Partnerships Manager in Lewes

We are a mission-driven wellness brand with an award-winning range of collagen, blends and supplements. Our vision is to be the #1 wellness brand in the world, setting new standards for holistic health, sustainability and female empowerment. As a B‑Corp, Ancient + Brave meets the highest standards of social and environmental impact.

The Partnerships Manager will play a key role in shaping the next evolution of Ancient + Brave’s growth, turning bold ideas into commercial reality through innovative brand partnerships that celebrate brave women, build The Brave Lifestyle and drive desire for and uptake of our award‑winning products. Reporting to the Head of Partnerships & Events, this person will help deliver a world‑class partnerships function: identifying, negotiating, and activating creative, large‑scale collaborations that drive brand fame and desire, customer acquisition, and retention.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute and evolve the brand partnership strategy in support of business and marketing goals.
• Identify and secure strategic partnerships with premium brands across wellness, lifestyle, hospitality, fitness, and culture that enhance Ancient + Brave’s positioning and reach.
• Develop compelling partnership concepts and proposals that deliver tangible commercial and brand outcomes.
• Build scalable partnership frameworks that deliver mutual value, from limited collaborations to long‑term alliances.
• Lead partnership campaigns end‑to‐end: ideation, negotiation, activation and measurement.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams (Marketing, PR, Events, Retail, eCommerce) to deliver fully integrated 360° activations.
• Ensure partnerships are commercially impactful and amplify the Ancient + Brave brand story across earned, owned, and paid channels.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and partner expectations to deliver excellence at every stage.
• Leverage partnerships to drive new customer acquisition, retention, and average order value (AOV).
• Explore partnership models—from product collaborations, co‑branded experiences to content‑led storytelling and data‑sharing initiatives.
• Seek out bold, creative opportunities that position Ancient + Brave at the centre of the wellness conversation.
• Define clear KPIs for all partnerships and campaigns, tracking performance and ROI.
• Produce regular performance reports and actionable insights to inform future strategy.
• Support the Head of Partnerships & Events in building a best‑in‑class partnership programme.
• Provide mentorship and direction to junior team members, fostering creativity, accountability, and excellence.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Proven experience (5 years+) in partnerships, brand marketing, and/or business development, ideally in wellness, lifestyle, or DTC brands.
• Proven ability to deliver impactful, large‑scale brand collaborations that drive measurable growth.
• Creative and strategic thinker with a strong commercial acumen.
• Exceptional relationship builder and confident negotiator, able to influence at all levels.
• Highly organised project manager with strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Energetic, entrepreneurial, and excited by the opportunity to shape one of the UK’s leading wellness brands.
• Passionate about wellness, sustainability, and empowering women through holistic self‑care.

Further, to truly thrive at Ancient + Brave you will need to embody the spirit of our brand and align with our culture. You will be:

• Ambitious, driven with a growth mindset, always seeking ways to learn, develop and be better.
• Humble: No ego, collaborative team player, always acts with integrity and a clear sense of accountability.
• High Performing: Effective, efficient, with a solid work ethic, consistently pushing for exceptional results while maintaining resilience, balance, and self‑care.
• Hustle: Entrepreneurial, innovative, fast‑paced, great communicator, always adept at solving problems and navigating dynamic, ever‑changing situations.

PLEASE NOTE: This role requires full time working at our stunning Lewes offices. Please apply only if you’re within a reasonable commute.

WHY JOIN US: Ancient + Brave are a community‑built brand and embrace innovation and sustainability with social and environmental responsibility at the heart of everything we do. We hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards when it comes to our commitment to a balanced profit and purpose—working with us means being part of building a truly sustainable product. We are B‑Corp certified and committed to giving back.