ABOUT BLUE J

Blue J is the leading generative AI solution for tax professionals and one of Canada's fastest-growing AI companies. Headquartered in Toronto, we're a high-growth B2B SaaS company building industry-leading tax research software that helps accountants find accurate answers to complex tax questions with greater speed and confidence.

Backed by a $122M USD Series D funding round, we're scaling rapidly across North America and the UK while continuing to push the boundaries of what's possible with AI. By combining advanced technology with deep tax expertise, we empower tax professionals to work more efficiently, make better decisions, and deliver greater value to their clients.

A NOTE ON LOCATION

This role is primarily remote, with the expectation of occasional in-person meetings at our Toronto office and some travel for conferences.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a unique opportunity to own and grow our State Association partnerships.

This role is responsible for turning these partnerships into scalable, repeatable revenue channels - driving awareness, member engagement, and conversion through structured programs and campaigns.

You’ll work closely with Partner Marketing to execute campaigns, while owning partner performance, activation, revenue outcomes, and the overall relationship. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Partnership Ownership & Revenue Growth

• Own a portfolio of State Accounting Association partners and their performance
• Maintain strong, professional relationships while operating in a scaled model
• Drive partner-sourced pipeline and revenue through a mix of scalable conversion motions — including trials, demos, and light-touch or sales-assisted paths, depending on what best fits each partner and segment
• Own performance across the full partner-sourced sales funnel
• Identify opportunities to grow existing partnerships and expand within the ecosystem

Partner Activation & Engagement

• Ensure partners are consistently active and promoting Blue J through defined programs
• Run regular check-ins and performance reviews with key partners
• Identify underperforming partners and implement plans to improve engagement and results
• Manage scalable programs designed to drive trial volume and conversion, including:
  • Webinars and CPE events with clear CTAs
  • Newsletter placements and co-marketing campaigns
  • Member offers tied to free trial activation
• Ensure programs are consistent, measurable, and continuously optimized

Performance Management & Optimization

• Track and analyze partner performance across key funnel metrics (traffic, trials, activation, conversion, revenue)
• Identify top-performing partners and campaigns; double down on what works
• Optimize or sunset underperforming initiatives

Systems & Process Development

• Help build a repeatable partner growth engine, including:
  • Standardized campaign playbooks
  • Performance tracking frameworks
  • Partner communication cadence

WHAT YOU OFFER BLUE J 

• 4–7+ years in account management or partnerships
• Experience managing partner/account portfolios with revenue targets
• Strong understanding of conversion funnels and go-to-market motions
• Experience running or supporting marketing-driven programs and campaigns
• Ability to manage multiple partners and initiatives in a structured, scalable way
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to drive efficiency, improve workflows, and stay ahead of industry trends

 

WHAT WE OFFER YOU 

• A rare opportunity to own and grow our State Association partnerships.
• A mission-driven culture where your work directly advances clarity, efficiency, and accessibility in tax research.
• Competitive base salary, stock options, and benefits designed to support you and your family.
• Flexibility in how you work: primarily remote, with occasional travel to our Toronto office and conferences as needed.
• A collaborative, ambitious, and supportive team that values innovation, respect, and fun.
• The excitement of a fast-growing, well-funded company with clear momentum, and the resources to back bold initiatives.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Travel required for partner-related activities, including conferences, trade shows, and key association events
• Occasional travel for in-person partner meetings and relationship building
• Travel varies based on event calendar and partner priorities

THE CORE VALUES THAT DEFINE OUR CULTURE

• We are customer-focused
• We put the team interest before self-interest
• We are pleasant and playful
• We are open to better ideas
• We move fast and fix things

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE INTERVIEW PROCESS

We anticipate a high volume of applicants for this role and are excited to grow our team. A human will review each application and get back to you as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you! 

INTERVIEW PROCESS

• Chat with Elli, Manager of Talent Acquisition
• Meet Connect with Tara, Director of Partnerships
• Present your case study to Tara, Director of Partnerships, and other team members
• Meet Ben, our CEO

We believe our strength is built on diversity of thought, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value inclusiveness and are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We strive to create an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for all candidates. If you need any accommodations during the interview process, please let us know in your application. Our team is dedicated to providing the necessary support and making reasonable adjustments to ensure a smooth process for everyone.

HOW WE USE AI IN OUR HIRING PROCESS

To ensure transparency, we want candidates to know that Blue J uses AI-enabled tools within our applicant tracking system to help organize applications and highlight profiles that match the key requirements for each role.

AI does not make hiring decisions.

Every application is reviewed by a member of our Talent team, and all decisions throughout the process are made by humans.

We use these tools to support efficiency and consistency, not to replace human judgment and we’re committed to a fair, thoughtful, and equitable experience for every candidate.

COMPENSATION

Total on-target earnings (OTE) for this role is $160,000 per year.

This is a Level 4 in Blue J’s career level framework. We use levels to define the expected scope, autonomy, impact, decision-making, and experience for each role. Final compensation will be set fairly and thoughtfully based on experience, expertise, and alignment with the role’s responsibilities. While all candidates are expected to bring directly relevant experience, the top of the range is typically reserved for individuals who demonstrate exceptional depth in the role’s core competencies, a strong track record of impact in similar environments, and the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy from day one.