New Partnerships Specialist (Retail)
Apply locations Stratford (2 Redman Place) London
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Time left to apply: End Date: November 12, 2024 (9 days left to apply)
Job requisition id: R029801
20+ years of valued partnerships. £69+ million raised. One common goal.
New Partnerships Specialist (Retail & FMCG)
£43,000 - £50,000 plus benefits
Reports to: Head of New Partnerships
Directorate: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement
Contract: 12 month fixed-term contract
Hours: Full time 35 hours per week
Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)
Closing date: 12 November 2024 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment.
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
Recruitment process: Competency based interview + task
Interview date: 26/27 of November 2024
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
Cancer Research UK New Partnerships team are an integral part of our organisation. Working with brands such as Tesco’s, Scottish Power, Slimming World and Revolut, we partner with a variety of corporate organisations spanning several sectors, all dedicated to beating cancer.
We are looking for a New Partnerships Specialist to join the team with a focus on retail and FMCG partnerships. You’ll be a proactive, self-driven and motivated sales professional with experience working in a target led sales environment to secure high value partnerships. With support from our research ops team, you will be responsible for your own pipeline, using sector knowledge and networking to build long term loyalty and secure 6 figure plus deals with some of the UKs biggest retailers.
Cancer Research UK is the UK’s largest charity, with enormous brand value, so this is a great opportunity to use your sales and networking skills for a worthwhile cause.
What will I be doing?
1. Define and implement a strategy to secure new large scale partnerships for Cancer Research UK, maximising the income and further value potential in the defined sectors and aligning with the strategic aims of CRUK.
2. Using your specialist acquisition skills and sector knowledge, commercial acumen and through excellent relationship building you will be accountable for the development and management of a pipeline of high value prospects which present opportunity to deliver high value partnerships (6 figures plus).
3. Build understanding of CRUK’s priorities and existing activities in the sector specific area, working in collaboration with Policy & Information, Research & Innovation (as necessary) to identify potential funding opportunities.
4. Build and utilise a strong CRUK network and work closely with key stakeholders across all levels of the charity to gather insights and identify opportunities.
5. Develop a comprehensive knowledge of the CRUK products and assets which are available and identify which align best with the motivations of your prospects.
6. Be the CRUK specialist in the industry sector and build your knowledge of the sector to a high and comprehensive standard which drives results.
What are you looking for?
1. Extensive experience of successfully working in a target led sales environment to secure high value deals/ partnerships.
2. Significant knowledge and understanding of the retail and FMCG sector, with a proven record of building successful relationships that generate income opportunities would be beneficial but isn’t essential.
3. Ability to work with autonomy, being self-motivated and solutions focussed, resilient and target driven.
4. Exceptional networker and compelling communicator with ability to tell the Cancer Research UK story and vision.
5. Proven track record of being a great influencer with a confident and persuasive approach.
6. Highly professional, flexible and committed to going above and beyond the remit of the role to achieve and exceed targets.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We’re looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we’d still love to hear from you.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.
Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.
We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.
About Us
As the world’s largest independent cancer research charity, we conduct research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Our aim is to see 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034 and our staff are integral to achieving that ambition. Cancer Research UK offers you excellent prospects to expand your career as well as the ability to make a real difference to the lives of others. We're always looking for sharp, brave, and collaborative people to join Cancer Research UK and continue to make it a great place to work. Find the career you're looking for and let’s change lives together.
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