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Join Wings for Life and take the lead in shaping one of the most exciting and impactful corporate partnership portfolios in the charity sector. You will help manage the growth and delivery of a diverse range of high-profile corporate partnerships and premium brand collaborations. You will help inspire partners, engage brands, and generate vital funds to find a cure for spinal cord injury.
The partnerships portfolio will span our full tier of existing corporate partners, including leading the day-to-day management, organisation and activation of our high-profile partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing. You will also play a vital role in managing the expansion of corporate partnerships for our global flagship event the Wings for Life World Run. Alongside this, supporting the Senior Partnerships Manager on our wider corporate new business strategy.
This is a unique opportunity for a high-performing and highly organised partnership manager to join Wings for Life at a pivotal moment in its partnership development and play a vital role in the growth of the Wings for Life partnerships team.
What we’re looking for
We are seeking a driven, proactive professional with a proven track record of managing complex partnerships across the private or third sectors, with a firm grasp of corporate fundraising.
You have a history in identifying, researching and securing high value partnerships to help maximise corporate income opportunities, and creating a tailored approach to each one. Strong communication skills are key, particularly the ability to draft and deliver pitches to diverse audiences and build productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
This role requires the ability to manage multiple projects at one time and operate effectively under pressure within a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be highly goal-oriented, resilient in the face of challenges, and capable of balancing competing priorities. We are looking for a collaborative, flexible team player who is aligned with our charitable mission and dedicated to driving positive outcomes.
While formal educational credentials are secondary to practical, relevant experience, a keen interest in Formula 1 and the premium lifestyle sector is highly desirable.
Wings for Life have one sole mission: to find a cure for spinal cord injury. As the charity partner of Red Bull, 100% of our fundraising goes directly to scientific research as they cover all our costs.



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Job Title: Corporate Partnerships Manager (Account Management)
Reporting To: Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager
Salary Range:£40,000 - £44,000 (Dependent upon experience)
Contract Type: Permanent, full time
Location: London and Hybrid, with weekly visits to our sites across London (mainly to Old Street and Canary Wharf)
Working days/hours per week: 35 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
About Us
The Felix Project and FareShare have recently merged to form the UK's largest food redistribution charity. Its vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry.
The organisation rescues high quality edible surplus food, from across the food industry and gets it to over 8,000 organisations across the UK who are working to strengthen communities and improve lives.
The charity manages seven depots across London, Suffolk, Merseyside and Hampshire and works with 16 network partners who operate a further 26 regional depots across the UK.
Over the next year our ambition is to rescue enough food nationally to provide nearly 200 million meals, turning an environmental problem into social good with measurable impact for people, planet, and the economy.
Purpose of the Job
This role will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of corporate partners, delivering high quality account management that deepens engagement and maximises income. The role develops tailored partnership plans, ensures seamless transitions from new business to account management, and collaborates across internal teams to deliver multi-faceted partnerships that align with organisational priorities.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of existing corporate partners, delivering first rate account management across partnership types including Charity of the Year, commercial brand campaigns and retail partnerships.
- Develop and implement bespoke stewardship and cultivation plans that maximise partnership value, support organisational priorities and meet agreed income targets and KPIs
- Engage key internal stakeholders across the organisation to craft mutually beneficial and strategic partnerships in line with both team and organisational strategic goals.
- Prepare and develop compelling presentations, pitches and proposals; negotiate bespoke benefits packages and lead renewal discussions.
- Establish and monitor partnership milestones, ensuring timely delivery and high standards of reporting financial management and record keeping (including Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics and contract management).
- Work collaboratively with New Business, Development, Income Generation and wider internal stakeholders including Food, Operations and Marcomms.
- Ensure compliance with GDPR, fundraising regulations and ethical gift policies, legal requirements and internal compliance practices.
- Represent fundraising on internal working groups and undertake training to maintain up-to-date knowledge relevant to the role.
- Potential to take online management responsibility.
Recruitment Timeline
We reserve the right to close advertisements early and we might assess candidates and arranging interviews as applications comes in, so please apply as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this opportunity.
Due to the anticipated large number of applicants, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of your application, we regret to inform you that your application has been unsuccessful. Consequently, will not be able to provide feedback.
We deliver this surplus food to charities and schools so they can provide healthy meals and help the most vulnerable in our society.



About parkrun
parkrun is a health and wellbeing charity and our vision is to create a healthier and happier
planet.
Since our conception in 2004, parkrun has evolved into a global social movement with a
vibrant and inclusive community at its core. As of 2024, we have recorded over 100-million
instances of walking, jogging, running, and volunteering.
Our mission is to transform lives by empowering people to be active, together, outdoors in
their local community; and to protect parkrun for the generations to come. Each and every
weekend, we deliver free, weekly timed events that people of all ages and backgrounds can
join in. By tackling barriers to participation, we encourage communities to come together
and embrace regular physical activity.
Now in its 21st year, parkrun spans over 2,600 locations in 21 countries with more than 10
million people registered, and counting.
And we have really only just begun.
Brief role description:
The Head of Partner Management role is responsible for leading on and strengthening
relationships with parkrun's corporate partners (external) both in the UK and globally. This
role involves maintaining and developing partnerships through regular face-to-face
meetings and communications, identifying opportunities to enhance revenue and value, and
ensuring partners align with parkrun's strategy. The role exists within the Commercial &
Fundraising team supporting global staff to ensure best practice across parkrun Global
partner footprint. As a senior staff member you will work with various teams to execute
successful partner campaigns and deliver partner’s rights. You will also support and on
identifying new sponsors and opportunities with corporates to increase revenue to parkrun.
Main responsibilities:
● Working with local partnership managers, manage and grow relationships with
parkrun’s global commercial partners ensuring strong collaboration and mutual
benefit.
● Develop parkrun’s account management processes and documentation globally with
an aim to be world class, using KPI and objective planning, data to measure
performance and ensuring regional partnership managers successfully achieve the
objectives of partners in their region.
● Create, manage and implement campaigns on behalf of partners, monitor and report
on performance of these campaigns and ensure the delivery of contracted rights.
Ensure best practice from these campaigns is shared across the parkrun territories.
● Work with Global Head of Commercial & Fundraising to identify, negotiate and on
board new partners and take a lead on renewing contracts with existing partners.
● Explore innovative ideas to enhance the rights offered to partners and identify
opportunities to increase value. Lead on exploring how parkrun can work with the
corporate sector; identifying opportunities that drive income not only from rights but
alignment with parkrun’s charitable mission.
● Build and manage a small, fast-paced, high-performance and collaborative team that
champions parkrun’s partners and their work.
Stay up to date with industry trends within the sports and charity sector, engage in
sector networking, and ensure parkrun adopts best practices in sponsorship
management to maximise partnerships and maintain a competitive edge
Expectations of a line managers at parkrun:
● Will have regular 1:1s with direct reports.
● Will set objectives for direct reports / team.
● Will provide regular feedback and developmental guidance.
● Will plan teams’ workload and availability.
● Will play a role in recruitment and selection and work with the People & Culture
team to understand the roles required.
● Will cascade messages to the team as appropriate.
● Will be able to assign responsibilities and authority to the right employees, taking
their interests, ambitions, development and competency into account.
● Will deliver any disciplinary sanctions in line with our policies and processes.
● Will provide support for team members and promote health and wellbeing at work.
Essential experience requirements:
● Experience in managing and leading relationships with commercial partners.
● Prior experience in managing and implementing successful campaigns on behalf of
partners, ensuring the delivery of rights.
● Experience in developing and implementing strategies to grow revenue through
partnerships and sponsorships.
● Experience in producing reports to track progression of partnership KPIs.
● Experience and confidence in presenting.
● Experience in line management
Desirable experience requirements:
● Experience managing commercial partners at an international level.
● Experience with managing/overseeing multiple partners at varying levels of
sponsorship -
● Experience in contract discussions and renewals.
Experience in organising partner engagement events or organising events with a
commercial partner.
● Familiarity with CRM systems or other tools to effectively manage partnership
activities, track progress and highlight reports.
● Experience in developing creative brand-led campaigns and activation on behalf of
brands
Professional certification requirements:
N/A
Most relevant skills:
● Attention to Detail: Meticulous with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy.
● Communication: Able to talk and work with people at all levels in a professional and
mature manner across the whole parkrun network.
● Initiative: Able to be proactive, take initiative and take steps to improve ways of
working seeking support where necessary.
● Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate and establish rapport at all levels,
internally and externally.
● Organisation: Able to determine goals and priorities and to accurately assess the
actions, time and resources needed to achieve those goals.
● Presentation: Able to deliver engaging and informative presentations with excellent
public speaking skills.
● Priority Management: Able to manage competing priorities with resilience and thrive
in a fast paced environment.
● Teamwork: Able to effectively manage conflict and interact with / respect diverse
personalities.
● Able to use a variety of IT systems and tools, such as google workspace.
● Demonstrates high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
● Demonstrates a growth mindset, with a desire to improve and learn new skills.
At parkrun, we believe that everyone should be able to participate in, and enjoy, physical
activity in a safe environment, and be safeguarded from harm through a duty of care. As
such, safeguarding is a fundamental part of every role, and all staff have a responsibility to
play an active part in keeping everyone safe.
The post holder will be required to comply with all policies and procedures issued by
parkrun Ltd.
This job description is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements of
the post holder. The organisation may stipulate other reasonable requirements. The job
description will be reviewed and may be subject to change.
parkrun is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to building a diverse
and welcoming team that reflects the communities we aim to serve. We believe that varied
perspectives strengthen our mission to create a healthier, happier planet. We encourage job
applications from qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, age and
other protected characteristics.
At parkrun, we strive to make every voice heard and valued, and we are dedicated to breaking
down barriers to inclusion in all aspects of our workplace. For more on our commitment to
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, please see our Global DEI Statement.
parkrun Limited is the company responsible for delivering parkrun in the UK.



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Location: Home-based, with monthly team meetings in London, access to workspace at King's College London, occasional travel for meetings, events and visits to University Maths Schools.
Salary: £44,000–£47,000
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Help young people with an affinity for mathematics discover where it can take them.
We're looking for a Careers + Employer Partnerships Manager to help University Maths Schools prepare young people with an affinity for mathematics for ambitious futures.
This is an opportunity to join a small, ambitious charity at an exciting stage of its development. You'll do this by building employer partnerships, developing national careers intelligence and creating a national centre of expertise that every University Maths School can draw upon.
If you enjoy connecting people, spotting opportunities and helping young people make informed choices about their futures, we'd love to hear from you.
Why U-Maths?
U-Maths is the national charity for University Maths Schools.
Our vision is that every young person with an affinity for mathematics can thrive and succeed.
Our mission is to advance excellence and equity in mathematics education by strengthening and growing the national network of University Maths Schools.
There are currently nine state-funded University Maths Schools, each established in partnership with a leading university and specialising in mathematics and the mathematical sciences for students aged 16–19. The network continues to grow, with two further schools in Nottingham and Durham due to open.
Together, these schools are helping more young people – particularly those from backgrounds currently under-represented in the mathematical sciences – to access an outstanding mathematics education and progress to ambitious futures.
Why this role?
No single school can maintain deep expertise across the rapidly changing landscape of mathematical STEM careers.
That's why U-Maths works nationally.
As our Careers + Employer Partnerships Manager, you'll build the employer relationships, careers intelligence and national expertise that help every University Maths School give students outstanding information, advice and guidance about mathematical STEM pathways.
About the role
You'll lead U-Maths' work to strengthen careers education and employer engagement across the network.
Working closely with schools, employers, universities and alumni, you'll build partnerships, develop careers insight, support careers and UCAS leads, create high-quality resources and lead national careers opportunities that individual schools would find difficult to create alone.
You'll help schools understand the skills, qualifications and experiences valued by mathematical employers, ensuring that careers advice, university guidance, research projects and enrichment activities are informed by current sector insight.
What you'll be doing
You'll:
- build long-term relationships with employers, universities, alumni and sector partners;
- develop and share national intelligence about mathematical STEM pathways and employer needs;
- support careers, UCAS and project leads across the University Maths School network;
- create careers and pathways resources for schools and outreach programmes;
- lead U-Maths' annual North and South student careers conferences and other national careers activities;
- provide additional support where individual students need something beyond existing school provision.
About you
You'll enjoy this role if you like building relationships, understanding emerging opportunities and helping other people make informed decisions.
You might have developed your skills in careers education, employer engagement, widening participation, partnerships, outreach, higher education, the charity sector or another setting where helping young people understand and access opportunity matters. We're more interested in the relationships you build, the insight you bring and the opportunities you create than in where you have gained them.
We're looking for someone who:
- enjoys bringing people and organisations together;
- communicates complex information clearly and practically;
- works independently while building trusted relationships across a network;
- is curious about how mathematical STEM careers are changing and keen to keep learning.
Why join us?
You'll be joining a small national team with the opportunity to build something that benefits schools across the UK and helps more young people with an affinity for mathematics thrive and succeed.
We offer:
- 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- 11% employer pension contribution
- Flexible home-based working with monthly team meetings in London
- Workspace available at King's College London
- A collaborative, ambitious and supportive team
We're aiming for the successful candidate to start on 1 December 2026, with some flexibility.
Interested? Download the full application pack via the U-Maths website.
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Partnerships and Trusts Team Manager – Help shape the future of Barnsley Hospice
Join Barnsley Hospice and lead a talented fundraising team to build meaningful partnerships and secure vital income that makes a real difference to local people and their families. As Partnerships and Trusts Team Manager, you will drive growth across corporate partnerships, trusts, foundations and major donor relationships, developing sustainable income streams that support our ambition and future plans.
You will inspire and develop a high-performing team, create compelling cases for support, nurture strategic relationships and identify new opportunities to increase income and impact. Working closely with senior fundraising leaders, you will play a key role in delivering our fundraising strategy, strengthening supporter relationships and ensuring every partnership helps us continue providing compassionate, specialist palliative and end-of-life care.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraising professional with strong leadership skills, a passion for relationship building and the ambition to make a lasting difference.
Key Duties and responsibilities
1. To lead and inspire the Partnerships and Trust team by undertaking regular one-to-
ones, appraisals and performance reviews, to ensure they meet their SMART
objectives and income targets
2. Build compelling cases for support and financial ‘asks’ to secure partnerships, major donor and trust income
4. Support the Head of Fundraising and Director of Income Generation to develop and implement a highly ambitious corporate, major donor and trust fundraising strategy that enables Barnsley Hospice to meet its strategic objectives
5. Lead the team with designing and hosting engagements events to support with the
stewardship and cultivation of organisations, major donors and trusts.
6. Support the Head of Fundraising in developing Barnsley Hospice strategic approach to acquisition, cultivation and development of corporate partnerships, major donors and
trusts.
7. Developing a sustainable new partnerships and trust pipeline.
8. Effectively manage the corporate partnerships, major donors, and trusts budget, reporting any risks and opportunities to the Head of Fundraising, providing analysis and reforecasting as required.
9. Responsibility for negotiating complex strategic partnerships and overseeing new business pitches to build success in this area.
10. Drive growth in the corporate new business pipeline, focusing on value and sector leading corporates.
11. Drive growth in the trusts pipeline, focusing on value and sector leading trusts.
12. Review current corporate partnerships and trusts and oversee the building of an effective pipeline of new business opportunities to increase income substantially.
13. Lead in best practice in supporter care across corporate fundraising, major donors and trusts, to engage, motivate and retain supporters and increase their relationships with Barnsley Hospice.
15. Maximise the use of the CRM to inform and develop strategic plans.
16. Carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by the Head of Fundraising or Director of Income Generation.
Knowledge and educational achievements:
Essential:
· GCSE’s (Grade A to C) or equivalent in English and Maths
· Full UK driving licence and access to vehicle for business use
Desirable:
● Evidence of further education in this field
Experience and work achievements:
Essential:
● Demonstrable experience of working in a corporate/ trusts charitable fundraising role with strong understanding of new business and account management, including securing multi-year partnerships (min £10k per annum)
● Experience of leading teams through growth and change
● Experience of producing budgets and strong financial management skills
Desirable:
● Demonstrable experience of working with major donors, including onboarding and stewardship
Skills and abilities:
Essential:
● An ability to manage and prioritise a number of relationships, working to deadlines and agreed targets
● Strong people leadership skills
● Excellent communicator with strong presentation skills and the ability to network, influence and negotiate with a wide range of people
● Excellent writing skills with a demonstrable commitment to high standards of presentation
● Current knowledge of corporate fundraising trends, and current fundraising legislation and regulation.
● Excellent IT skills including advanced CRM analytical skills
● A willingness and ability to operate in an open, honest, flexible way and at ease with being accountable
Personal attributes:
Essential:
● Proactive and willing to take ownership of tasks
● Positive and flexible approach
● Commitment to delivering excellent supporter experience
● Passion for the work of the hospice
● Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
● Ability to travel locally where required
● Act as an ambassador for Barnsley Hospice at all times
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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Projects and Partnerships Manager to lead Afrocats’ projects, programmes and partnership work. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee complex projects, manage diverse teams, and drive organisational growth through effective partnership development. The successful applicant will be responsible for motivating and coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring project delivery aligns with organisational objectives, and cultivating important partnerships.
Afrocats exist to empower communities through creativity, cultural engagement, and wellbeing. Our mission is rooted in creating inclusive spaces where individuals feel safe to rediscover joy, build confidence, and connect with others. We believe in meeting people where they are, offering opportunities for growth, and challenging inequitable systems through arts and advocacy.
This is a great time to join our charity at a time of significant growth and change. No two days are the same at Afrocats and the work is fun, creative and rewarding.
Interviews will be held at the end of September.
All applicants must submit a CV and cover letter to apply for this post.
Interviews will be held at the end of September.
An award-winning charity based in Manchester, empowering displaced women & children through creativity


Join Challengers as Community Events and Partnerships Manager to play a key role in growing sustainable income and supporter engagement for the charity.
Location: Hybrid / Guilford (3 days per week in office)
Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 10th August 2026
About Challengers
For almost 50 years, Challengers has been transforming the lives of disabled children and young people through inclusive play. We break down barriers, reduce isolation, support families, and provide respite and community when it’s needed most.
Nearly 1 in 5 children has a SEND need, yet many are excluded from school, play and community life, lacking safe spaces to connect and belong. This leads to isolation for children and intense pressure on families. Children become isolated, missing out on vital opportunities to develop confidence, friendship and independence. Parents are facing exhaustion, declining mental health and often being forced to give up work.
Challengers exists to break this cycle, creating inclusive, community-based spaces and providing services where disabled children and their families are supported. From play and youth schemes to family days and parent carer training and three alternative provision sites, our work tackles inclusion at its root by focusing on belonging, connection and dignity.
About the role
As the Community Events and Partnerships Manager, you will play a key role in growing sustainable income and supporter engagement for Challengers.
Leading the community, corporate & events team, you will be responsible for developing and delivering an ambitious programme of community fundraising, challenge events, partnerships and supporter engagement activities.
You will ensure supporters receive an exceptional experience throughout their journey with Challengers, building long-term relationships that maximise impact, retention and income.
Working collaboratively across the fundraising, communications and service delivery teams, you will identify opportunities to strengthen supporter engagement, raise the profile of Challengers and support the delivery of organisational fundraising objectives.
Acting as an enthusiastic ambassador for Challengers, you will represent the charity at fundraising, networking and community events and help build meaningful relationships with supporters, volunteers, local organisations and partners.
Who we are looking for
We seek a relationship-focused fundraising professional who thrives on bringing people together to make a tangible difference. You’ll be passionate about creating exceptional supporter experiences, building lasting relationships and delivering engaging fundraising activities that inspire individuals, communities and corporate partners to support our mission.
You’ll have experience of managing successful fundraising or engagement events, corporate partnerships and delivering community fundraising programmes which deliver on ambitious income targets.
Above all, you’ll be a collaborative and supportive team player who shares our commitment to delivering outstanding supporter experiences. You’ll be inspired by Challengers’ mission, embrace the social model of disability and be motivated by the opportunity to help create a world where disabled children and young people can play, learn and thrive without barriers.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 10th August 2026.
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Salary: : £40,000 pa (Pro rata for part time work)
Hours: Part-time – 4 days per week
Location: Richmond upon Thames (Hybrid working available)
Contract: 12-month fixed-term (with intention to extend, subject to funding)
About the Role
OneRichmond is seeking an experienced and motivated Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to support the Director in developing and delivering our philanthropy and partnerships strategy.
You will play a key role in identifying, cultivating and securing support from businesses, philanthropists and strategic partners to generate income, unlock new opportunities and strengthen OneRichmond’s impact across the borough.
This is a hands-on, relationship-driven role working closely with the Director, Board and key stakeholders across the public, private and voluntary sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Director in delivering OneRichmond’s philanthropy and partnerships strategy
- Build and manage relationships with major donors, philanthropists and businesses
- Secure financial and in-kind support from new and existing partners
- Develop compelling proposals, presentations and partnership agreements
- Manage the partnerships pipeline and CRM system
- Track, evaluate and report on partnership impact
- Represent OneRichmond at events and stakeholder meetings
- Work with senior stakeholders to develop new partnership opportunities
About You
You will be an experienced partnership, fundraising or business development professional with a strong track record of building relationships and securing investment.
You will bring:
- Experience in philanthropy, corporate partnerships or business development
- Proven success in securing income or in-kind support
- Strong relationship-building and influencing skills
- Excellent communication and proposal-writing ability
- Strong organisational and CRM management experience
- A proactive, entrepreneurial approach
- Commitment to improving local communities
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (pro rata)
- 25 days’ annual leave (pro rata), plus Bank Holidays
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Modern offices in Richmond
- Employer pension contribution
- Learning and development opportunities
- Supportive, inclusive working culture
- Opportunity to shape a growing organisation
- High-level stakeholder engagement across sectors
Apply
If you are passionate about building partnerships that create lasting social impact, we would love to hear from you.
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Employability Events and Partnerships Manager
London, Greater London (Hybrid)
£35,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description
If you share our vision that ‘every young person should be supported to gain the confidence, independence and skills they need for a better and brighter future’ we might have the perfect role for you!
ThinkForward is recruiting an Employability Events and Partnerships Manager to aid our team in delivering our unique programme supporting young people into further education and employment. If you….
• Have a keen enthusiasm for working with young people
• Experience facilitating engaging and inclusive employability activities to equip young people for further education and sustained employment
• Are process driven and organised, with experience in planning and delivery across multiple programmes and projects
• Possess the ability to develop new and maintain our strong external business partnerships that support the delivery of employability programmes
• Can influence ThinkForward’s careers advice through expertise and insight around the local educational and employment landscape
• Have the skills to use data to plan, analyse and evaluate employability and progression activities
• Can lead on cultivating and onboarding new business partnerships in the London area
…then please click on the attached job pack for our role description and information pack for more details about ThinkForward and the role you could play, then apply via CharityJob with your CV and cover letter. Your cover letter should answer the following questions:
1. Can you share an example of where you have project managed and delivered employability events or programmes, such as ‘ready for work’ activities?
2. Describe your experience of building and maintaining relationships with external partners, such as employers or corporate organisations, to support employability outcomes.
3. How have you used data, local labour market insight, or feedback to plan, deliver, and improve employability activities or progression programmes?
4. Can you give an example of how you have worked collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to deliver successful employability initiatives?
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Partnerships Manager
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: Leamington Spa (Hybrid, 40-60% office-based)
Reporting to: Head of Partnerships
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Charity People is delighted to be working in partnership with The Smallpeice Trust as they recruit a Partnerships Manager to join their ambitious and growing Business Development team.
The Smallpeice Trust is one of the UK's leading STEM education charities, inspiring young people to explore careers in engineering, technology and science through transformative programmes delivered in partnership with businesses, funders and educators across the country.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to help shape the next phase of the Trust's growth. With a strong foundation of long-standing supporters and an exciting new five-year strategy, the organisation is increasingly focused on securing larger, multi-year strategic partnerships that create meaningful impact for young people whilst building sustainable income for the future.
The Partnerships Manager will play a pivotal role in identifying, developing and securing new funding partnerships whilst also managing a portfolio of existing supporters. Working closely with colleagues across marketing, programme delivery and impact, you'll develop compelling partnership opportunities, build relationships with senior stakeholders and contribute directly to the Trust's ambitious growth plans.
Roles and Responsibilities
Business Development & New Partnerships
This role will be at the forefront of the Trust's growth ambitions, helping to identify and secure the next generation of strategic funding partners. Working with a broad range of organisations across industry, education and philanthropy, you'll build meaningful relationships that create lasting impact for young people while generating sustainable income for the Trust. This role will:
- Identify, develop and secure new corporate and strategic funding partnerships.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of high-value partnership opportunities.
- Develop compelling, costed proposals and partnership packages.
- Secure multi-year partnership agreements that support the organisation's long-term strategy.
- Represent the Trust at networking events, conferences and stakeholder meetings.
- Work collaboratively across teams to identify and maximise new opportunities.
Partnership Management
- Manage a portfolio of existing corporate and strategic partners.
- Build strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders.
- Produce reports, presentations and partnership updates.
- Identify opportunities to grow existing partnerships and deepen engagement.
- Coordinate with internal colleagues to ensure excellent partner experiences and programme delivery.
- Maintain accurate records, budgets and partnership information through CRM systems and reporting processes.
About You
We're looking for an ambitious and entrepreneurial relationship builder who enjoys developing new opportunities and turning conversations into meaningful partnerships.
You will bring:
- A proven track record in business development, partnerships, account management or fundraising.
- Experience securing significant income, sponsorship or commercial partnerships.
- Strong proposal writing and presentation skills.
- Confidence building relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills.
- A proactive approach and the ability to identify and pursue new opportunities independently.
- Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering against targets and deadlines.
- The ability to thrive within a collaborative and growing organisation where ideas are welcomed and initiative is encouraged.
Experience within charities would be welcomed but is not essential. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with backgrounds in partnerships, business development, sponsorship, account management, education, STEM, membership, commercial or wider relationship management roles.
One of the things that makes The Smallpeice Trust special is its culture. With a flat structure, highly engaged leadership team and supportive colleagues, this is an environment where people are encouraged to take ownership, spot opportunities and make things happen. As the organisation continues to grow its strategic partnerships programme, you'll have genuine scope to shape your portfolio and make a lasting impact.
Want to apply?
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please contact Kevin with an updated CV. We would love to hear about your experience and share more details about this fantastic opportunity and how to formally apply.
Applications close: Wednesday 5th August
Interviews (in person): Friday 14th August (in person)
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
About Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters. As a charity we rely on donations from the Scottish public, companies and communities to ensure that urgent medical help gets to the patient when it is needed, wherever they are and at whatever time of day.
The Role
As part of an ongoing strategy of development, SCAA are looking for a highly motivated, focussed and committed individual to support the growth of our corporate partnerships programme. Working closely with the Partnerships Manager, you’ll play a key role in identifying, securing and developing partnerships that generate sustainable income and create meaningful impact for our charity.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities and delivering exceptional donor experiences.
The Partnerships Fundraiser will support on the securing of new partnerships and take the lead on stewarding our corporate partner portfolio. They will join a dynamic team who are passionate about supporting our corporate partners, demonstrating the contribution they make to our critical service through their donations of time and money.
This role will be based either in Perth, at Scone Airport, or at our Aberdeen base, at Aberdeen Airport. SCAA supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements—our current approach typically includes two office days per week for those working on a hybrid basis. The usual hours of work will be Monday—Friday, 9am—5pm but it should be noted that this role will require the successful candidate to occasionally work at weekends and during the evenings. This role will also require the successful candidate to travel regularly to partner locations within Scotland.
About You
Essential
- Experience working in a similar role managing partnerships between businesses and/or charities either within the commercial or charity sector.
- Experience developing donor-focussed communications.
- Experience of working with relevant CRM databases and a commitment to capturing donor relationship details through the use of these systems.
- Knowledge of appropriate fundraising regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to establish meaningful connections with our partners.
- Research skills to support the recruitment of new partners.
- Ability to build successful relationships with a range of stakeholders including donors, volunteers, ambassadors, board members and other senior stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to delivering excellence and continuous improvement.
- Keen attention to detail and ability to complete tasks including all administration around tasks and archiving key materials for learning and review.
- Ability to conduct thorough reviews of projects against KPIs.
- Ability to work within a team, adopting a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, whilst also able to work independently, being pro-active and self-sufficient.
- Proficient IT skills, including the use of the Microsoft Office suite.
Our Benefits
- Pension: 12% employer’s & 5% employee’s contribution (after 3 months’ service)
- Annual Leave: 36 days (incl. public holidays) + an extra day for your birthday (and additional days with long service)
- Death in Service benefit: 4 times annual salary
- Optional Private Medical Insurance plan and Cashplan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced Maternity/Adoption/Paternity Pay
- Access to Blue Light Card
- Learning and Development Opportunities
Selection Process
Interviews will take place at our base at Perth Airport in Scone during the week commencing the 27th July 2026.
How to apply
Please refer to the full job pack on our website.
Application deadline is 5pm on Sunday 19th July 2026.
To ensure no one in Scotland dies because help cannot get there in time.
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Passionate about democracy, education and young people?
Young Citizens is a national citizenship education charity with nearly 40 years' experience inspiring active citizenship among children and young people.
As curriculum and policy change accelerates, including Votes for 16 reshaping how young people engage in civic life – we're focused on ensuring active citizenship sits at the heart of how the next generation is prepared to participate in and protect a thriving democracy.
About the role
We're looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Corporate Partnerships Manager to lead our corporate partnerships and drive the income that powers our work. This is more than a corporate partnerships role—it's your opportunity to lead income generation for a growing national charity. You'll shape our fundraising strategy, influence our future business model and broaden your expertise across corporate partnerships, trusts and grant funding, and organisational growth.
Working closely with the CEO, Senior Finance Manager and colleagues across the organisation, you'll identify and secure new funding opportunities, build strategic partnerships with corporates, trusts and foundations, develop compelling funding propositions, and create sustainable income that enables more children and young people to become active citizens. This role is hands on, managing all elements of the partnership and income process, ensuring the charity builds on our existing income and works with senior leadership to develop new opporutnities.
If you have a track record of securing funding, driving forward a busy pipeline, building senior stakeholder relationships and turning opportunities into sustainable partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.
This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a critical organisational function, broaden your fundraising and business development portfolio, and play a leading role in the growth of an ambitious national charity.
We're looking for someone who brings:
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Drive that delivers quality results
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Comfort with intensive and high-volume delivery of memberships, programmes and/or relationships
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Enthusiasm for problem-solving, in a team and proactively in your role
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An ability to learn fast and self-teach, from databases to how we communicate internally
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A desire to develop your skills as a well-rounded member of a social impact organisation
Why Join Us?
This is a high-impact role with real scope to shape how Young Citizens grows its income, partnerships and long-term sustainability. You will work closely with senior leadership, take ownership of a key organisational function, and directly contribute to scaling our impact over the coming years.
You will join a purpose-led, ambitious and collaborative team committed to strengthening democracy by equipping young people with the skills, knowledge and confidence to participate actively in society.
We are a growing, agile organisation with a strong focus on learning and development. We invest in our people and provide real opportunities to build expertise, take ownership and grow alongside the organisation as we scale over the next three years.
We combine a results-driven culture with flexibility in how we work. Our benefits include 28+ days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), volunteering days, office closure over the Christmas period, full pension contributions on the first 8%, and enhanced leave packages.
As a relatively small yet national team, you will have the opportunity to work across the organisation and closely with the CEO, influencing how we improve our programmes, and see the direct impact of your work on our mission.
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your career, take on real responsibility, and help strengthen democracy through education, we'd love to hear from you.
Download the full recruitment pack for more information about the role, progression with Young Citizens and how to apply.
A Few Useful Notes When Applying
If you are excited by the opportunity to build partnerships that help more young people become active citizens, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the application questions in the full job pack, which also contains further details on the application process.
Additional Information
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references.
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We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Young Citizens is a citizenship education charity that informs, equips and inspires children and young people across the UK to be active citizens.


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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About Spear
Spear is a national youth employment charity. The award-winning Spear Programme was launched over 20 years ago, and is now running in 18 Spear Centres across the country, equipping unemployed 16–24-year-olds facing barriers to employment with the skills and mindset they need to secure work and thrive in work and life.
Please see the 'Work with us’ pack for more information.
About the role
We're looking for an ambitious, proactive and relationship-driven individual who excels at securing strategic, long-term corporate partnerships that drive the growth and impact of Spear. Joining our dynamic and growing Corporate Partnerships team, you will play a key role in developing and stewarding high-value partnerships that generate significant income and enable Spear to reach more young people facing barriers to employment.
This role is ideal for someone with strong business development and relationship management skills, who enjoys working both strategically and hands-on to generate income, develop compelling partnership opportunities and build lasting relationships with corporate supporters.
Key Information
- Salary: from £43,000 depending on experience
- Full-Time, One Year Fixed Term Contract
- Annual leave: 28 days annual leave (including Christmas gift days) plus bank holidays
- Closing Date: Friday 24th July (We interview on a rolling basis and will close the role early if we find the right candidate)
For more information please read through our Job Specification.
If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Person Specification
- A practising Christian, passionate about Spear's values and mission, with a desire to engage and inspire corporate partners to support young people facing barriers to employment into sustainable work.
- Significant senior-level experience in corporate fundraising, corporate social responsibility, business development or strategic partnerships.
- Proven ability to raise funds, develop business partnerships or drive sales. Excellent client management using CRM tools such as Salesforce are desirable.
- An excellent communicator with strong relational skills and the confidence and ability to develop a rapport with and positively influence a variety of people from diverse backgrounds in the corporate space.
- Excellent writing skills, attention to detail and accuracy, including the ability to produce compelling proposals for a professional, corporate audience.
- Demonstration of leadership capabilities; proactive, responsive and a self-starter. Ability to manage multiple priorities to meet targets and deadlines.
- Strong numerical, reporting and organizational skills, including the ability to establish appropriate and effective processes and structures.
- Line Management experience desirable but not essential.
Faith Expressions
Spear is a Christian charity, working in a range of settings, in partnership with people from all faiths and none. Although the Spear programme itself has no faith element, Our Christian faith underpins everything we do; it motivates and sustains us and is core to our mission. Prayer and worship are embedded into our daily working practises, and all staff are required to lead a team prayer meeting from time to time. As such, there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for our team to be practising Christians – our team share a belief in a triune God and we welcome applications from people of all denominations and expressions of Christianity.
Spear is a dynamic, growing youth employment charity that coaches young people to overcome barriers and thrive in work and life.
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The Programme and Partnerships Manager will provide operational leadership for the Meet N Match programme, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, inclusive services that support people with learning disabilities and autistic adults to build friendships, develop relationships and increase social connections.
Meet N Match is our friendship and dating agency, supporting people to develop friendships, relationships and greater independence. Alongside relationship support, the programme delivers a range of inclusive social events that reduce social isolation and create opportunities for people to build meaningful connections. Now in its tenth year and funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, Meet N Match continues to respond to a growing demand for high-quality relationship and social opportunities.
Alongside leading the day-to-day delivery of Meet N Match, one of the most exciting and strategically important aspects of this role is the development of a new Partnership Network. This is an exciting opportunity to shape an innovative model that will enable other organisations to deliver inclusive social events using Spring into Action's framework, training and support. The successful candidate will play a central role in designing, piloting and refining this model, with the long-term ambition of creating an accredited network that extends our reach, improves opportunities for people with learning disabilities and autistic people, and contributes to the long-term sustainability and growth of the organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone to shape the future direction of Meet N Match while supporting Spring into Action's long-term sustainability and growth.
This role is 35 hours, the salary is £32,143 FTE (£30,000 for 35 hours)
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We’re looking for a proactive and creative individual to join our team as a Community Fundraising & Partnerships Manager — playing a vital role in growing the support that powers our work.
This role is all about connecting people with purpose. You’ll lead community fundraising activity, build meaningful partnerships with local businesses, and create engaging campaigns and events that inspire support and generate income. Working at the heart of our income generation strategy, you’ll help secure vital funding that directly supports the animals who rely on us.
If you thrive on building relationships, spotting opportunities and turning ideas into results, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Community Fundraising & Engagement
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Develop and grow community fundraising activity across individuals, groups and local organisations.
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Create and deliver engaging campaigns and fundraising events.
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Recruit and support volunteers to maximise fundraising reach and impact.
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Deliver excellent supporter experiences and stewardship.
Corporate Partnerships
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Build and manage relationships with local businesses.
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Secure financial and in-kind support.
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Develop long-term partnerships that increase income and awareness.
Income Generation & Performance
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Work closely with the Head of Income Generation to deliver fundraising objectives and income targets.
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Maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities and provide regular reporting and forecasting.
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Monitor fundraising trends and identify new opportunities for growth.
Collaboration & Compliance
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Work collaboratively across the organisation to maximise opportunities and ensure consistent messaging.
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Ensure all activity complies with fundraising regulations, GDPR and organisational policies.
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Champion the charity’s values, professionalism and supporter care.
Person Specification
Experience & Knowledge
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Experience in community fundraising, supporter engagement or income generation.
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Experience managing relationships with supporters, community groups or corporate partners.
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Experience delivering successful fundraising campaigns or events.
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Understanding of fundraising principles and supporter stewardship.
Skills & Abilities
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Proactive, self-motivated and results-driven.
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Confident networker and ambassador for the charity.
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Good IT skills, including CRM/database systems.
Personal Qualities
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Positive, collaborative and resilient.
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Committed to ethical fundraising and continuous learning.
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Passionate about delivering excellent supporter experiences.
As part of the interview process, shortlisted applicants will be asked to deliver a 10-minute presentation. Further details will be provided in the interview invitation.
Benefits
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Company pension
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Employee discount
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Free parking
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Health & wellbeing programme
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On-site parking
We are happy to discuss working hours for this role.
We bring people and animals together to build a kinder world through rescue, care and compassion.
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