Strategic Partnerships Lead — Corporate Growth

Rethink Mental Illness; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rethink Mental Illness seeks an experienced Partnerships Lead to drive a corporate partnerships portfolio and deliver sustainable income growth. This role sits in the fundraising team and operates in London on a hybrid basis, with office presence two days per week.

You'll lead a team, shape partnerships strategy, and collaborate with senior colleagues to maximise partner value and impact. A proven track record in partnerships, budgeting, and data-driven decision-making is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing complex partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
• Experience analysing performance data and using insights to drive decisions.
• Strong budgeting and forecasting capabilities and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Partnership Delivery Team to achieve fundraising objectives.
• Manage a portfolio of high-value corporate partners and identify growth opportunities.
• Develop compelling propositions, reports, and impact stories for supporters.
• Support financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and budget management.

Skills

Partnership management

Team leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Communication

Job description

Rethink Mental Illness seeks an experienced Partnerships Lead to drive a corporate partnerships portfolio and deliver sustainable income growth. This role sits in the fundraising team and operates in London on a hybrid basis, with office presence two days per week.

You'll lead a team, shape partnerships strategy, and collaborate with senior colleagues to maximise partner value and impact. A proven track record in partnerships, budgeting, and data-driven decision-making is essential.