Partnerships Manager
Partnerships Manager
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Were searching for a Partnerships Manager at Virgin StartUp to drive our partnership strategy by identifying and securing strategic partnerships that provide transformative value to founders while advancing our commercial objectives.
Youll be the driving force behind our partnership ecosystem managing existing relationships and developing clear roadmaps that bring our partnership vision to life. Your role will be crucial in cultivating meaningful connections negotiating innovative collaborations and coordinating crossteam efforts to integrate and activate partnership opportunities that support Virgin StartUps mission of empowering entrepreneurial talent.
Our Virgin Family
Virgin Management the heart of Virgin nurtures the brand globally. Our diverse 180strong team in London and New York supports every facet of the Virgin empire including Virgin StartUp empowering UK entrepreneurs and Virgin Unite our entrepreneurial foundation. Working in synergy with various Virgin entities globally our interests are as diverse as travel health music media finance and space. Our unique work culture and purpose unite us.
Virgin StartUp born out of Virgins entrepreneurial spirit in 2013 were here to fuel the fire of the next generation of disruptors. As a notforprofit our mission is to propel startups to success. We offer advice funding mentorship and training creating a supportive community for every step of your journey. At Virgin StartUp we transform business dreams into reality.
Tell me more
Partnership Management & Implementation:
- Develop and execute detailed implementation plans for partnerships working collaboratively with senior team members to ensure seamless integration across the organisation.
- Take primary responsibility for delivering operational financial and partnership KPIs providing strategic leadership and clear communication to team members.
- Track report and optimise partnership performance identifying and resolving issues proactively while developing strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
New Partnership Opportunities & Business Development:
- Develop a comprehensive Partnership Strategy identifying brandenhancing opportunities that align with Virgin StartUps strategic objectives.
- Conduct detailed analysis of potential partnerships evaluating financial and nonfinancial benefits and risks and lead outreach discussions and negotiations.
- Create and implement business development tools including pitch decks partnership playbooks and standard templates working with the Virgin Legal Team to establish partnership agreements.
Financial Management & Reporting:
- Develop and manage partnership budgets monitoring revenues and costs to ensure financial performance meets agreed targets.
- Provide monthly operational performance reports highlighting risks and supporting reforecasting efforts.
- Ensure financial transparency and accountability across partnership initiatives.
Future Opportunities:
- Maintain a realtime view of the entrepreneurial ecosystem continuously identifying and evaluating potential partnership and business development opportunities.
- Translate new partnership proposals into detailed project strategies and delivery plans that support business objectives.
- Produce comprehensive progress reports covering status issues risks and costs.
What youll need
- Strong experience in partnership management business development account management and / or relationship management.
- Strong commercial acumen and exceptional negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders building confidence through excellent interpersonal and communication capabilities.
- Highly organised with proven ability to work autonomously manage multiple projects simultaneously and take strategic initiative.
- An understanding of the UKs entrepreneurial ecosystem with connections across supporting businesses and startup environments is a bonus but not essential.
- Proficiency in CRM systems such as Salesforce is a bonus but not essential.
The extra details
Role type: Permanent
Location: London hub & your home space. While the Virgin StartUp team comes together monthly in our office this role requires frequent travel to London for inperson partner meetings and events.
Salary:plus bonus Were putting our salaries out there for everyone to see no smoke and mirrors just honest numbers. Well offer a salary that matches your skills always aiming for room to grow.
Working hours: Full time We embrace flexible working. Let us know what hours empower you to be at your best both professionally and personally well try to find a perfect match for you and us.
Benefits: Buckle up for an adventure with Virgin! Our benefits package isnt just a list its your ticket to an extraordinary career and life. Imagine unlimited leave for your globetrotting dreams a Screw it lets do it pot to enjoy being you and a learning budget to fuel your curiosity. Weve got your back with topnotch health care family support that goes the extra mile and a pension plan to keep your future bright. From electric vehicles to flexible volunteering were not just offering a job were inviting you to join a community that celebrates your whole self.
Closing date: 19February 2025
Some of the attributes that define a Virgin person just cant be quantified in words. We pride ourselves on welcoming people from all walks of life with all sorts of skill sets. Most recently we successfully campaigned to add Dyslexic Thinking as a skill on LinkedIn. Any uniqueness is a strength and will be considered an asset to our workforce. If there is something you would like us to consider to tailor the hiring process to the way you work best please dont hesitate to let us know.
Ready to turn your career into the ultimate adventure Virgins got the map the compass and the crew. Your great adventure awaits!
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
