Corporate Partnerships Manager

Venn Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A large charitable organisation in London is seeking an experienced corporate fundraising professional. You'll engage in account management and new business development, working to secure and grow corporate partnerships that drive the organisation’s mission forward. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising, with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. This permanent role offers a salary of £43,000 per annum and a hybrid working pattern with two days on-site.

Qualifications

• Track record of delivering against income targets in fundraising.
• Confidence engaging senior-level stakeholders.
• Understanding of corporate structures and CSR motivations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new corporate partnerships.
• Account manage and steward existing corporate relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams for successful fundraising efforts.

Skills

Proven track record of securing five-figure corporate partnerships

Strong experience in new business development

Excellent communication skills

Highly organised

Entrepreneurial mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced corporate fundraising professional to join a large charitable organisation on a permanent basis, supporting the Philanthropy Team in delivering high-impact corporate partnerships that help drive forward the organisation’s mission. This role will involve both account management and new business development, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to secure and grow corporate support.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new corporate partnerships through proactive outreach, tailored pitches, and compelling proposals
• Account manage and steward existing corporate relationships, maximising opportunities for growth and long-term engagement
• Lead and contribute to campaigns focused on specific programmes or areas of the charity’s work
• Collaborate with internal teams including Major Donor, Trusts, Marketing, Finance, and Service Heads to ensure joined-up fundraising efforts
• Conduct prospect research and develop cultivation plans for high-value corporate prospects
• Negotiate and agree funding packages and sponsorships, ensuring appropriate contracts and compliance
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on partnership performance, maintaining accurate records on CRM systems
• Support and attend events as required, including occasional evening and weekend work

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven track record of securing five-figure corporate partnerships and delivering against income targets
• Strong experience in both new business development and account management within a fundraising context
• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with confidence engaging senior-level stakeholders
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong networking and prospecting skills
• Understanding of corporate structures, CSR motivations, and partnership budgets
• Familiarity with fundraising compliance frameworks including GDPR and the Fundraising Regulator
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Empathy with the values and mission of charitable organisations

Location: London

Salary: £43,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Hybrid, 2 days per week on-site

This vacancy is being actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.