At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive partnerships and secure sponsorships to amplify LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusivity.
- Company: Pride in London, a vibrant community championing diversity and equality.
- Benefits: Gain professional experience, expand your network, and receive year-round training.
- Other info: Join a passionate team of 150 volunteers dedicated to change.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the LGBTQ+ community while building valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in business development and strong communication skills.
Partnerships Development Manager – Pride in London
Year after year, London's Pride celebrations bring people together in amazing ways. The connections and community we build lay the groundwork for a brighter, more inclusive future. Pride in London is embracing a renewed sense of purpose that resonates with everyone. We stand as a beacon to highlight ongoing challenges within the LGBTQ+ community, even amidst progress. Our roots intertwine the protest origins of Pride with the spirit of celebration. Our guiding values – Visibility, Unity, and Equality – drive every step we take. Our incredible team is a blend of passionate staff and volunteers who champion diversity, inclusivity, and understanding. We hail from diverse walks of life, forming a vibrant community of change‑makers. Our ultimate goal is to amplify awareness of LGBTQ+ matters and advocate for the rights that ensure equal lives for all. With a diverse and dedicated year‑round team of around 150 volunteers, we orchestrate Pride in London, the incredible event that unites us all. Your unique voice can contribute to the symphony!
Your Role
Pride in London is actively seeking a dynamic and results‑driven individual to join our team as the Partnerships Development Manager. This pivotal role reporting directly to the Head of New Partnerships will be responsible for identifying, initiating, and securing new corporate sponsorships and partnerships for Pride in London.
Your Responsibilities
- Research and identify potential new partners aligned with Pride in London's mission and values
- Initiate contact with prospective partners and manage the early stages of relationship‑building
- Develop partnership proposals, packages and presentations to pitch to potential partners
- Manage the partnership acquisition process from initial engagement through contract negotiations
- Track and report on progress against new partnership KPIs
- Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure smooth onboarding and activation of new partners
- Stay up‑to‑date on partnership best practices and trends
What you’ll bring to Pride in London
- Previous experience in new business development or corporate sponsorships/partnerships
- Existing relationships with brand and agency decision‑makers
- Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills
- Entrepreneurial self‑starter comfortable taking initiative
- Savvy relationship builder and networker
What you’ll get joining Pride in London
- Be Yourself, No Masks!
- Friendly Induction, Year‑round Training
- New Professional Experience
- Expand Network
- Connect with Volunteers
- Commitment to celebrating diversity and promoting inclusivity
Diversity & Inclusion
Our volunteer team is more than amazing – they inspire great ideas, generate needed sponsorship, drive forward our operational plans, capture Pride moments and help make Pride in London a fantastic place to volunteer and work. We endeavour to attract and recruit a diverse mix of employees and volunteers who are representative of the diversity in our LGBTQ+ communities, giving us a great opportunity to access a broad range of ideas and allow us to deliver an inclusive event that you expect from Pride in London. Therefore, we actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly women, people of colour and those from the trans and non-binary communities.
Partnerships Development Manager (Volunteer Role) in London employer: Pride in London
Pride in London is an exceptional employer that champions diversity, inclusivity, and community engagement. As a volunteer, you will be part of a vibrant team dedicated to advocating for LGBTQ+ rights while gaining invaluable professional experience and expanding your network. With a commitment to personal growth and a friendly work culture, Pride in London offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in a supportive environment.
