Partnerships Manager

We are looking for a Partnerships Manager based in North East England who can bridge the gap between MCR Pathways and the corporate, public and SME sectors across the area. About the role This role focuses on relationship building and stewardship with organisations of all sizes to drive strategic collaborations to secure the participation of volunteer mentors in our programme and other forms of in-kind and financial support. A hybrid of working from home, in the field and from office bases (often facilitated through our partners) across the North East, you will enjoy a balance of autonomous and team working while you drive forward the regional plans using your in depth knowledge of and connections within the North East. Key responsibilities Identify and pitch to corporate, public sector and SME partners, aligning their CSR/ESG goals with the MCR Pathways mission to secure strategic, long-term support. Drive targeted partner engagement and information sessions to recruit high-quality volunteer mentors and consistently meet monthly regional targets. Manage a portfolio of regional partners, delivering exceptional account management to cultivate long-term commitment and build a network of active brand champions. Utilise regional insight and market intelligence to design and execute localized recruitment plans tailored to priority schools, employers, and communities. Partner with communications teams to deliver targeted local marketing, networking, and social media ..... full job details .....