New Business, Partnerships and Innovation Manager

HARRIS HILL EXECUTIVE SEARCH; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity is seeking a New Business, Partnerships and Innovation Manager to lead business development initiatives and secure partnerships. This pivotal role emphasizes reducing reliance on grant funding and enhancing consultancy services. The ideal candidate will have a track record in partnerships and business development, with strong communication skills. This position is remote-based, offering a collaborative work culture focused on social equity and community-led change.

Qualifications

• Experience in partnerships, business development, or account management.
• Exceptional communication skills across various sectors.
• Proven ability to build long-term relationships.
• Proactive and entrepreneurial attitude toward innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business development and secure partnerships.
• Grow consultancy and reduce grant funding reliance.
• Support development of products and services for Community Land Trusts.
• Capture insights to boost scaling of innovations.
• Collaborate on funding proposals and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Business development

Partnerships

Philanthropy

Account management

Communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Social justice commitment

Job description

Harris Hill is proud to be partnering with the Community Land Trust Network to recruit a New Business, Partnerships and Innovation Manager — an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected national charity championing land justice, community ownership and social equity.

About the Role

Accountable to: Chief Executive Officer

Salary: £45,200–£55,200 (depending on skills and experience)

Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract, with potential to become permanent

Working Hours

• 3 days / 21 hours per week (with reduced duties), or

• 4 days / 28 hours per week

  Working pattern negotiable

Location: Remote/home-based

This newly created role will play a pivotal part in expanding the charity’s income and influence.

You will:

• Lead on new business development, nurturing existing supporters and securing new partnerships with developers, housing associations, local authorities, funders and other stakeholders.

• Shape and grow their consultancy and service offer, helping reduce reliance on grant funding.

• Support the roll‑out of their Growth Lab, working with practitioners and community groups to develop innovative models, products and services for Community Land Trusts.

• Capture insights, impact and learning to strengthen the case for scaling these innovations.

• Work closely with the CEO on funding proposals, partnership development and strategic initiatives.

This role offers variety, influence and the chance to help shape a major area of the charity’s future work. The team operates fully remotely, with a warm, collaborative culture and a strong focus on wellbeing.

About You

They are looking for someone who:

• Has experience in partnerships, business development, philanthropy or account management — and enjoys turning opportunities into long-term relationships.

• Communicates with clarity, confidence and professionalism across sectors including business, charity, local government and community groups.

• Is entrepreneurial, proactive and excited by innovation and co-creation.

• Shares a commitment to social justice, equity and community‑led change.

Key Dates

• Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026

• Interviews: Week commencing 12th January 2026

How to Apply

Please email Hannah at [e-mail] to request the full job pack, or you can download it directly from this advert. If you’d like to learn more about the role, you’re welcome to book a call with Hannah. Alternatively, you can simply send your CV and supporting statement which must follow the structure outlined in the job pack before the closing date, and Hannah will get in touch.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever‑improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.