Are you ready to drive impactful fundraising partnerships that make a real difference?
We're looking for an experienced Senior Corporate Development Executive to join our Income Generation team, working from Northampton or London.
In this role, you'll identify and secure, wherever possible high-value, long-term corporate partnerships that deliver mutual benefits for both our partners and the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association.
About Us: Our vision is a world free from MND.
Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers.
We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND.
The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity.
We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
What We Offer: 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
24/7 GP access via phone and video.
Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
Enhanced pension scheme.
Opportunities for training and personal development.
Hybrid working.
Key Responsibilities: With a focus on growth, you'll play a key role in shaping the strategy for corporate partnerships and supporting our team's ambitious goals.
Collaborate to develop and drive our high-value partnership strategy.
Lead the management and growth of a robust pipeline of potential partnerships.
Build strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the Association.
Provide expert support and guidance to the Corporate Partnerships Development Officer.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of sector trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
Travel across the UK for meetings and events, presenting proposals to prospective partners.
Offer guidance and support to colleagues and volunteers, contributing to the development of successful partnerships.
Record and report on key financial and performance indicators (KPIs) to track partnership growth.
Support the wider Corporate Partnership and Philanthropy teams as required.
About You: You'll be someone who thrives on building meaningful partnerships and achieving ambitious goals.
Proven experience in a senior corporate partnerships or similar role in the public or commercial sectors.
A successful track record in securing high-value partnerships, consistently surpassing financial and KPI targets.
A growth-minded individual with a results-driven approach.
Strong collaborator who supports team-wide growth opportunities.
Resourceful and proactive in identifying and maximising partnership opportunities.
Excellent communicator with strong writing and presentation skills, able to engage at all levels.
Proficient in IT, with experience in Raisers Edge or Microsoft Dynamics CRM preferred.
Full UK driving licence for travel across the country.
Join us in this rewarding role where you'll have the chance to make a lasting impact through meaningful corporate partnerships.
The full job description is available in the candidate pack.
Salary: £41,000 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Northampton office Contract: Permanent Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working.
There is no minimum weekly expectation to attend the office, however this role requires flexibility to attend the office in line with team and business needs.
We are open to part-time applications or job shares - please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.
How to apply: Please submit a CV and supporting statement.
Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.
Significant experience in a senior corporate partnership new business function, or relevant, equivalent experience in the public or commercial sectors Track record delivering high value partnerships or projects, exceeding financial and KPI targets, identifying and delivering growth opportunities.
Excellent communicator with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels, and to write and present in a clear and inspiring way.
Important Information: We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.
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