Partnership and Sponsorship Manager

CHARITY PEOPLE; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A national medical society in Battersea, London is seeking a Partnership & Sponsorship Manager to develop a strategic income-generating function. The ideal candidate will drive six-figure sponsorship income, build relationships with key partners, and innovate new income streams. This full-time role offers hybrid working, generous annual leave, and a positive team culture focused on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Hybrid working

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record of securing high-value sponsorships and partnerships.
• Experience in non-profit sectors is desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Driving six-figure sponsorship income across events and publications.
• Identifying and securing strategic partnerships aligned with the organisation’s mission.
• Leading negotiations, managing contracts, and ensuring ROI.

Skills

Relationship building

Commercial acumen

Excellent communication

Innovative mindset

Job description

Partnership & Sponsorship Manager
Hybrid – Battersea, London
£46,000 PA | Full-time, 2-year fixed contract – with scope to become permanent

Join a respected national medical society at a pivotal moment in its growth. Based near the iconic Battersea Power Station, this organisation offers excellent transport links and a vibrant local area, along with a mission-driven culture focused on advancing healthcare, research, and public engagement.

This newly created role presents an exciting opportunity to shape and lead a strategic income-generating function. The society serves as the UK’s professional and academic home for allergy and clinical immunology, with over 1,000 members and growing influence across the sector.

About the Role

This is a high-impact opportunity for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting commercial opportunities, and crafting compelling sponsorship propositions. You’ll work closely with the CEO and wider team to develop and deliver a robust sponsorship and partnership strategy, targeting pharmaceutical companies, food brands, retailers, and beyond.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving six-figure sponsorship income across events and publications.
• Identifying and securing strategic partnerships aligned with the organisation’s mission.
• Leading negotiations, managing contracts, and ensuring ROI.
• Exploring new income streams including grants and co-branded campaigns.

What You’ll Bring

• A proven track record of securing high-value sponsorships and partnerships.
• Experience in non-profit sectors (desirable).
• Strong commercial acumen and excellent communication skills.
• A proactive, innovative mindset and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• A consultative approach, understanding the importance of fostering long-term relationships.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a tangible difference in a mission-driven organisation, while enjoying the autonomy to shape a new function.

What’s Offered

• Hybrid working (2 days in-office: Mondays & Wednesdays)
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme & financial advice
• Life assurance, TOIL, CPD opportunities
• Season ticket loan, bike storage, and parking access
• A supportive, inclusive team culture

Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background—age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender identity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, and more. Greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.