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