[Remote] Senior Director of Advisor Engagement (USA; 10-2025) at Karat

United States

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Requirements

  • 10+ years of professional work experience in one of the following: advisory engagement, strategic marketing, partner/channel enablement, or a comparable role; OR SaaS/technical/financial services consulting with a focus on technical implementation
  • Experience in HR tech, talent acquisition, workforce development, or enterprise consulting preferred
  • Prior experience working with advisors, boards, or influencer networks at an executive level
  • Executive-level communication skills—spoken, written, and presentation
  • Residency in the following U.S. states: CT, Washington, D.C., FL, GA, IL, KS, MD, MA, MO, NV, NC, OR, PA, RI, SC, TX, VA, and WA
  • Immigration sponsorship is not available

Responsibilities

  • Own the strategy, roadmap, and execution of Karat's Business Builders—our Advisors and Technical Advisory Board (TAB)
  • Activate demand and awareness through Advisor ecosystems; build and deploy messaging and thought leadership to open doors with CIOs, CTOs, and Heads of HR and Talent Acquisition
  • Travel up to 25% for strategic face-to-face meetings with enterprise prospects and industry events
  • Engage C-suite and senior executives one-on-one to communicate strategy, share product updates, and identify introduction opportunities for Karat's product suite across HR, Talent Acquisition, and Technology leaders
  • Develop strategic messaging tailored to each advisor's network and industry focus; translate market signals into compelling narratives to open doors to C-level engagement
  • Craft thought leadership pieces and co-author reports, inform surveys, and develop event-driven content tied to Karat's product and market positioning
  • Manage advisor operations to drive organized engagement across the Karat Advisor Boards, including messaging cadences, meeting prereads, and quarterly advisor reports
  • Drive participation in events hosted by Business Builders or Advisors through compelling content and strategic outreach; leverage thought leadership to increase attendance and deepen executive relationships
  • Manage advisor recruitment and transitions, including identifying prospective advisors, creating recruitment materials, conducting outreach meetings, and transitioning advisors to Emeritus status as needed

Skills

Karat

Financial services for social media influencers

About Karat

Karat provides financial services specifically designed for social media influencers and content creators. The company offers customized credit cards that take into account the unique financial situations of influencers, who often have significant income from sponsorships and brand partnerships but may not have traditional credit histories. By using social media metrics like follower count and engagement rates to evaluate creditworthiness, Karat enables influencers to access credit products that meet their needs. Unlike traditional banks, which may overlook this niche market, Karat focuses on providing tailored financial solutions that offer liquidity and flexibility. The goal of Karat is to empower influencers to manage their finances effectively and support their business growth.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$54.2MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Generous time off
Drive impact
401k matching
Health + wellness
Flexible work environment

Risks

Increased competition from fintech startups could erode Karat's market share.
Regulatory scrutiny on non-traditional credit assessments may impact Karat's operations.
Volatility in social media algorithms can affect influencers' income stability and creditworthiness.

Differentiation

Karat offers credit solutions based on social media metrics, not traditional credit scores.
The company provides tailored financial services for influencers, a niche yet growing market.
Karat's co-founders have experience from Instagram and Goldman Sachs, enhancing industry insights.

Upsides

Karat raised $70M in 2023, indicating strong investor confidence and growth potential.
Partnerships with Visa enhance Karat's credibility and expand its financial product offerings.
The rise of micro-influencers expands Karat's potential customer base significantly.

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