Corporate Partnership Development Executive

Action for Children; England; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 32,333; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Professional qualifications and training opportunities

Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages

Pension with up to 7% employer contribution

Staff discount portal

Job summary

A children's charity is seeking a Corporate Partnership Development Executive to build sustainable partnerships with organizations. This hybrid position in London offers the chance to grow within a collaborative team. Key responsibilities include developing relationships, contributing to proposals, and supporting the Partnership Development team. Ideal candidates should have entry-level experience in fundraising or sales and demonstrate a proactive attitude and strong interpersonal skills. A rewarding career with professional development awaits you.

Qualifications

• Experience collaborating in team settings.
• Self-motivated and engaged individual.
• Passionate about charity work.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to Partnership Development Team's pipeline.
• Create tailored proposals and pitches.

Skills

Entry level experience in fundraising

Experience in corporate communication

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Computer literate

Tools

MS Office packages

Job description

Corporate Partnership Development Executive

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Base pay range

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Salary: c£29,000 plus £3,333 Inner London Allowance per annum.

Location: London. (Hybrid working).

Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week.

• 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave.
• Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities.
• Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages.
• Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover.
• Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailer's discounts.

Why Action for Children?

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It is the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives.

A bit about the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Action for Children as a Corporate Partnership Development Executive. You will build sustainable relationships with organisations that will result in long-term, high-value corporate partnerships that raise both income and brand visibility for Action for Children.

How you'll help to create brighter futures by:

• Develop excellent relationships with key internal and external stakeholders in order to ensure a collaborative approach and drive positive outcomes for Partnership Development.
• Contribute to the Partnership Development Team’s pipeline.
• Contribute to the Corporate Partnerships Team target by conducting the full sales cycle concerning prospect approaches.
• Create top-quality proposals and pitches tailored to the opportunity.
• Support the Partnership Development team’s strategic focus by researching and reporting on potential strategic brand partnerships.
• Support activity of the Partnership Development team.
• Administrative support of the Partnership Development team’s activities and processes, including but not limited to managing the Charity of the Year pipeline.

Let's talk about you

It's an exciting time to join the Corporate Partnership Team at Action for Children, and we are looking for a collaborative, energised and forward-thinking individual to join our ambitious team of fundraising professionals.

• Entry level experience working within a fundraising, sales or new business environment at a charity or in the commercial sector.
• Experience of researching, identifying and communicating with corporates and prospects.
• Experience of working collaboratively.
• Self-motivated, proactive and creative attitude.
• Demonstrable interpersonal skills and ability to engage with individuals at all levels.
• Passionate about working in the charity sector.
• Computer literate including knowledge of MS Office packages.

Please see the Job Description for the full list of accountabilities and requirements.

Good to know

Application Process

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion

At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.

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Closing Date: Wednesday 7th January 2026.

1st stage Interviews will be week commencing 12th January 2026.

2nd stage interviews will be held week commencing 19th January 2026.

Job Description

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Action for Children Employee Benefits

AfC Commitment Statement

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Non-profit Organization Management