Corporate Partnerships Manager (Maternity Cover)

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In April 2022, Smart Works launched a Three-Year Plan that will see the charity double the number of women helped annually from 5,000 to 10,000 women a year. We are on track to achieve this by expanding the reach of our existing centres and opening new centres in areas of need including Bristol; set to open in early 2025.

Smart Works is looking to appoint a Corporate Partnerships Manager for 12 months, to start in November / December 2024. This is a maternity cover role for an established role within the Smart Works staff team. This role is key to Smart Works' growth, through engaging new and growing existing partners to raise vital funds, awareness and pro bono in support of our mission

The Corporate Partnerships function has grown significantly in the last 3 years and this is an exciting time to join Smart Works and take ownership of a high profile and varied portfolio of partners, spanning commercial, strategic and charity of the year. As Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will;

- Be responsible for the management and delivery of some of Smart Works most visible and multi-faceted partnerships that support our vision of ensuring that any unemployed woman is able to transform her life through the positive power of employment. Your portfolio will include managing our longest-standing partner of 11 years Bobbi Brown, Google, Royal Sun Alliance and PayPal amongst others.

- Work closely with the wider Partnerships team and our local Smart Works centres to secure and develop local partnerships (outside of London) and embed national partnerships across our 11 UK centres, maximising opportunities to benefit the whole of Smart Works Group.

- Help Smart Works reach its goal of raising over £5m per annum through cultivating and stewarding relationships, thinking creatively and strategically to grow and retain partnerships.

Smart Works is a fast-paced collaborative environment with dynamic teams and ambitious plans. It is also a lot of fun, with opportunities to attend nationwide fundraising events, expert leadership panel discussions, staff social events and designer fashion sales.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in high-value corporate partnerships. If you are passionate about supporting women, building relationships with a multitude of stakeholders and delivering impactful partnerships, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for this role, please read the full job description attached and then submit your CV and answer the following questions by 5pm on Wednesday 16th October. Your application should be addressed to Helen Nelson, Head of Corporate Partnerships.

1. Why do you want to work for Smart Works? (Max 250 words)
2. What experience and skills do you have that make you well suited to the role? (Max 350 words)
3. What do you feel are the main challenges and opportunities Smart Works faces to retain and grow existing corporate partnerships? (Max 350 words)

1st interviews will be held online on 23rd October 2024 and 2nd interviews will be held in person in London on 29th October 2024.