Corporate Partnerships Manager

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