Director, Platform Partnerships

TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy NoticePersonal Information We CollectYour Privacy ChoicesTeam OverviewThis role leads the third-party platform partnership success team and is accountable for the overall success of TransUnion’s product enablement on key third party platforms. The role ensures products are enabled, delivered, and adopted through strategic third party platforms by providing and orchestrating strategic direction and execution across Technology, Solutions (Product), Markets, Sales, Operations, and Legal. This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.Role Overview and Core ResponsibilitiesDefine, own, and evolve the long‑term platform enablement strategy required to scale product distribution through third‑party platformsDesign and enforce the platform enablement operating model, including standards, governance, and foundational KPIs, to ensure consistent execution and adherence to TransUnion data handling, privacy, compliance, and third‑party risk requirementDevelop and own partner‑specific platform roadmaps as the annual operating plan, with clearly documented integration priorities, sequencing, dependencies, and explicit decisions and trade‑offsDefine and track platform‑level performance and adoption signals (e.g., enablement status, activation signals, implementation cycles) to inform roadmap and investment decisionsOwn the internal operating cadence with Solutions, Markets and Sales for priority third‑party platforms, coordinating working sessions, governance forums, and QBR support to ensure execution readiness, delivery and issue resolutionEnsure TransUnion products are implemented and available in third‑party platform production environments, with clear documentation and sustainable support as partner platforms and integrations evolveBe accountable for product adoption across third‑party platform ecosystems by coordinating across Sales, Markets, Solutions, and Product Marketing to ensure readiness, clarity of what’s live and what’s coming, and effective executionMaintain a current view of platform ecosystems and functionality, partner capabilities and markets served, and competitive enablement patterns to inform prioritization and strategic directionRequired Knowledge and Experiences10+ years of experience in platform enablement, ecosystem integrations, or product operations, including ownership of partner‑platform roadmaps and operating models in the financial services industryProven people‑leadership experience, including developing talent and building high‑performing teams, with a hands on, player coach leadership approach, evidencing the ability to scale capability over timeDemonstrated ability to define partnership strategy and drive execution, translating ambiguity into clear standards, plans, and outcomesStrong track record of cross‑functional leadership and collaboration across Product, Engineering, Operations, Legal, Privacy, and Support without direct authorityExperience operating in a consultative role, influencing stakeholders through structured communication, clear framing, and sound judgmentExceptional organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex, interdependent initiatives at scaleWorking knowledge of data privacy, compliance, and third‑party risk considerations related to platform integrations and the financial services industryComfort operating in ambiguity, with a bias toward collaboration, structure, repeatability, and operational rigorBachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred#LI-TE1Benefits that support every part of your life:At TransUnion, we design benefits to help you feel well, do well, and plan well—from day one.For Your Health: Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.For Your Protection: We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage.For Your Family: From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary View email address on click.appcast.io membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.For Your Future: Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.For You: Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.For Your Wellness: Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion’s Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company’s reputation are also essential expectations of this position.Pay Scale Information:The U.S. base salary range for this position is $150,100.00 - $225,000.00 annually. *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion’s annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents. TransUnion Overview:At TransUnion, we encourage and are committed to creating a real, positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good, which empowers our people to grow, innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development— while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that’s why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence.Be a part of our Workforce for Good – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.TransUnion's Internal Job Title:Director, Solutions ConsultingCompany:TransUnion LLCSummaryLocation: Chicago, IllinoisType: Full time