About the role
Literacy is key to future workforce development and social mobility. Our corporate partnerships are central to delivering our mission and ensuring our sustainability. With a portfolio generating around £4 million annually, we work with leading brands including The Very Group, Experian, KPMG, Morrisons, Amazon and WHSmith.
As Corporate Partnerships Manager, you’ll join a high-performing team of eight, reporting to the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager. You’ll play a pivotal role in stewarding and growing existing partnerships, securing income, and ensuring our values and impact are reflected in every collaboration.
Key responsibilities
1. Develop and grow existing corporate partnerships, securing incremental income.
2. Research, write and present compelling funding proposals.
3. Ensure robust due diligence and effective deployment of funding.
4. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality reporting and impact.
5. Uphold and strengthen our brand through partnership activity.
6. Contribute to strategy development and budget planning.
7. Maintain accurate records using Salesforce.
8. Lead and support fundraising events.
9. Represent the charity externally at a senior level.
About you
We’re looking for a confident, creative and resilient relationship-builder with a track record of managing high-value corporate partnerships. You’ll be comfortable working with senior stakeholders and passionate about the power of literacy to transform lives.
10. Proven experience stewarding corporate partnerships worth £50k-£250k annually.
11. Strong presentation, writing and communication skills.
12. Excellent relationship management and collaboration abilities at all levels.
13. Financial planning and budget management experience.
14. Experience in the voluntary sector, CSR or fundraising.
To apply
Key Dates
Closing – 10am, Friday 29 August.
Shortlist confirmed Monday 1 September
Interviews – all day Friday 5 September / plus pm on Tuesday 9 September
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform Kevin if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.