Corporate Partnerships Officer
Full-time 41 hours per week
Hybrid (at least 2 days per week on-site)
Permanent contract
£35,928 per annum
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on 17th March
About the role
Join a dynamic and friendly Development team helping to deliver some of the British Museum's most exciting upcoming activity. As Corporate Partnerships Officer, you'll play a key role in securing and managing corporate supporters for a wide range of innovative projects, from our flagship fundraising Gala to the once-in-a-generation Masterplan redevelopment of our gallery spaces. You'll also support an ambitious exhibitions schedule, including preparations for the landmark UK visit of the Bayeux Tapestry.
About you
We're looking for someone motivated, articulate and confident in building relationships with partners at all levels. You'll bring strong communication skills, excellent organisation and a flair for influencing and negotiating. You can manage multiple projects, respond quickly to changing priorities, and produce compelling proposals under tight deadlines. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy working across teams, and bring energy, creativity and professionalism to everything you do.
Key areas of responsibility
- Manage and grow a portfolio of corporate supporters, ensuring excellent stewardship, timely renewals and revenue growth.
- Build a strong pipeline of new prospects and move them through the fundraising cycle with well-researched, compelling proposals.
- Support major Museum projects - from high-profile exhibitions (including the Bayeux Tapestry) to the Masterplan - by securing and managing partners.
- Work collaboratively across departments to coordinate information, deliver benefits, support event activity and ensure high-quality relationship management.
- Produce accurate records, reports and communications, maintaining exceptional attention to detail and strong administrative standards.
Benefits
- Be a part of a world-renowned institution, where history, culture, and innovation come together!
- Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays.
- Exceptional Pension: Secure your future with one of the UK's most generous defined benefit schemes - guaranteed income for life.
- Cultural Perks: Free tickets to exhibitions, plus complimentary and discounted entry to leading museums and galleries worldwide.
- Financial Support: Interest-free travel loans and rental deposit loans.
- Wellbeing: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and wellbeing support.
- Everyday Extras: Paid 1-hour lunch break, subsidised staff canteen, and discounts in our gift shop.
Our Values
Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered. These are:
- Care Deeply
- Embrace the Unknown
- Spark Curiosity
- Value Many Voices
Additional details
If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details
*We may be able to provide visa sponsorship for this role, subject to meeting eligibility requirements. You can find out more about these .*
The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.
The Museum's aim is to hold a collection representative of world cultures and to ensure that the collection is housed in safety.



We are looking for a Corporate Fundraiser to maximise revenue, and build/maintain strong relationships with existing partners, making the most of a strong pipeline of prospects.
The ideal candidate will thrive when working autonomously and have excellent communication and negotiation skills with an interest in the arts and culture.
This is a London hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days a week in the office.
The Charity
A proactive arts charity, passionate about creating exceptional artistic experiences as well as delivering inspiring outreach projects in the local community. You will be joining an exciting organisation, with warm and collaborative working culture.
The Role
Source headline sponsorships for events and community programmes.
Identify, research and approach potential corporate prospects aligned with charitys mission and values including paid partnerships and in kind support.
Manage the delivery of partnership agreements, identifying opportunities to deepen engagement and ensuring all partners receive the appropriate level of stewardship and recognition.
Act as the main point of contact for existing corporate partners
Coordinate and manage corporate partner events/hospitality.
The Candidate
Experience in corporate partnerships and sponsorships, ideally within the arts, culture, or non-profit sectors.
Ability to create new leads and contacts with a creative approach to business income generation.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a collaborative but independent environment
Strong relationship-building and networking skills with the ability to engage with senior executives and provide high levels of customer care.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Do you have proven experience in public affairs, politics, campaigning, or the live music sector?
Are you passionate about music, live events or ticketing?
FEAT is a non-profit organisation campaigning for secure, promoter-authorised ticket resale across Europe. We represent live event professionals who promote some of the biggest names in music.
Since launching in 2019, we’ve helped to secure key provisions in EU law to regulate ticket resale, spoken at the European Parliament, developed reporting systems for illegal ticket listings, and published best practice guides for the sector. 2026 is a pivotal year for us as we work to ensure that ticket resale is considered as part of the EU’s upcoming Digital Fairness Act and other legislation.
FEAT is operated by the music business communications consultancy, Name PR. As part of a small team, you would take on the role of FEAT’s Campaign Coordinator to help run our day-to-day operations and progress our work on regulation, enforcement and best practice.
Based in London, the role is full-time, with occasional overtime required around visits to the European Parliament in Brussels, conferences and events.
Responsibilities
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Drafting position papers, consultation responses, and open letters in collaboration with the Director. You will help launch public campaigns and guides to shape the future of EU ticket resale.
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Develop a deep understanding of EU digital and consumer regulation, staying ahead of legislative changes, relevant legal cases and news.
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Build and maintain relationships with EU policymakers, stakeholders and partner associations.
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Learn about media relations, writing press releases and pitching.
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Keep our members informed through regular updates, emails, and by helping organise our Annual General Meeting (AGM), usually taking place in Barcelona.
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Attend national and international events across the EU (approximately every 3-6 months).
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Manage day-to-day administrative tasks, maintaining FEAT’s internal documentation.
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Manage FEAT’s online presence including website and social media.
Essential Requirements
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Experience in a public affairs, policy or legal role.
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Great communicator, ability to form positive relationships with members, policymakers and other stakeholders.
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Brilliant organisational skills – you’ll need to manage a full-on workload.
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Excellent writing and research skills.
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Ability to work independently, using your initiative to drive projects forward.
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Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
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An interest in live music or ticketing.
Desirable
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Knowledge of how the live music business works.
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Knowledge of EU political systems and the legislative process.
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IT skills including familiarity with Google Suite, WordPress, Canva, Mailchimp.
What you will get in return
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Career growth, with the potential to take on more responsibility and eventually lead the organisation.
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Opportunities to attend major industry conferences and events abroad.
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Generous personal wellness budget (covering gym membership or a wide range of other wellness related costs).
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Team socials (previous trips include Sonar Lisbon and ADE – Amsterdam Dance Event).
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Flexitime and hybrid working.
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20 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a day’s birthday leave and office closure between Christmas and New Year.
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Access to the Bike2Work scheme (saving on the cost of a new bike through a tax-efficient salary sacrifice).