Senior Partnerships Manager

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced partnerships professional to join our Motoring, Money, Insurance and Bills team as a Senior Partnerships Manager. You’ll take ownership of a category within MMIB, splitting your time between developing new business and maximising the performance of existing relationships. This role has real scope – you’ll shape strategy, build high-impact partnerships, and deliver growth, with opportunities to develop further as the team and business continue to expand.What You’ll Do

Take ownership of a category within our Motoring, Money, Insurance and Bills team, managing and growing a portfolio of partners to ensure long-term satisfaction, retention, and performanceShape and deliver partner-level strategies that drive growth, from negotiating stronger commercial agreements to exploring new distribution opportunitiesLead commercial negotiations with both new and existing providers, balancing a member-first approach with BLC’s business goalsReport and share insight on pipeline activity, KPIs, and revenue performance, using data to inform decision-making and spot opportunitiesCollaborate with partners and internal teams (Marketing, CRM, Product) to design and deliver joint campaigns that increase engagement and uptakeUse insight and performance data to recommend improvements to products, partnerships, and campaignsPartner with the Director of FSandI and Legal to ensure all activity is compliant with FCA and other regulatory frameworks, helping to identify and manage potential risksSupport the Director of FSandI in shaping and executing the MMIB strategyWhat You’ll Bring

Proven experience in partnership or account management with strong business development skills, gained in Financial Services, Insurance, FinTech, Comparison Sites, or another regulated, commercially complex industryCommercial acumen with a track record of negotiating high-value agreements and driving growth through partnershipsGood understanding of financial services regulation (FCA, Consumer Duty, GDPR) or the ability to quickly get up to speed in a regulated environmentExcellent relationship management skills, with the ability to build trusted, collaborative partnershipsExperience working closely with product and technology teams to shape and deliver digital solutions that enhance member experience and partner performance would be desirableA data-informed approach, using insight and KPIs to guide decisions and identify opportunities for improvementStrong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the confidence to influence senior stakeholdersComfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, with an ownership mentality and a proactive approach to problem-solvingOur Culture

Our mission is simple – make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It’s what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service.We don’t just follow the usual path – we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels they belong. Different perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and better reflect the communities we serve.We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so we encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers – either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team. We aim to be flexible, but we aren’t able to offer fully remote working.What We Offer

Hybrid working and flexible hoursFree parking and EV charging onsite at HQ25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 daysA company bonus schemeYour own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discountsGenerous funded BUPA medical insurance covering pre-existing conditionsGroup auto-enrolment pension planEnhanced parental leave and absence leaveHealthcare cashback planEmployee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aidersGreat social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matchesRegular company-wide recognition events e.g., Monthly Light’s Up and The Shine awardsRelaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks)Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT and stretch classes)Strong learning and development cultureSeniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

Business Development and SalesIndustries

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