Burnley FC in the Community
Partnerships & Fundraising Executive
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Partnerships & Fundraising Executive
Partnerships & Fundraising Executive
Department: Marketing Location: Turf Moor, Harry Potts Way, Burnley, BB10 4BX Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: 35 hours per week (Mon–Fri) with occasional and weekend work Closing Date: Sunday, 12th July 2026 Salary: £24,984–£27,587 per annum
The Role
The Partnerships & Fundraising Executive will support the Head of Partnerships & Fundraising in securing new fundraising opportunities and managing both new and current partnerships that fuel Burnley FC in the Community’s charitable work. The role will:
- Help deliver fundraising campaigns
- Build strong relationships with partners and donors
- Generate sustainable income that strengthens the charity’s impact across the community
Responsibilities
Partnerships & Fundraising
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Partnership/Sponsorship Management
- Lead generation and sales: Proactively source, pitch, and recruit new corporate partners, sponsors, and ambassadors.
- Account management: Serve as point of contact for existing partners, ensuring contractual obligations are met and maximizing retention.
- Relationship building: Host key account meetings, stakeholder calls, and network events for upselling opportunities.
- Manage partnership assets (benefits, communication plans) to ensure maximum value to stakeholders.
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Fundraising & Business Development
- Research prospective partners, write compelling funding pitches, and execute cold outreach to generate new income streams.
- See SLA delivery from sourcing to activation, ensuring seamless partnership experiences.
- Maintain a CRM-focused system for tracking partnerships.
- Co-ordinate activations—signed proposals, follow-ups, and performance reporting.
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- Strategic & Operational
- Maintain a customer-centric approach to nurturing the charity’s fundraising ecosystem.
- Consistently exceed KPIs tied to partnerships and fundraising growth.
- Champion inclusive brand alignment, modelling Burnley FC in the Community values.
Fundraising Events (Collaborative with Head of Partnerships & Marketing & Events Coordinator)
- Support event planning, logistics and execution (on-site presence included).
- Log and approve new community-focused events in sync with the team.
- Assist in the organisation of seasonal matchday-branded community fundraising initiatives.
General Accountabilities
- Uphold safeguarding policies, ensuring a secure working environment.
- Demonstrate flexibility in working hours as needed.
- Adhere to Charity policies and drive team collaboration where applicable.
- Commit to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion principles.
- Participate in professional training initiatives.
Note: The job description is indicative. You may be asked to complete additional tasks to support the charity.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
Essential Criteria
- 5 GCSEs (Grade 4–9) covering Maths & English.
- Qualifications or equivalent experience in fundraising or events management.
- Confident prospecting skills; ability to work comfortably outside comfort zones.
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel & PowerPoint) and CRM tools.
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Core Competencies
- Relationships: Exceptional interpersonal skills to engage partners, donors, businesses and community stakeholders.
- Cold Outreach: Comfortable cold calling, pitching, following leads, and sustaining professional conversations.
- Communication: Clear verbal & written articulation of the charity’s mission, adapting tone for varied audiences.
- Fundraising Insight: Solid grasp of corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and donor stewardship.
- Organisation: Multitasking with ambiguity; managing multiple deadlines and accounts without hesitation.
- Team Culture: Willingness to collaborate effectively in a purpose-driven, well-serviced team.
Additional Statements
Safeguarding
- DBS Check (Enhanced): Required of all shortlisted candidates.
- Safeguarding Search: Online verification will be conducted for roles working directly with children/young people.
Commitments
- Equality & Diversity: Burnley FC in the Community champions inclusion; reasonable adjustments are available.
- Armed Forces: Vet-friendly employer; actively promotes hiring from the military community.
- Mental Health: Full support for physical and mental wellbeing within and beyond working hours.
For full details, email hr@burnleyfc.com.
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