Partnerships' Manager

Arts Council England; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Arts Council England is seeking a dynamic Partnerships Manager to drive corporate partnerships, secure income, and support long-term sustainability. You will lead development, management, and delivery of partnerships, aligning with our charitable objectives.

Working with the Head of Partnerships, you will manage a portfolio of partners, deliver tailored proposals, negotiate agreements, and report on activity.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering successful partnerships and meeting targets.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage corporate partnerships to generate income and visibility.
• Identify opportunities, prepare tailored proposals, and negotiate agreements.
• Coordinate delivery of partnership activities and maintain accurate records.
• Report on activity and monitor market trends to maximise value.

Skills

Sales targets

Relationship management

Organisation

Project management

Communication skills

Negotiation

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Spektrix

Job description

Thu, 10 Sep 2026">published - Thu, 10 Sep 2026

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Partnerships’ Manager to help drive the growth and long-term sustainability of our charity. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development, management, and delivery of impactful corporate partnerships that make a real difference.

Job Description

The Partnerships' Manager is responsible for generating income and supporting organisational growth through the development and management of corporate partnerships. The role focuses on securing new business while maintaining and growing existing relationships, ensuring partnerships deliver value for both the organisation and corporate supporters.
Working closely with the Head of Partnerships, the postholder will manage a portfolio of partners, providing excellent account management and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships. They will identify opportunities to increase engagement, secure investment, and maximise the potential of each partnership.
Key responsibilities include understanding partner objectives, developing tailored partnership proposals, supporting contract negotiations, and securing long-term financial investment. The Partnerships' Manager will help create innovative collaborations that align with organisational goals and deliver measurable outcomes.
The role requires close collaboration with teams across the organisation to identify and maximise partnership opportunities. Acting as a key point of contact, the postholder will ensure effective communication and successful delivery of partnership activities.
The Partnerships' Manager will also research market trends, industry developments, and new business opportunities to support partnership growth. Regular reporting and stakeholder updates will be required to monitor activity and maintain strong relationships.
Strong organisational and administrative skills are essential. The postholder will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, contracts, reports, and account information within Spektrix, ensuring all partnership data is up to date and compliant.
The role combines business development, account management, stakeholder engagement, and partnership delivery to build sustainable corporate relationships that generate income, enhance visibility, and support the charity's long-term success.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have experience achieving sales or fundraising targets and managing successful partnerships, with a strong focus on building positive, long-term relationships. They will be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver excellent account management.

Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills are essential, along with attention to detail and confidence using Microsoft Office. Experience of researching prospective partners and using CRM systems would be an advantage.

We are looking for a proactive, collaborative team player who takes ownership, enjoys achieving results, and is motivated by continuous improvement. A genuine enthusiasm for supporting a charitable cause, alongside an appreciation of the arts, science, and culture, is important.

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) or relevant partnerships experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

The Partnerships' Manager is responsible for developing and managing corporate partnerships that generate income, increase visibility, and support the organisation's charitable objectives. The role involves securing new business, growing existing partnerships, and delivering excellent account management to ensure long-term, mutually beneficial relationships. Working closely with the Head of Partnerships and colleagues across the organisation, the postholder will identify opportunities, develop tailored proposals, negotiate partnership agreements, and coordinate the delivery of partnership activities. Responsibilities also include researching potential partners, monitoring market trends, maintaining regular stakeholder communication, producing reports, and ensuring accurate records are maintained within systems like Spektrix. The role requires a proactive, collaborative approach focused on achieving results and maximising partnership value.