About the Role
The Corporate Partnerships Manager will lead the development & delivery of the organisation’s corporate partnerships programme, driving sustainable income growth & long‑term business relationships. Working within the Fundraising & Communications team, you will identify, secure & manage value‑aligned partnerships while building a strong pipeline of high‑value opportunities including Charity of the Year partnerships, sponsorship, employee fundraising, corporate volunteering & commercial collaborations, to generate meaningful support & create lasting impact for people experiencing homelessness in the community.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Income Growth
- Lead the delivery of the organisation’s corporate partnerships strategy
- Build & manage a pipeline of prospective partners
- Identify sectors & businesses aligned with organisational goals
- Contribute to income forecasting & budget planning
New Business Development
- Research, approach & secure new corporate partnerships
- Develop tailored proposals, pitches & partnership packages
- Represent the organisation at networking events & business forums
- Build relationships with senior decision‑makers across the region
Relationship Management
- Work with the Corporate Partnerships & Engagement Coordinator to deliver excellent partner stewardship
- Provide impact reporting, updates & engagement opportunities
- Identify opportunities to grow partnerships into multi‑year support
Collaboration & Integration
- Work with colleagues across the organisation to support partnership delivery
- Contribute to corporate materials, case studies & engagement assets.
- Ensure all partnerships reflect organisational values & a person‑centred approach
Monitoring & Governance
- Track income, KPIs & pipeline progress, reporting to the Head of Partnerships & Philanthropy
- Produce impact reports for partners
- Conduct due diligence on prospective partners.
- Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations & best practice
What You’ll Need?
Essential
- Experience in corporate fundraising, business development or B2B relationship management
- Proven success securing new partnerships & generating income
- Strong communication, influencing & presentation skills
- Excellent proposal writing & strategic thinking
- Ability to manage a pipeline, prioritise & work proactively
- Collaborative, self‑motivated & target‑driven
- Commitment to the organisation’s mission & values
Desirable
- Experience in the charity or social impact sector
- Knowledge of the South Essex business landscape
- Experience developing Charity of the Year partnerships
- Understanding of homelessness or community‑based services
What’s in it for you?
- £35,909 rising incrementally to £38,411
- Southend / hybrid
- Annual Leave 33 days including bank holiday
- Blue Light Card
- Pension Scheme
- A day off to celebrate your birthday!
- 24/7 Digital GP Access
- Employment Assistance Programme
- Training & Development
Please note that interviews will be held week commencing 13th April. Please contact Sophie Barnes for more information.
