Location
Remote (UK based) Bristol / London office attendance 1 day a week.
Salary
£34,200 (Grade 4) per year (plus Inner London Weighting of £3,483.94, if eligible).
Contract Length
Permanent.
Hours per Week
37 hours.
Purpose of the Senior Partnerships Officer role
As Senior Partnerships Officer, the successful candidate will play an integral role in delivering against strategy to secure vital income from current and future partners, including earned and fundraised income. The role will be responsible for building and maintaining a dynamic pipeline of prospects through research, relationship development and stewardship with corporate supporters. There may also be some involvement with major/mid‑level donors.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Partnership & Development Manager and Head of Fundraising to continually develop and maintain strategy for maximising income from corporate supporters.
- Line‑manage two partnerships officers, including setting objectives, conducting regular one‑to‑ones and appraisals, and supporting their ongoing development to maximise team performance and income generation.
- Support the Partnerships and Development Manager in monitoring performance, producing income forecasts, and reporting on progress to senior leadership.
- Identify, research and cultivate new corporate prospects and new funding opportunities, using our database and extended networks to build a strong pipeline of opportunity.
- Seek new innovative ways to maximise income generation opportunities via earned income through the sale of Women’s Aid training packages and products/services.
- Act creatively and innovatively to not miss out on opportunities in a fast‑paced funding environment. Lead on compelling proposals, pitches and cases for support to secure high‑value partnerships (including sponsorships and charity of the year opportunities).
- Ensure all partnerships align with brand, ethical, and compliance standards.
Qualifications
- Proven experience of creating meaningful multi‑year partnerships and securing sizeable donations.
- Experience of acquiring and managing corporate Charity of the Year partnerships.
- Good knowledge of the funding landscape and best practice in multiple areas of fundraising (trusts and foundations, corporate and major donor).
Benefits
- Generous Annual Leave: 25 days + 2 Company Holidays + 8 UK Bank Holidays, with an extra 1 day per year after 1 year of service, up to a maximum of 5 additional days.
- Valuable Pension Benefits: a generous 7% employer contribution.
- Flexible Working: remote working, a generous TOIL scheme, and family‑friendly policies.
Eligibility and Equal Opportunity
- Women only need apply under schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.
- All posts, including remote posts, must be based in the UK.
- Women’s Aid is committed to quality, equality, and valuing diversity. Applications are particularly welcome from Black and minoritised women.
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