Partnerships Manager

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.

Summary
Are you ready to take bold action for a net-zero future? This exciting role puts you at the forefront of Climate Group's newest initiative, the 24/7 Carbon-free Coalition. You'll recruit and engage corporate partners, inspiring them to join a global movement that pushes the boundaries of energy markets to enable 100% carbon-free electricity, 24/7.

You'll build strong, lasting relationships with partners while collaborating across teams to deliver maximum impact. Representing the Coalition on the global stage, this role offers opportunities to drive change where it matters most.

About the role

The initiative

The 24/7 Carbon-free Coalition grew out from Climate Group's RE100 campaign, which brings together over 400 companies committed to 100% renewable electricity based on annual matching. The campaign continues to be highly effective in harnessing corporate demand and driving policy change in key markets worldwide.

We're now excited to launch a next-stage initiative that pushes the frontiers of energy markets with an objective to help corporates move towards sourcing 100% carbon free electricity, 24 hours per day 7 days per week. This requires an evolution toward more granular electricity tracking, new purchasing strategies, investment in various clean electricity technologies, storage, demand flexibility, and supporting policies. Our aim is to build a sufficiently large demand signal to make fully decarbonized electricity a reality.

The role

This is a unique opportunity to lead the recruitment of corporate partners to the 24/7 Carbon-Free Coalition and ensure their engagement delivers value for both them and the Coalition. You'll work with a passionate team of experts and collaborate across our initiatives, working with our communications, corporate partnerships, sponsorship, and events teams.

In time, this role may support wider Climate Group membership campaigns.

Key responsibilities will include:

Corporate recruitment

• Working closely with the wider 24/7 project team, shape and lead the Coalition's global corporate recruitment strategy.
• Proactively reach out to potential partners, build relationships, and secure commitments.
• Manage onboarding processes to ensure a smooth and impactful start for new partners.
• Coordinate recruitment efforts with other Climate Group initiatives including RE100.

Partner engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners, ensuring ongoing value and impact.
• Lead key events, webinars, and partner meetings that bring the Coalition's mission to life.
• Foster peer learning and collaboration among partners and the broader energy ecosystem.
• Work closely with the communications and client experience teams to develop resources, including the 24/7 Coalition Hub.
• Represent Climate Group and the Coalition at international events, showcasing its bold vision.

About you

We're looking for a proactive, collaborative, and mission-driven individual who thrives on building relationships and driving change.

We value strengths and a passion for learning - if you meet most of the criteria below, we encourage you to apply.

Essential

• Passion for Climate Group's mission and business action campaigns.
• Outstanding persuasive communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse stakeholders across cultures.
• Experience in managing a sales or recruitment pipeline.
• Experience working with the private sector to deliver high-impact results.
• Strong organisational skills with a track record of managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• A team player who takes initiative and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.

Desirable

• Familiarity with renewable electricity markets or other energy-related climate issues.
• Experience using CRM platforms like Salesforce or Pardot.
• Proven ability to coordinate stakeholders and manage complex projects

About Climate Group

Climate Group drives climate action. Fast. Our goal is a world of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with greater prosperity for all.

We focus on systems with the highest emissions and where our networks have the greatest opportunity to drive change. We do this by building large and influential networks and holding organisations accountable, turning their commitments into action.

We share what we achieve together to show more organisations what they could do. We are an international non-profit organisation, founded in 2004, with offices in London, Amsterdam, Beijing, New Delhi and New York.

Climate Group is an international organisation, and we want to reflect that in our staff. People who work for us, and people who apply, need to feel heard, safe, and included. That is why we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion throughout our application process and in our offices. We encourage applications from people of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ethnicities, as we value a wide range of experiences and perspectives.

Where you'll work
Based in our London office, near the iconic Tower Bridge, you'll enjoy a flexible hybrid working arrangement - three days in the office, two days from home each week.

Our office is designed to support both collaborative work and focused individual time. It includes accessible facilities, a well-equipped gym, secure bike storage, and showers. Plus, we're easy to reach by bike and public transport.

The role will require occasional international travel.

What we offer

At Climate Group, our people are at the heart of what we do. You'll join a global community of bold, ambitious doers committed to driving climate action fast.

This is a permanent position. The salary offered is £36,420 to £38,559 per annum, based on experience.

Many of our people work flexibly in different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about your preferred ways of working and if it works for the role and the team, we'll do our best to accommodate.

Beyond working alongside friendly, motivated colleagues who will support and challenge you, we offer a fantastic benefits package:

• Generous holiday allowance: 25 days annually, plus public holidays and 3 extra days for our Christmas to New Year closure
• 10% employer pension contribution: Non-contributory scheme available after three months' service
• Long-service reward: An additional day's holiday after three and six years with us
• Flexible and hybrid working: Supporting your work-life balance
• Comprehensive health benefits: Cash plan and private medical insurance after completing probation
• Family-first policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave, plus support for fertility treatments
• Wellbeing perks: Monthly wellbeing allowance and Headspace membership
• Additional leave options: Paid leave for volunteering, moving house, and getting married
• Peace of mind: Life assurance from your first day
• Cycling support: E-bike and bike loan scheme up to £1,000
• Travel made easier: Season ticket and e-bike membership loan scheme
• Investing in you: Learning and development opportunities to help you thrive in a global, purpose-driven organisation

Apply now

Ready to make an impact? Apply now with your CV and a one-page cover letter that highlights how your experience and values align with our mission.

If you need any further information, require the job advert in an accessible format, or need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Rachel Swiatek, Senior Manager on [email protected].

The closing date for applications is midnight GMT on Sunday, 16 February 2025. We'll be holding interviews on a rolling basis, therefore welcome and encourage early applications.

To be eligible for this position, you must meet the necessary criteria or hold a work visa to work in the UK. Please note that Climate Group does not cover relocation or sponsorship costs.

We will not be working with recruitment agencies for this role.