Head of Partnerships

Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity is looking for an ambitious and inspiring fundraising leader to join us as Head of Partnerships. This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead our partnerships strategy, building high-value relationships that generate significant income and create lasting impact for children and families.

In this pivotal leadership role, you will lead and grow the Charity’s partnerships income, developing and delivering a long-term strategy that drives sustainable income growth, and maximises the wider value of partnerships.

You will develop strong relationships with senior leaders, businesses and other influential partners and stakeholders, identifying opportunities to generate significant income and engagement.

You’ll also provide leadership to the Partnerships team, creating a high-performing culture focused on ambitious income growth, excellent partner experience and long-term relationship development.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a long-term Partnerships strategy that drives sustainable income growth and maximises the wider value of high-value corporate and strategic partnerships.
• Identify, develop, negotiate and secure high-value partnerships, building mutually beneficial relationships that generate significant income, engagement, profile and impact for Sheffield Children’s.
• Personally manage a portfolio of key partners and prospects, developing strong relationships and tailored engagement strategies to maximise income, retention and long-term value.
• Build a strong and sustainable pipeline of partnership opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking and relationship development, while developing compelling propositions that inspire businesses and organisations to support Sheffield Children’s.
• Provide strategic leadership to the Partnerships team, fostering a high-performing, ambitious culture focused on income growth, excellent partner experience and long-term relationship management.

About you

We’re looking for a collaborative and driven fundraising professional with a proven track record in securing significant partnership income and developing long-term, mutually beneficial relationships.

You will bring:

• Strong experience in developing and securing high-value partnerships
• Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills
• Strategic thinking and a results-driven approach
• Experience leading and motivating high-performing teams
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage, influence and negotiate effectively with diverse audiences
• A proactive, creative mindset with strong organisational and analytical skills

For further details please read the full job description which outlines behaviours and qualities we are looking for along with skills and experience.

At Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity, you’ll be part of a passionate, ambitious team committed to making a real difference. You’ll have the opportunity to work on inspiring projects, build meaningful relationships and shape the future of partnerships that help Sheffield Children’s create healthier futures for children and young people.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applicants. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will contact you directly. We thank you for your interest in joining Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity.

Agencies: We are not accepting unsolicited agency contact or applications for this role. Any CVs submitted by agencies without prior agreement will not be considered.

Title of post: Head of Partnerships

Location: Sheffield City Centre / Hybrid

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alary: £45,721.96 to £60,963.64 per annum