Blue Cross UK
Corporate Partnerships Officer
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Corporate Partnerships Officer
Corporate Partnerships Officer
About the Role
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Salary: £28,996 – £33,716 per annum
Location: Burford, Oxfordshire (hybrid working)
Closing date: 2 July 2026
Interview date: 8 & 10 July 2026
If you enjoy building meaningful relationships and creating partnerships that make a real difference for animals and the people who love them, we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
Join us as a Corporate Partnerships Officer in our Fundraising, Marketing, and Communications team. This exciting opportunity will help grow and develop corporate partnerships, securing vital income and long-term support for Blue Cross.
Responsibilities
As the Corporate Partnerships Officer, you’ll:
- Build and nurture long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with corporate partners
- Manage a portfolio of corporate accounts, ensuring excellent stewardship and ongoing engagement
- Act as the first point of contact for corporate fundraising enquiries via email and telephone
- Support the development of compelling proposals, reports, communications, and partnership materials
- Work with the Head of Corporate Partnerships, Community, and Events to deliver account management plans and maximise income
- Identify and research new business prospects, including due diligence and prospect development
- Secure and support new business meetings with potential partners and sponsors
- Develop your own pipeline of opportunities to grow corporate income
- Collaborate with colleagues across fundraising and the wider organisation to deliver partnership activity
- Support financial processes, including income coding and purchase orders
- Provide administrative support, including acknowledgements and supporter communications
- Ensure compliance with data protection and fundraising regulations
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Requirements
About You
You’ll have experience working with corporate partners and confidence in building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. Comfortable managing account management and new business activity, you’ll be:
- Highly organised, proactive, and motivated
- Able to manage competing priorities and work under pressure
- A solutions-focused professional who communicates confidently and professionally, reflecting Blue Cross values and culture
Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Experience managing corporate partnerships or accounts
- Proven experience supporting or delivering new business development
- Ability to build and maintain strong, positive relationships internally and externally
- Strong research and prospecting skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Good interpersonal and influencing skills
- Experience using MS Office and databases
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Understanding of, and application of, Blue Cross values
Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Experience in corporate fundraising
- Knowledge of CRM databases
- Familiarity with the charity sector
- A confident communication style
- Creative and innovative approach to identifying opportunities
- Strong influencing and persuasion skills
- Ability to think strategically and spot growth opportunities
- Solution-focused mindset
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How to Apply
To apply for this role, submit your application through our careers site and demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early due to high demand.
Benefits
Our most valuable asset is our people—without their dedication, our mission would not be possible. In return, we want to ensure you receive the best working environment, generous benefits, and support. We want you to be happy and fulfilled during your time with us.
Blue Cross Benefits Package
Wellbeing & Lifestyle
- 38 days holiday (full-time equivalent), rising to 43 days with service (including Bank Holidays)
- Access to physical and mental wellbeing programmes
- 24/7 GP access (via MetLife) for you and your family
- Private prescription services
- Health cash plan
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
Career & Financial Support
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions
- Professional fees and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) support, including personal development
- Life assurance
Family & Financial Perks
- 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
Additional Benefits
- Recognise excellent contributions with our recognition scheme
- Access to annual volunteer days
- Discounts on charity worker products from retail partners
For more details, visit Blue Cross benefits page.
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