Managing Partner (equity based)
12 - 15 years
Manhattan, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
1 month ago
About the role
SERRE NEW YORK is a New York-based design studio creating permanent floral installations as part of the architectural space. We work at the intersection of florals, interiors, and spatial design to create sculptural, design-forward environments for hospitality, commercial, retail, and private clients.
Founded by a solo entrepreneur with a strong creative vision, SERRE NEW YORK is seeking a Founding Growth & Partnerships Partner to help build and scale the business from the ground floor.
This is not a traditional employee role. This is a long-term partnership opportunity for someone excited by ownership, creative business building, and helping shape the future of an emerging design studio.
We’re looking for someone entrepreneurial, relationship-driven, and strategically minded who can help turn vision into a scalable business.
WHAT YOU’LL HELP BUILD
WHO YOU ARE
We value thoughtful people with strong instincts, taste, emotional intelligence, and the ability to execute.
COMPENSATION
This is an equity-based founding role with no base salary at this stage. The selected partner will receive meaningful ownership in SERRE NEW YORK and play a foundational role in shaping the company’s growth and future direction.
Compensation structure and equity details will be discussed directly with qualified candidates.
SERRE NEW YORK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive company and strongly encourages applications from women, creatives, and underrepresented entrepreneurs.
MUST BE LOCATED IN NEW YORK
Founded by a solo entrepreneur with a strong creative vision, SERRE NEW YORK is seeking a Founding Growth & Partnerships Partner to help build and scale the business from the ground floor.
This is not a traditional employee role. This is a long-term partnership opportunity for someone excited by ownership, creative business building, and helping shape the future of an emerging design studio.
We’re looking for someone entrepreneurial, relationship-driven, and strategically minded who can help turn vision into a scalable business.
WHAT YOU’LL HELP BUILD
- Develop and manage strategic partnerships and B2B relationships
- Support business development across hospitality, commercial, retail, and design industries
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, fabricators, and collaborators
- Help shape sales strategy, outreach, lead nurturing, and long-term client engagement
- Assist in developing systems and operational processes as the company grows
- Support project coordination and day-to-day business operations
- Act as a strategic thought partner to the founder across growth, positioning, and company development'
WHO YOU ARE
- 2+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, client services, operations, interior design, hospitality, creative production, or related fields
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a high level of ownership and initiative
- Comfortable operating in an early-stage, fast-moving environment
- Interested in helping build a brand and business long term
- Organized, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
- Experience with B2B sales, hospitality, luxury brands, interiors, architecture, or creative industries is a strong plus
- Based in New York
We value thoughtful people with strong instincts, taste, emotional intelligence, and the ability to execute.
COMPENSATION
This is an equity-based founding role with no base salary at this stage. The selected partner will receive meaningful ownership in SERRE NEW YORK and play a foundational role in shaping the company’s growth and future direction.
Compensation structure and equity details will be discussed directly with qualified candidates.
SERRE NEW YORK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive company and strongly encourages applications from women, creatives, and underrepresented entrepreneurs.
MUST BE LOCATED IN NEW YORK
Skills
Business Development and Sales