Business and Partnerships Executive

Willen Hospice; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days leave?

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Professional development

Job summary

Willen Hospice in Milton Keynes is seeking a confident Business & Partnerships Executive to grow our portfolio of business supporters through sponsorship, events and payroll giving. You’ll build lasting partnerships, manage accounts, and deliver compelling stories of our impact across local businesses.

With a salary circa £28,000 per annum and a 35-hour week, the role involves occasional evenings and weekends to support events.

Qualifications

• Experienced in relationship management, fundraising, business development, account management or customer service.
• A confident communicator who engages business contacts, donors and community members with clarity, warmth and professionalism.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle competing deadlines and accounts.
• Comfortable using CRM systems and data to prioritise relationships and spot new opportunities.
• Knowledgeable about what motivates businesses to give, including corporate social responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a portfolio of business supporters, providing professional, personalised account management so every partner feels valued and informed.
• Research and approach new businesses, shaping tailored partnership proposals and growing a strong pipeline of future support.
• Create opportunities for companies to get involved through sponsorship, events, staff fundraising, payroll giving, cause‑related marketing and gifts in kind.
• Deliver stewardship plans that deepen relationships and encourage multi‑year support.
• Represent the Hospice at networking events, meetings and corporate events, working with Fundraising, Marketing and Supporter Care colleagues to share compelling stories of our impact.
• Keep accurate CRM records to support planning and reporting, ensuring all activity meets fundraising regulations and Hospice policies.

Skills

Relationship management

Fundraising

Business development

Account management

CRM systems

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Donor relations

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Job Summary

Location Willen Hospice - Milton Keynes Salary Salary circa £28,000 per annum Working pattern 35 hours per week (some evening and weekend work required) Closing Date Friday, November 6, 2026

Build partnerships that keep our care free for local people

We’re looking for a confident, people-focused relationship builder to join Willen Hospice as our Business & Partnerships Executive. You’ll help local businesses connect with our cause, developing long-term partnerships through sponsorship, events, staff fundraising, cause‑related marketing and gifts in kind.

As part of our Strategic Fundraising & Partnerships, you’ll look after a portfolio of business supporters and build a healthy pipeline of new ones, making sure every partner feels valued, understood and connected to the difference they make.

If you enjoy building relationships, spotting opportunities and seeing the impact of your work in your own community, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Build and manage a portfolio of business supporters, providing professional, personalised account management so every partner feels valued and informed.

• Research and approach new businesses, shaping tailored partnership proposals and growing a strong pipeline of future support.

• Create opportunities for companies to get involved through sponsorship, events, staff fundraising, payroll giving, cause‑related marketing and gifts in kind.

• Deliver stewardship plans that deepen relationships and encourage multi‑year support.

• Represent the Hospice at networking events, meetings and corporate events, working with Fundraising, Marketing and Supporter Care colleagues to share compelling stories of our impact.

• Keep accurate Customer Relationship Management (CRM) records to support planning and reporting, ensuring all activity meets fundraising regulations and Hospice policies.

We’re looking for someone who is:

Skills and Experience

• Experienced in relationship management, fundraising, business development, account management or customer service.

• A confident communicator who engages business contacts, donors and community members with clarity, warmth and professionalism.

• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle competing deadlines and accounts.

• Comfortable using CRM systems and data to prioritise relationships and spot new opportunities.

• Knowledgeable about what motivates businesses to give, including corporate social responsibility.

An awareness of charity sector practices and fundraising standards is important, and we’ll support your ongoing professional development.

Job Profile

Job Profile document

About the organisation

Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist palliative care in the Milton Keynes area. We offer round‑the‑clock, expert care to local patients with a life‑limiting illness, both in their own homes and in our In‑Patient Unit. Our passionate staff and volunteers make sure our care is personalised to each patient’s needs and supports their loved ones too. We have a thriving Therapeutic & Wellbeing service providing counselling, physiotherapy, activity groups and more, and a specialist Lymphoedema service. As a registered charity, we raise vital funds through our dedicated Income Generation team and our growing portfolio of high street and online shops, to ensure our care stays free of charge.

Benefits

Why join us?

• A role with purpose – be part of a team delivering outstanding palliative care.

• Supportive and caring environment – work with passionate colleagues.

• Great benefits package – generous annual leave entitlementstarting at35 days(inclusive of statutory and bank holidays),contributorypension scheme, enhanced maternity/sick pay, and ongoing professional development.

• Perks and extras – free on‑site parking, subsidised catering, Blue Light Card discounts (with membership), and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Ready to build partnerships that make a difference?

A full, valid UK driving licence and aged 25 or over, in line with our insurance requirements, is required as this role involves regular travel across Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.