Strategic Partnerships Lead

IDA Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Gym/fitness studio access

3 days in Lewisham office

Annual leave 26 days

Job summary

IDA Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Partnership Manager for a voluntary sector organisation near Lewisham. The role blends remote work with three days in the nearby office, offering 35 hours per week and a salary between £35,000 and £40,000.

The successful candidate will drive income growth through corporate partnerships, sponsorships and broader fundraising initiatives. You will manage a portfolio of partners, develop high-quality proposals, and collaborate with programme and finance teams to

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate fundraising, partnerships, business development or account management in the non-profit/charity sector.
• Outstanding relationship builder with ability to engage, influence and build credibility with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience developing proposals, bids and funding applications and managing a funding pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research and develop new corporate partnership opportunities aligned with mission and priorities.
• Secure partnerships that provide financial, in-kind and strategic support for young people.
• Manage a portfolio of existing corporate partners with strong stewardship and impact reporting.
• Build relationships with corporate contacts at all levels and represent the organisation professionally.
• Develop proposals, sponsorship packages and presentations tailored to prospective partners.
• Support trust and foundation applications and contribute to fundraising targets.
• Collaborate with programme and communications teams to align funding with priorities and publish impact reports.
• Maintain accurate records of prospect activity, applications and engagement using the CRM.
• Monitor pipeline performance, income forecasts and progress toward KPIs.
• Ensure funder reporting meets timescales and standards and support leadership updates.

Skills

Corporate partnerships

Fundraising

Business development

Account management

Relationship building

Proposal writing

Stakeholder engagement

Pipeline management

Job description

IDA Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Partnership Manager for a voluntary sector organisation near Lewisham. The role blends remote work with three days in the nearby office, offering 35 hours per week and a salary between £35,000 and £40,000.

The successful candidate will drive income growth through corporate partnerships, sponsorships and broader fundraising initiatives. You will manage a portfolio of partners, develop high-quality proposals, and collaborate with programme and finance teams to