Benefits Ongoing internal and external CPD Be a part of a growing organisation Opportunity to increase salary and grow your role Network within the women’s and girls’ football industry Branded Nike kit Sponsored FA coaching qualifications Regular staff socials and football matches ABOUT US About Bloomsbury Football Young people in London are facing a growing mental and physical health crisis, made worse by the pandemic, social media and the cost-of-living crisis. These challenges disproportionately affect young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. At Bloomsbury Football Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of football to help address all these challenges. But the benefits of regular access to the beautiful game are not open to all and impossibly expensive for many families. Our financial assistance model, coupled with our approach of mapping our service delivery around areas of highest Income Deprivation Affecting Children, is already making regular football accessible for over 5,000 children and young people each week. In the context of an increasingly segregated society, we also bring together children from a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds, ethnicities and nationalities – facilitating friendships across these societal divides. We are on a mission to expand provision to reach 20,000 young people a week by 2028, ensuring access to all, regardless of ability to pay or play. This includes a commitment to reach 10,000 girls weekly, as well as significantly expanding our Refugee & Asylum Seeker and Disability Football programmes. This post is subject to an extensive disclosure check. ABOUT THE ROLE As Partnerships Lead, you will play a pivotal role in our fundraising team, driving corporate partnerships that enable us to achieve our mission and ambitious growth goals. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising, you will focus on securing and managing high-value partnerships with major brands across the sporting, financial, and commercial sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team and shape the future of grassroots football in London. Key duties and responsibilities Corporate Partnerships: Identify, develop, and secure new corporate partnerships, ensuring alignment with our charity’s values and mission. Account Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing partners, delivering excellent stewardship to maximize their engagement and support. Strategy Development: Collaborate with the Director of Fundraising to develop and implement a corporate partnerships strategy that supports our ambitious growth targets. Pitching and Proposals: Lead on the creation and delivery of compelling pitches and proposals to prospective partners. Campaign Collaboration: Work closely with our programs and marketing teams to deliver impactful and innovative partnership campaigns. Fundraising Targets: Support the Director of Fundraising in achieving ambitious income targets, contributing to our vision of becoming the best fundraising team in London by 2028. Market Insights: Stay abreast of trends and opportunities in corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the wider fundraising landscape. Essential skills, experience and knowledge We are seeking a motivated and entrepreneurial individual who is passionate about making a difference. The ideal candidate will have: Relationship Building: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. Creativity: Innovative thinker with the ability to craft compelling partnership propositions. Organizational Skills: Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Team Player: Collaborative approach with a willingness to support wider fundraising efforts. Passion: A genuine enthusiasm for grassroots football and the power of sport to transform lives. Other requirements The candidate must have the right to live and work in the UK. Bloomsbury Football does not sponsor visas. Application process Please complete the online application in full, making sure you address the job specification criteria in your statement as this will enable us to make an informed shortlisting decision. Interviews to be held ASAP. For queries, please contact Harry Clarke, h.clarkebloombsuryfootball.com About the hiring process Application review. First interview with Harry Clarke (15-30mins) Second Interview with Anthony Hayman (30 mins) Final Stage with CEO (30-60 mins) Reference checks Bloomsbury Football Foundation is committed to equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion, and freedom of discrimination for all applicants. We encourage persons from any race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religious or political belief, and disability to apply for our available roles. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and we encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We are an equal-opportunity employer.