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Head of corporate partnerships
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About the Role
We are seeking a Head of Corporate Partnerships to transform and scale our corporate income. This role is full time, based at our King’s Cross office in London, with hybrid working in place. The successful candidate will work 2–3 days per week on site, with the remainder worked remotely.
This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for developing and delivering an ambitious corporate fundraising strategy that builds a sustainable pipeline of six and seven-figure, multi-year partnerships.
You will diversify and grow income across strategic partnerships, charity of the year initiatives, corporate grants, commercial partnerships and innovative new opportunities — securing long-term, transformational support for Sense.
What You’ll Lead
Strategic Income Growth
- Develop and deliver an ambitious corporate fundraising strategy.
- Build and manage a sustainable pipeline of multi-year six and seven-figure partnerships.
- Diversify corporate income streams to ensure long-term resilience.
- Develop compelling, high-impact proposals and presentations that inspire corporate investment.
Leadership & Culture
- Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing corporate partnerships team.
- Coach managers to drive accountability, innovation and continuous improvement.
- Model inclusive, values-led leadership and embed co-production in how we work.
- Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, aligning corporate strategy with organisational goals.
Performance & Governance
- Take full accountability for budgets, forecasting and income targets.
- Monitor KPIs and performance indicators, taking action to ensure success.
- Lead cross-team strategic projects to strengthen collaboration and shared learning.
- Ensure compliance with the Fundraising Regulator Code of Conduct, GDPR and data protection requirements.
About You
You are a strategic and commercially astute fundraising leader with a proven track record of transforming corporate income.
You will bring:
- Demonstrable success in securing and managing six and seven-figure, multi-year partnerships.
- Experience leading both new business and account management functions.
- Significant leadership experience within the not-for-profit sector.
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis.
- Experience using data and insight to drive decision-making (ideally Power BI, MS Dynamics or similar).
- Outstanding communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
- A values-led leadership approach that authentically includes people with lived experience.
- The ability to operate confidently within a large, complex organisation.
You will also be willing to travel across the UK and attend occasional evening and weekend events.
About Sense
We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
To apply
Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world.



Actively Interviewing
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Urban Designer
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Urban Designer
Location England North
£32,596 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Ref: 62REC
Full time 37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working
Base: Hybrid within a commutable distance of Sefton and Bootle, and the opportunity to work at your nearest Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Hub
Contract: Permanent
Disclosure: Enhanced DBS is required for this position as the post holder will be working with school and community groups in the region. We will pay for this for the successful candidate and support them to apply.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Team: Delivery/ Infrastructure
As an Urban Designer, you will use your technical skills and experience to help deliver complex projects. You will work with minimal supervision, using your recognised expertise to produce accurate technical outputs and resources to support co-design activities. One of your first projects will be part of the team engaging with schools and local communities in Bootle, Sefton, to do engagement-led design work to improve neighbourhoods around schools, for active travel.
Your creative problem-solving skills and technical knowledge will play an important role in supporting the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust’s mission to create high quality and sustainable infrastructure.
You will work within a multidisciplinary team of designers, engineers, and technicians in the Infrastructure Directorate, as well as colleagues in other Directorates. In the team, you will provide support throughout the design and delivery of projects and programmes that align with the Trust’s strategic priorities. Your work will contribute to creating places that are safe, accessible, and enjoyable for people to walk, wheel, and cycle.
What You’ll Be Doing
- You will work with internal and external partners, as well as regulatory authorities, throughout each project. This includes facilitation of school and community engagement activities.
- You will use innovative and sustainable design and construction practices in all your work.
- You will take responsibility for managing straightforward projects.
- You will use your recognised technical expertise to produce clear and accurate project outputs, and collaborative design activities.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys turning creative ideas into real, positive change. You will help shape safer and more inclusive streets and neighbourhoods. You will work closely with communities and schools to understand their needs and make walking, wheeling, and cycling safer, easier, and more enjoyable for everyone.
If you like fast paced, purposeful design work and want to see your ideas make a clear and visible impact, this role will be a great fit for you.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.
- You will have a degree in a relevant subject such as Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, or another clearly relevant specialism. You can also meet this requirement with two years of experience after your degree, or with five years of relevant work experience without a degree.
- You will have a working understanding of healthy street design, including inclusive design principles and a holistic approach to creating safe and accessible places.
- You will have strong communication skills and be able to explain information clearly to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
- You will have experience working on projects that involve meaningful community engagement and codesign with local people.
- The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
- You will have experience in using design software programmes such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, PS, AutoCAD and GIS.
LIVING OUR VALUES
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:
Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement.
Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.
Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.
Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.
Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.
WHAT WE OFFER
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.
Wellbeing Support
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
- Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
- Free, confidential support service available 24/7
- Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme
Financial Benefits
- Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part‑time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays.
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
- Bike, computer and season ticket loans
- Discount benefits
- London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly Policies
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Application deadline: 23:59, 15 March 2026
- Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 23 March 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
- We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
- Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
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