Relationship Manager
Salary £30k to 35k pa dependent on skills and experience
Yorkshire Children's Charity HQ Leeds 7 (with flexibility for travel across Yorkshire)
Reporting to: CEO
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent – Monday to Friday
Our client, Yorkshire Children's Charity are looking for a motivated, personable, and results-driven
Relationship Manager
to join their passionate team. This exciting hybrid role combines sales, business development, and relationship management, all focused on delivering outstanding fundraising events that change children's lives across Yorkshire.
The successful candidate will be the driving force behind securing sponsorships, building partnerships, and increasing event attendance. This is your opportunity to connect with businesses and individuals who share our vision and want to make a real impact for children who need it most.
Your key responsibilities but not limited to:
* Proactively identify and approach potential sponsors, donors, and attendees.
* Build and nurture long-term relationships with supporters and partners.
* Work alongside the events team to boost attendance, income, and engagement.
* Create persuasive proposals, pitches, and presentations tailored to prospects.
* Support event planning, logistics, guest communication, and on-the-day delivery.
* Keep accurate records and report on progress using our CRM system.
* Research new opportunities, trends, and partnership prospects.
* Collaborate with the Senior Events Manager to guide and develop the wider events team.
What we are looking for:
* Proven experience in business development, sales, or fundraising (charity/events sector desirable).
* Natural relationship-builder with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Confident engaging stakeholders from local businesses to major donors.
* Self-motivated, target-focused, and well-organised.
* Enthusiastic about events and ready to get hands-on when needed.
* Passionate about transforming young lives in Yorkshire.
This is more than a sales role, it is your chance to make a real, lasting difference. If you are ready to use your skills to help us grow our supporter base and fund life-changing projects for children, then please apply with your latest CV.