Corporate Partnership Manager

Corporate Partnerships Manager

We are looking for a highly motivated Corporate Partnership Manager to oversee a portfolio of new & existing partners for a successful healthcare charity.

Job Title: Corporate Partnership Manager

Location: Remote (flexible within the UK)
Hours: Part-time - 30 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £39,083 pro-rata

About the role:

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships and Philanthropy, the Corporate Partnerships Manager will be responsible for executing the charity’s Corporate Partnership strategy. This involves maximizing income and in-kind contributions from corporate partners while cultivating long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with some of the UK’s top companies. The role will primarily focus on managing an existing portfolio of corporate partners, supporting the development of new partnerships, and integrating new relationships as they are established. Key areas of focus include generating income and expanding the charity’s reach through sponsorships, project funding, staff fundraising, brand licensing, training, and charity of the year initiatives.

About you:

As Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will play a pivotal role in implementing our corporate partnership strategy. You will oversee and manage a portfolio of existing corporate partners while working to secure new, high-value partnerships across various industries. This role offers the opportunity to build long-term, mutually beneficial relationships that contribute to both the charity's income growth and wider influence.

You will focus on a range of activities, including sponsorships, project funding, staff fundraising, and brand licensing partnerships. Collaborating with teams across the charity, you will create engaging proposals that align with the charity's strategic goals and resonate with corporate objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop a portfolio of existing corporate partners, ensuring strong relationships and partnership renewals.
• Deliver best-practice account management, providing partners with regular updates and exploring additional support opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create corporate supporter assets, such as website updates, PR materials, and social media content.
• Lead on formal stewardship plans to maximize partner engagement and value.
• Assist with the development and delivery of funding and sponsorship packages.
• Ensure all partnership activities are GDPR-compliant and maintain accurate records in CRM databases.
• Support new business efforts by contributing to proposals, pitches, and negotiations for prospective partners.

Essential skills:

• Demonstrable experience in corporate fundraising or partnerships, with a strong understanding of effective fundraising techniques.
• Proven experience in managing corporate partnerships, including account management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage complex workloads and meet deadlines.
• Strong financial skills, with the ability to develop and manage budgets.
• Experience building relationships with corporate stakeholders and developing compelling partnership proposals.
• Flexibility to travel across the UK and attend events as needed.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with CRM databases.
• A successful track record of generating income against targets.
• An established network of potential corporate partners.
• Interest in health-related issues and understanding of the pharmaceutical industry is a plus.