Head of Partnerships

  • The Portfolio Group
  • Burbage, Leicestershire
  • Feb 19, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

I'm currently supporting a market-leading consultancy group in the search for a commercially focused Head of Partnerships!

This is a senior, board-visible role with genuine influence over national growth strategy. If you're a partnership builder who thrives on opening doors, structuring commercial agreements and driving revenue through strategic alliances - this is a standout opportunity.

My client is part of a globally recognised advisory group established in the 1980s, now supporting over 100,000 organisations worldwide. They specialise in outsourced HR, Employment Law and Health & Safety consultancy services, providing hands-on advice, compliance support and risk management solutions to SMEs and corporate clients.

With an established brand reputation, strong recurring revenue model and ambitious expansion plans, partnerships are a critical growth channel for the next phase of scale.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly into senior leadership, you'll take ownership of the partnerships function - growing existing national agreements while securing new strategic relationships across the UK.

This is a highly commercial role focused on revenue generation, influence and long-term relationship building.

You'll be engaging with:

  • Trade bodies and federations
  • Membership organisations
  • Industry associations
  • Introducer networks
  • Corporate affinity partnerships

You will shape commercial frameworks, negotiate introducer agreements and ensure partnership performance is maximised through close collaboration with sales and marketing teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Expand and optimise existing strategic partnerships
  • Identify and secure new national partner agreements
  • Engage and present at senior and board level
  • Negotiate commercial introducer contracts
  • Deliver weekly and monthly MI reporting
  • Prepare tenders, proposals and commercial documentation
  • Work cross-functionally with sales, marketing and operations
  • Drive measurable revenue performance through the partner channel

What We're Looking For

  • Proven track record in partnership development and commercial growth
  • Experience working with trade associations or membership bodies
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills
  • Confident presenting at board or C-suite level
  • Data-driven with the ability to produce clear performance reporting
  • Exposure to HR, Employment Law or Health & Safety sectors advantageous
  • Highly self-motivated, target-driven and relationship-focused

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior partnerships professional ready to step into a role with real impact, autonomy and earning potential.

If you're open to a confidential conversation, I'd be pleased to share further details.

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