Corporate Partnerships Manager (FUN001)
Posted 1 day 13 hours ago by New Horizon Youth Centre
Joining New Horizon Youth Centre as a Corporate Partnerships Manager offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a highly motivated team. With deep-rooted relationships with funders, the organisation raised an impressive £4 million last year, and trusts and foundations represented 43% of our income. As we aim for an ambitious £4.7 million goal this year, we are seeking a passionate, dedicated individual to help us continue building on our success and securing vital support for our mission.
Key details- Contract type and hours: Permanent. The role is full-time, 35 hours per week Monday to Friday. Some work over the Christmas period will also be required.
- Salary: The starting salary for the role is £37,024 (pro rata). The salary scale is: £37,024 (AP32) to (AP36) £41,600.
- Location: The post is based at: New Horizon Youth Centre, 68 Chalton Street, London, NW1 1JR.
- Application deadline: 5 pm, Monday, 21 April 2025
- Read through all the information on this page
- When you are ready, complete our application form below:
- Complete the diversity and adjustment questions
- Upload your CV. This must not include your name in the document or in the file name, or any contact details or references. This must be no more than 2 pages.
- Submit your supporting statement into the box marked 'cover letter'. This must be no more than 2 A4 pages, or 1500 words, and must not contain your name, address or contact details. We recommend drafting it in a different document and copying and pasting when you are ready to submit.
The Corporate Partnerships Manager will play a vital role in supporting New Horizon Youth Centre's mission by managing and growing a portfolio of valued corporate partners (>£20k) and supporters (
The role will also drive new business by proactively building relationships with companies that share our values and want to help young people fulfil their potential. Additionally, the Corporate Partnerships Manager will lead New Horizon's events programme, developing and delivering inspiring events that connect corporate partners, high-net-worth individuals, and other key supporters to the heart of our mission.
Reporting to: Head of Fundraising and Development
Responsible for: Events Assistant
Main tasks and responsibilitiesMAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Corporate Partnerships
1. Developing our corporate partnerships pipeline of opportunities spanning Charity of the Year and strategic partnerships
2. Providing high quality and personalised account management for existing corporate partners and supporters i.e. bespoke reporting, regular visits to our day centre
3. Organising volunteering sessions for partners giving £20k+ in collaboration with frontline teams
4. Coordinating the delivery of in-kind donations and pro-bono support offered by corporate partners in collaboration with frontline teams
New Business
5. Leading on the development of corporate new business propositions, proposals and pitches
6. Securing partnerships in a range of sectors at a 5 and 6 figure level
7. Regularly attending and presenting at networking events to increase awareness of New Horizon Youth Centre amongst businesses in London
Events
8. Leading on the planning and delivery of our annual calendar of events, including challenge events such as Hackney Half
9. Managing the events budget efficiently by optimising resources, minimising costs, ensuring accurate tracking, and achieving financial targets while maintaining quality.
10. Effectively line managing the Events Assistant role, providing regular coaching and mentoring, focusing on skill development, event management, and understanding the fundraising landscape
PERSON SPECIFICATION
We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate the following competencies and want to use these to the full in their work.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND TRACK RECORD
1.1. Experience in securing significant corporate partnerships
1.2. Experience in pitching, presenting, and delivering high-quality written proposals
1.3. Experience and aptitude in representing the charity at external events and speaking occasions
1.4. Experience of supporting individuals to engage in fundraising activities and to reach their fundraising target
1.5. Experience of motivating and supporting colleagues to get the best results
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
1.1. Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build relationships effectively and collaborate with people at all levels
1.2. Confidence in managing partner expectations and having difficult conversations where necessary, keeping the charity's best interests at heart
1.3. Ability to lead and motivate fundraising volunteers and engage staff in fundraising and stewardship
1.4. Knowledge of fundraising practices and procedures
1.5. Demonstrable understanding and interest in various funding streams such as community, corporate, events and individuals
- Closing date for applications: 5pm, Monday, 21 April 2025
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed: 23 April 2025
- Interviews: 30 April 2025
- Complete the application form below
- Upload your CV setting out your career history, education or qualifications, and other key responsibilities or achievements. Do not include your name, contact details or references in the CV or in the document file name.
- Write a cover letter /supporting statement (no more than 1500 words) highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the criteria listed on the Person Specification. Please address the points in the person specification only. This is an important part of your application so must be completed. Do not include your name, contact details or address. We recommend you work on this in another text file (such as Word) and copy and paste it into this box when you are ready to submit.
We do not consider incomplete applications.
You will be notified if you have not been shortlisted. However, we are unfortunately unable to provide each individual application with feedback.
If you have any questions or would like to arrange a call to discuss the role, please feel free to email us at or call .
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