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Senior Corporate Relations Director

American Heart Association, Salt Lake City, UT, United States


Overview Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

The American Heart Association is excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Corporate Relations Director for our Western States Region. This senior sales role is designed for a dedicated professional ready to take on ambitious challenges. This is a remote position that has the flexibility to be based within the

Western States Region

with cost-effective access to travel.

Reporting directly to the Western States SVP of Corporate Relations, you will have a meaningful role in our mission by identifying, securing, and encouraging strategic corporate relationships. You will focus on new business development, improving ongoing income, and effectively implementing initiatives that impact multiple markets across the Western States Region and the American Heart Association as a whole.

We offer a base salary with the potential to earn an incentive up to 25% of your base pay. The potential incentive is based on achieving certain revenue targets and triggers.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X , and at heart.jobs.

Responsibilities

Responsible for prospecting alongside WS markets and closing six- and seven-figure strategic relationships. Develop and carry out a corporate relations plan to increase growth in mainly unrestricted revenue. Revenue targets should be met and exceeded consistently over time. This involves sharing a clear vision for growth and maintaining alignment with the organization's mission and goals. Work closely with colleagues across the region and the national organization to identify and improve cross-functional and cross-market opportunities.

Leads and implements Corporate Relations' new business development strategies. Focuses on account acquisition, revenue collaboration, and mission impact. Builds strong partnerships with Executive Directors, staff, and volunteer leads through regular communication and accessibility. Drives the process of identifying, recruiting, and activating corporate relationships. Manages a robust portfolio of qualified prospects, focusing on solicitation and growth. Leads and consults with internal partners on sourced prospects.

Actively collaborates and coordinates efforts with Account Management and other internal partners to optimize retention, renewal, and growth opportunities.

Provides management expertise, mentoring, and monitoring of corporate sponsorships, including the renewal and acquisition of participating Companies and Sponsorship to increase growth. Remains current with business and sponsorship industry trends.

Regularly evaluates and reports on campaign progress using the applicable campaign management tools and reporting systems. Ensures the integrity and security of donor information and adheres to established policies and procedures.

Operates in accordance with the American Heart Association's Fiscal Standard policies and all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards.

Qualifications

5 years minimum of prior proven experience with demonstrated fundraising expertise across a defined portfolio of complex offerings.

Experience recruiting, engaging and activating executive level corporate volunteers.

Demonstrated track record in setting and achieving aggressive goals on a sustained basis.

Ability to influence others to action through creating a shared vision and sense of ownership and personal accountability.

Ability to credibly establish and execute a strategic plan across functional areas and disciplines in a complex and highly dynamic environment, effectively translating strategies to measurable goals and plans.

Proven ability to think strategically, analyze market data, identify key trends and have participated in the strategy development and execution of initiatives to achieve fundraising and operational goals.

Ability to do daily local travel up to 50%; requires access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Compensation & Benefits Expected pay range will be $84,400 min to $112,500 annually. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

Compensation

– Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.

Performance and Recognition

– You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible based on achieving certain targets.

Benefits

– We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.

Professional Development –

You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.

Work-Life Harmonization –

The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.

Tuition Assistance

- We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.

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US-CA-Oakland

Posted Date

3 weeks ago (2/26/2026 7:57 PM)

Requisition ID

2026-17170

Job Category

Corporate Relations

Position Type

Full Time

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