NOTE: We are recruiting 2 positions, one is a 18 month fixed term contract and the other a 12 month fixed term contract. Should you be selected for interview, you will be asked to indicate specifically which contract you would prefer if hired, or if you are interested in both.

Role outline and purpose

The Corporate Partnerships Manager is responsible for managing and growing sustainable, mutually beneficial partnerships. Developing high-value strategic, partnerships to deliver income and additional support, in line with our overarching objectives and ambitious income targets. 

Role responsibilities

·       Provide day to day relationship management for a portfolio of accounts, ensuring that all activities comply with applicable law and the Code of Fundraising Practice. Aligning closely to ensure Trussell Trust’s obligations to partners are met.

·       Assess and create growth opportunities for partnerships, maximising income and delivering on our overall charitable strategy and objectives.

·       Work with colleagues across directorates to ensure that partnerships deliver tangible impact and that partners have the resources to enable them to communicate benefits to employees, customers and other stakeholders.

·       Participate in regular 1:1s and annual reviews, contributing to the identification of objectives and targets, and monitoring of progress towards them.

·       Actively contribute to a culture of innovation, resourcefulness and best practice to make the best use of time and skills in the team.

·       Lead on team projects that support our team goals, helping to contribute to the development of team resources in support of our aim of delivering bigger, better partnerships.

Person Specification

Technical skills and minimum knowledge:

• Experience and knowledge of Corporate Fundraising or applicable commercial background 

• Use of Salesforce or a similar cloud-based software tool   

• Commercial awareness and knowledge of various corporate sectors

• Knowledge of what a successful corporate charity communication campaign entails

• The ability to create and deliver compelling proposals

• The ability to communicate effectively and to motivate commercial partners

• Excellent relationship management skills, working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders and different teams

 Behaviours and competencies:

·       Demonstrate a commitment to the values of the Trussell Trust

·       Demonstrates empathy for people from disadvantaged, marginalised or socially- excluded backgrounds.

·       Role models inclusive behaviours and values

• Demonstrates resilience, resourcefulness, flexibility and perseverance. 

• Analyses and communicates complex information effectively to different stakeholders.

• Works with others as one team, actively listening and collaborating to achieve a shared vision. Building strong internal relationships, sharing information and expertise.

Key Stakeholders

·       Corporate Partnerships Team 

·       Public Engagement Directorate 

·       Operations Directorate 

·       Finance 

·       Strategy and Impact 

·       Policy and Research 

·       Corporate Partners