Strategic Partnerships Director — Boardroom Impact (Hybrid)

IPS Group Limited; Bradley Stoke; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Private medical cover

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Income protection

Job summary

IPS Group Limited seeks a Strategic Relationship Director to own and grow high-profile corporate partnerships within a FCA-regulated financial services context. You will lead affinity schemes, AR frameworks, and delegated authority with governance at the core, while engaging senior stakeholders and guiding portfolio strategy.

Split time between the Cheltenham office and a home setup, with regular travel to London and client sites.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing FCA-regulated corporate partnerships.
• Strong background in affinity schemes, delegated authority, or AR frameworks.
• Proven ability to influence at board level and manage senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted adviser to CEOs, MDs and board members to shape strategic direction.
• Drive commercial performance through portfolio planning and cross-selling.
• Lead governance and compliance for AR networks and ensure FCA alignment.
• Represent the business and coordinate with internal operations and compliance teams.

Skills

Corporate partnerships

Account leadership

FCA regulatory knowledge

C-suite stakeholder management

Job description

IPS Group Limited seeks a Strategic Relationship Director to own and grow high-profile corporate partnerships within a FCA-regulated financial services context. You will lead affinity schemes, AR frameworks, and delegated authority with governance at the core, while engaging senior stakeholders and guiding portfolio strategy.

Split time between the Cheltenham office and a home setup, with regular travel to London and client sites.