Senior Partnerships Manager Location: Bristol (hybrid/homebased considered) Salary: £43,000. to £46,000.per Annum Employment Type: Full-time, Temporary. (up to 15 months maternity cover) About Us The Soil Association, formed in 1946, is the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and animal welfare. That’s because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation. We campaign for change, we support farming innovation, we serve healthy food in communities, we support and grow the organic market, and we protect forests. We couldn't do any of this without our supporters, partners, donors and dedicated staff. We make a difference in the world where it’s needed the most. About the Opportunity This is a pivotal role in the Soil Association’s Fundraising Team – leading our corporate partnerships work to deliver exceptional, high-value collaborations and achieve ambitious income growth. You will be responsible for creating, pitching, and managing six- and seven-figure, multi-year partnerships with some of the UK’s most influential businesses. Working closely with our charity leadership team, Trustees, and Development Board, you’ll proactively broaden our networks and drive transformational partnerships that deliver real impact across the food and farming system. You’ll also play a lead role in developing and refining our corporate proposition, ensuring it reflects the Soil Association’s ambition and resonates with partners’ ESG and sustainability priorities. This is an exciting opportunity to not only grow our partnership portfolio but to also work across the wider Soil Association Group (including Certification and Exchange) to co-create embedded, strategic partnerships that unlock influence, innovation, and significant unrestricted funding. About You We are looking for an exceptional fundraiser to take a lead role in driving forward our corporate fundraising strategy. An influential leader, who thrives in a fast-paced team and is brilliant at building lasting partnerships both with supporters and colleagues. Your ability to translate complex food systems programmes into simple, compelling propositions for companies will deliver against shared strategic priorities. You will: • Have a proven track record of securing and managing six-figure corporate partnerships, ideally multi-year and multi-stakeholder. • Be a confident, persuasive communicator with the ability to translate complex food systems and sustainability programmes into compelling, tailored propositions that align with business ESG goals and reporting requirements. • Demonstrate strong financial acumen, with experience of setting and managing budgets, negotiating partnership investments, and leveraging unrestricted funding. • Be an influential leader, equally comfortable developing strategy, refining our approach, and rolling up your sleeves to deliver results. • Bring experience of working within or alongside large companies and understand how to build partnerships that deliver shared value and measurable impact. The ideal candidate will be motivated by impact and understand the value of engaging constructively with major businesses to accelerate the Soil Association’s mission. Flexibility to travel across the UK is also required. Our Benefits We offer a range of financial and lifestyle benefits to all our employees, including: 27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with length of service Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives Family friendly policies and flexible working Cycle to work scheme Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy, sustainable lifestyle and produce To Apply Click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV and Cover Letter. Please note we look at applications on arrival and reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Please check your junk/spam folder if you do not receive a confirmation email upon submitting your application. All candidates will subsequently receive an email to confirm whether they have made it through to interview stage. For any queries, please contact recruitment@soilassociation.org We know the value of diversity in nature and want it in our organisation. We recognise that diverse backgrounds and experiences will bring a fresh perspective to our work. If you're not sure about applying, please get in touch with us for a chat. Thank you for your interest in supporting our work at the Soil Association.