Director of Strategic Public Sector Partnerships at Summer

At Summer, we are on a mission to restore financial freedom for the 46 million Americans currently burdened by student debt. As a Certified B Corp, we combine deep policy expertise with innovative technology to simplify the complexities of college cost planning and loan repayment. To date, we have helped our users save over $1.8 billion, and we are proud to partner with major entities like the City of New York, ADP, and the American Federation of Teachers. With $30 million in backing from top-tier investors, we are building the essential infrastructure for education affordability in America.

Role at a glance

We are looking for a Director of Strategic Public Sector Partnerships to join our team. This is a senior executive, full-time position that can be performed remotely from anywhere. You will serve as a high-level individual contributor, working directly with our CEO and leadership to navigate complex government landscapes and drive meaningful change.

Your impact

• Build and nurture high-level relationships with governors, mayors, city leaders, and key coalition partners to expand our public sector footprint.
• Develop sophisticated deal strategies that align our unique value proposition with the specific needs of government stakeholders.
• Lead the end-to-end management of strategic opportunities, ensuring momentum through complex procurement and policy environments.

What you'll need

The ideal candidate brings over 10 years of experience in public sector sales, government affairs, or high-impact partnership roles. You should possess a deep understanding of how public sector decisions are made, including both formal procurement processes and informal influence dynamics. We are looking for an autonomous leader with strong executive presence who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. You must be fluent in English and prepared to travel approximately 25 to 40 percent of the time to represent Summer at key forums and meetings.

Perks and compensation

We believe in supporting our team members as they work to improve the lives of others. Our benefits package includes:

• Equity compensation to ensure you share in our long-term success.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of premiums covered for employees.
• A 401k plan featuring a 3% match that is fully vested from your first day.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• A remote-first work environment supported by annual in-person team gatherings.