers page and search there.
And if you're looking at these roles thinking "I don't have everything they're asking for," remember: neither does anyone else. The companies that are hiring right now aren't looking for perfection. They're looking for people who can think strategically, communicate clearly, and solve problems. If that's you, apply.
Jacqueline
P.S. If you find this helpful, share it with someone you know who's looking for their next role.