Head of Corporate Partnerships & Growth

Candlelighters; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Candlelighters in Leeds is seeking a Corporate Partnerships Manager to lead a growing fundraising function. The role focuses on developing and delivering the corporate fundraising strategy, managing budgets, and building high-value relationships.

The post holder will line-manage the Partnerships Development Manager and Partnerships Executive, blending commercial drive with a values-led approach and travelling across Yorkshire as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small corporate fundraising team while delivering income through business development and high-quality account management.
• Combine commercial confidence with a values-led approach to partnership fundraising.
• Develop and deliver the corporate fundraising strategy, manage the corporate income and expenditure budget, and oversee the performance of the corporate fundraising team.
• Maintain a portfolio of high-value corporate relationships and business development opportunities, securing partnerships contributing to the charity's long-term ambitions.

Job description

Candlelighters in Leeds is seeking a Corporate Partnerships Manager to lead a growing fundraising function. The role focuses on developing and delivering the corporate fundraising strategy, managing budgets, and building high-value relationships.

The post holder will line-manage the Partnerships Development Manager and Partnerships Executive, blending commercial drive with a values-led approach and travelling across Yorkshire as needed.