Manager of Corporate Relations

Houston Symphony Society; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Symphony Society is seeking a Manager of Corporate Relations to identify, cultivate, and solicit corporate partners while deepening relationships with current donors to support the organization’s growth and community programs.

This full‑time, exempt role reports to the Director of Institutional Giving in the Development department, requires a 4‑year degree and at least two years of fundraising experience, and demands excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills with occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of two years fundraising experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Great attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects with quality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison and relationship manager for corporate entities for financial and in-kind support.
• Manage a portfolio of corporate donors to support fundraising goals.
• Assist in developing a strategic plan for acquiring, renewing, and increasing funding.
• Prepare letters of inquiry, proposals, reports, and other communications for corporate donors.
• Coordinate corporate recognition with Development and Marketing/Communications teams.
• Coordinate recognition approval process with corporate partners.
• Identify new corporate prospects and perform preliminary research on potential donors.
• Attend concerts and donor events as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship management

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

Manager of Corporate Relations

Location

Esperson, Houston, TX 77002

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Salary

$65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Department

Development

Reports To

Director of Institutional Giving

Status

Full-time, Exempt

Summary

The Manager of Corporate Relations is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospective corporate partners, as well as maintaining and deepening relationships with current corporate donors to support the growth of the Houston Symphony.

Essential Job Functions

• Serve as a key liaison and relationship manager for corporate entities that have the potential to provide financial and in‑kind support for community engagement initiatives
• Manage a portfolio of corporate donors to support the fundraising goals of the Institutional Giving department
• With the Director of Institutional Giving, assist in the development of a strategic plan for maintaining and building corporate relationships, including an annual plan for acquisition, renewal, and increased funding
• Prepare letters of inquiry, proposals, reports, and other relevant communications as needed for corporate donors
• Coordinate corporate recognition benefits with appropriate Development colleagues and the Marketing/Communications department
• Coordinate recognition approval process with corporate partners
• Identify new corporate prospects and conduct preliminary research on potential new donors
• Attend concerts and donor events as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of two years fundraising experience
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities
• Great attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects while maintaining an outstanding standard of quality and accuracy in completion of job functions
• Strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy and tact in interacting with a diverse group of individuals
• Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to work some nights and weekends
• Interest in and knowledge of classical music is a plus