2,555 Partnership Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Location: Hertfordshire (with hybrid working options)
Salary: Up to 75,000 per annum + benefits
Sector: Social Housing

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Partnership Manager to lead the delivery and performance of key housing services across repairs, voids, disrepair, and planned maintenance within the social housing sector. You will play a pivotal role in managing and enhancing partnerships with contractors and stakeholders, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery for residents across Hertfordshire .

This is a high-impact role, offering the opportunity to drive change, improve resident satisfaction, and ensure contractual and compliance obligations are met and exceeded.

• Contract Management: Oversee day-to-day operations and strategic performance of contracts relating to responsive repairs, void property refurbishment, disrepair cases, and planned works.

• Partnership Oversight: Act as the key liaison between the housing provider and external contractors, fostering strong and productive relationships to ensure delivery of high-quality services.

• Performance Monitoring: Monitor KPIs, SLAs, and financial performance across all workstreams, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions where required.

• Resident Focus: Ensure residents receive a high standard of service and communication, taking ownership of issues and driving continuous service improvements.

• Compliance & Governance: Ensure all works comply with relevant statutory requirements, health and safety legislation, and internal policies.

• Budget Control: Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and cost control across service lines.

• Disrepair Case Management: Support the resolution of disrepair claims in collaboration with legal and operational teams, maintaining a proactive and preventative approach.

• Strategic Input: Contribute to the development of long-term asset and maintenance strategies in collaboration with senior leadership.

Essential:

• Proven experience managing partnerships and contracts within the social housing sector , particularly focused on repairs, voids, disrepair, and planned works .

• Strong understanding of housing legislation, contract law, and compliance requirements.

• Demonstrable ability to manage high-value contracts and contractor relationships effectively.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Hertfordshire as required.

If you're ready to take on a leadership role with real impact in the social housing sector, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Partnership Manager

Our well-established client, a pioneer in cutting-edge SaaS-based entertainment solutions, is seeking a motivated and experienced Partnership Manager to join their rapidly growing team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, family-oriented company that thrives on collaboration and delivering market-leading digital experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, engage, and secure new strategic partnerships across key sectors within the entertainment and digital media landscape.
li>Develop and nurture strong, long-term relationships with clients and partners.
• Understand partner needs and tailor SaaS-based digital and print solutions that drive value and engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful product delivery and sustained account growth.
• Consistently meet and exceed partnership sales targets and KPIs.
• Represent the company at industry events and networking forums to strengthen brand presence in the entertainment tech space.

What We’re Looking For:

< i>Proven experience in B2B sales, ideally within SaaS, technology, or entertainment sectors.
• Innovative thinker with the ability to create fresh routes to market for digital products.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both face-to-face and remotely.
• Strong commercial insight with a deep understanding of client challenges in tech-driven environments.
• Self-starter with a positive outlook and a results-driven mindset.
• Resilient, target-focused, and motivated by success.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a close-knit team.
• Proficient in CRM systems and sales reporting tools.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, friendly culture with a proactive, can-do attitude.
• The opportunity to work with some of the UK’s biggest brands in entertainment and technology.
< i>A role where you can make a significant impact in a fast-growing SaaS business.
• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

Package:

• Salary: £40,000 basic + commission guarantee (OTE £0K+)
< i>Uncapped commission
• Pension scheme
• On-site parking
• 20 days holiday plus bank holiday

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Partnership Manager - Social Housing Repairs & Voids

Location: Wewlyn Garden City

We're looking for an experienced Partnership Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our social housing contracts, ensuring they are delivered in line with MSPS best practices, governance standards, and client expectations.

In this role, you'll be responsible for the successful delivery of repairs, voids, and planned maintenance workstreams, while working closely with the Regional Director to deliver on both short and long-term business objectives. You'll also support business development and bidding activity, offering operational insight to help us grow and innovate.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, delivering essential services that directly improve people's homes and lives.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Strong operational experience managing Repairs and Voids contracts at a senior level, ideally across multiple workstreams (Repairs, Disrepairs, Voids, Planned Works)

• A background in reactive maintenance service delivery , with a focus on performance improvement, cost control, and customer satisfaction

• The ability to manage and motivate teams, set and deliver against targets, and manage subcontractors effectively

• Solid understanding of profit and loss accounting , budget management, and commercial drivers

• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• At least 4 years' experience in a similar role within the housing or property services sector

• A genuine commitment to delivering a high-quality service for residents

We understand that our people are key to our success. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Company car or car allowance

• Discretionary annual bonus (profit share scheme)

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Enhanced pension contributions

• Private healthcare or Westfield Healthcare cash plan (including 24/7 GP, dental, optical and more)

• Life assurance and accident cover

• Share save scheme

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Retail discounts and voucher schemes

• Buy and sell holiday options

• Flexible working and flexible bank holidays

• Cycle to work scheme

• Two paid volunteering days per year

• Employee wellbeing support including EAP

• Funded professional subscriptions

Location: Hertfordshire (with hybrid working options)
Salary: Up to 75,000 per annum + benefits
Sector: Social Housing

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Partnership Manager to lead the delivery and performance of key housing services across repairs, voids, disrepair, and planned maintenance within the social housing sector. You will play a pivotal role in managing and enhancing partnerships with contractors and stakeholders, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery for residents across Hertfordshire .

This is a high-impact role, offering the opportunity to drive change, improve resident satisfaction, and ensure contractual and compliance obligations are met and exceeded.

• Contract Management: Oversee day-to-day operations and strategic performance of contracts relating to responsive repairs, void property refurbishment, disrepair cases, and planned works.

• Partnership Oversight: Act as the key liaison between the housing provider and external contractors, fostering strong and productive relationships to ensure delivery of high-quality services.

• Performance Monitoring: Monitor KPIs, SLAs, and financial performance across all workstreams, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions where required.

• Resident Focus: Ensure residents receive a high standard of service and communication, taking ownership of issues and driving continuous service improvements.

• Compliance & Governance: Ensure all works comply with relevant statutory requirements, health and safety legislation, and internal policies.

• Budget Control: Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and cost control across service lines.

• Disrepair Case Management: Support the resolution of disrepair claims in collaboration with legal and operational teams, maintaining a proactive and preventative approach.

• Strategic Input: Contribute to the development of long-term asset and maintenance strategies in collaboration with senior leadership.

Essential:

• Proven experience managing partnerships and contracts within the social housing sector , particularly focused on repairs, voids, disrepair, and planned works .

• Strong understanding of housing legislation, contract law, and compliance requirements.

• Demonstrable ability to manage high-value contracts and contractor relationships effectively.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Hertfordshire as required.

If you're ready to take on a leadership role with real impact in the social housing sector, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

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Corporate Partnerships Manager
Location: Greater London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office)
Salary: circa 37,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, 18 month Fixed-term contract

Are you a strategic relationship builder with a passion for impactful partnerships? My client is seeking a Corporate Partnerships Manager to join a dynamic and ambitious fundraising team, driving growth across corporate income streams and brand visibility.

Corporate partnerships are a key area of growth, contributing significantly to income generation and awareness. This role will work closely with the wider Philanthropy & Partnerships team to steward existing relationships and develop a strong pipeline of new corporate prospects.

You'll also play a pivotal role in delivering high-profile events and campaigns, including matched-funding initiatives and annual fundraising events that have raised six- and seven-figure sums.

• Manage and grow a portfolio of corporate partners, ensuring excellent stewardship and long-term engagement.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities, contributing to ambitious income targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver successful fundraising events and campaigns.
• Support cross-functional initiatives to maximise impact and outcomes for beneficiaries.

You are:

• A confident and eloquent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Experienced in managing five- and six-figure corporate accounts and securing new partnerships.
• Organised, reliable, and intuitive in reading people and situations.
• A team player with a growth mindset and a passion for making a difference.

• Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office.
• We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• As a disability confident employer, we guarantee interviews for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria.

Corporate Partnerships Manager
Location: Greater London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office)
Salary: circa 37,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, 18 month Fixed-term contract

Are you a strategic relationship builder with a passion for impactful partnerships? My client is seeking a Corporate Partnerships Manager to join a dynamic and ambitious fundraising team, driving growth across corporate income streams and brand visibility.

Corporate partnerships are a key area of growth, contributing significantly to income generation and awareness. This role will work closely with the wider Philanthropy & Partnerships team to steward existing relationships and develop a strong pipeline of new corporate prospects.

You'll also play a pivotal role in delivering high-profile events and campaigns, including matched-funding initiatives and annual fundraising events that have raised six- and seven-figure sums.

• Manage and grow a portfolio of corporate partners, ensuring excellent stewardship and long-term engagement.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities, contributing to ambitious income targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver successful fundraising events and campaigns.
• Support cross-functional initiatives to maximise impact and outcomes for beneficiaries.

You are:

• A confident and eloquent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Experienced in managing five- and six-figure corporate accounts and securing new partnerships.
• Organised, reliable, and intuitive in reading people and situations.
• A team player with a growth mindset and a passion for making a difference.

• Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office.
• We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• As a disability confident employer, we guarantee interviews for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria.

• Identify and prospect potential corporate partners, foundations, and key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement strategies to secure and grow high-value partnerships.
• Cultivate and nurture strong, long-term relationships with existing partners.
• Design and deliver bespoke partnership proposals and presentations.
• Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefit and clear objectives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop engaging stewardship plans for partners.
• Organise and execute events and activities to engage partners and showcase the charity's impact.
• Monitor and report on partnership performance against agreed KPIs and fundraising targets.
• Represent the charity at external events and networking opportunities.
• Stay informed about trends in corporate social responsibility and the non-profit sector.

• Proven experience in partnership development, corporate fundraising, or business development, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in securing and managing significant partnerships or major donor relationships.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong networking abilities and a proactive approach to relationship building.
• Ability to develop compelling proposals and marketing materials.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and standard office software.
• A genuine passion for the charity's mission and values.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative office-based team.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.