# Strategic Account Executive, Capital Partnerships at Upstart

- Company: Upstart
- What the company does: Explore lending solutions through Upstart, including personal loans, debt consolidation, short-term relief, Cash Line, and HELOC. Check your rate today! Backed by Khosla, Kleiner Perkins and NEA.
- Company website: https://www.upstart.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: United States | Remote
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-09-11
- Apply by: 2026-10-26
- Apply: https://careers.upstart.com/jobs?gh_jid=8186733
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/upstart-strategic-account-executive-capital-partnerships/

## About the role

You will lead efforts to identify, attract, and develop new bank and credit union partnerships to expand our depository capital base, with a focus on new products. You will structure and execute thoughtful deals that align with each financial institution's funding needs, risk appetite, and strategic objectives. Working cross-functionally with teams across Upstart, you will turn high-potential opportunities into durable partnerships and meaningful sources of capital.

## What they're looking for

- 6+ years of experience in leading and managing complex lending deals, corporate strategy, or business development strategy roles preferably at financial services institutions
- Established relationships with senior decision-makers across banks, credit unions, and related financial institutions
- Strong understanding of how depository institutions evaluate lending partnerships, including funding needs, risk appetite, economics, and strategic priorities
- Ability to independently build pipeline, develop a market strategy, and drive complex deals from initial outreach through close
- Demonstrated ability to develop compelling business cases and influence stakeholders across both partner organizations and internal cross-functional teams
- Strong judgment, executive presence, and communication skills, with the ability to navigate complex, high-visibility transactions

Tags: Lending Partnerships Department