Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager

CHARITY PEOPLE; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is recruiting a Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager to develop and deliver a strategy to secure mid- and high-value partnerships. This hybrid role involves building strong relationships with partners, overseeing income and expenditure budgets, and representing the organization in various settings. Ideal candidates should possess corporate fundraising experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to managing priorities. Join a passionate team making a real difference for people affected by spinal cord injury.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in winning new corporate business and managing high-value partnerships.
• Skilled in securing significant income and success in competitive pitches.
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the corporate fundraising strategy, focusing on securing long-term partnerships.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of corporate prospects and foster strong relationships.
• Account manage existing partners, delivering exceptional stewardship and impact reporting.

Skills

Corporate fundraising experience

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Creative and innovative thinking

Team collaboration

Job description

Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager

• Salary: £44,000 - £48,000
• Location: Hybrid or home-based, with agreed travel to London office and meetings
• Contract: Full-time, Permanent
• Brilliant benefits package

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a dynamic and ambitious charity supporting people affected by spinal cord injury, to recruit a Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager at an exciting time of growth and innovation.

The Charity

This organisation exists to transform the lives of people affected by spinal cord injury. Through life‑changing services, peer support, and advocacy, they empower individuals and families to rebuild confidence and independence. The organisation prides itself on the strength of its partnerships and the impact they create together. You'll join a passionate and collaborative Partnerships team working across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, promotions, sponsorship, and special events.

The Role

As an experienced and ambitious corporate fundraising professional, you will lead their corporate partnerships programme. In this pivotal role, you'll develop and deliver a strategy to secure and grow mid‑and high‑value, long‑term partnerships that align with the charity's mission. You'll build strong relationships with new and existing partners, create impactful projects, and collaborate across teams to maximise opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a critical income stream and make a tangible difference for people living with spinal cord injury.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and deliver their corporate fundraising strategy, focusing on securing long‑term, high‑value partnerships
• Build and maintain a pipeline of corporate prospects, driving new business and fostering strong relationships
• Account manage existing partners, delivering exceptional stewardship and impact reporting
• Lead on proposals, pitches, and partnership agreements, ensuring mutual expectations and compliance
• Oversee income and expenditure budgets, monitoring KPIs and ROI
• Champion collaborative working across the organisation to maximise opportunities
• Design and implement engaging corporate communications, including LinkedIn and social media campaigns
• Represent the organisation at meetings, events, and networking opportunities

About You

If you're a confident, strategic fundraiser with a proven track record in winning new corporate business and managing high‑value partnerships, this role could be the perfect next step. We'd love to hear from people who are:

• Experienced in corporate fundraising or comparable commercial/sales roles
• Skilled in securing significant income and success in competitive pitches
• Excellent communicators with outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Collaborative team players who are creative, innovative, and driven by impact
• Passionate about inclusion, social mobility, and making a difference

Why Join the team?

• Be part of a passionate team making a real difference for people affected by spinal cord injury
• Flexible working arrangements and supportive work‑life balance
• Generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, and additional benefits including life assurance and study leave
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values creativity and innovation

To Apply

To apply for this brilliant role, please send your CV to Kevin Croasdale at Charity People ([e-mail]) - if you have the skillset the team are looking for we will share further details and arrange a Teams call.

Key Details

• Closing Date January 9th

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform Kevin if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.

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 e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.