At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead partnerships to create impactful programmes for young people and drive measurable outcomes.
- Company: Join a dynamic organisation committed to social impact and supporting youth.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days annual leave, flexible working, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with excellent growth opportunities and community events.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in partnership development and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 41250 £ per year.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Closing Date: 23:59 on 28/06/2026
Salary: £33,000.00 to £41,250.00, dependent on your skills, knowledge and experience
Location: London (Hybrid working – 3‑4 days in the office or at external events each week)
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of high‑quality, commercially viable partnerships across priority locations to expand impact for young people.
- Translate strategy into clear, deliverable partnership plans and measurable performance outcomes.
- Identify growth sectors, build strong employer and training provider networks, and develop compelling partnership proposals and agreements.
- Work closely with internal teams to unlock employer and training opportunities and drive measurable impact at scale.
- Maintain high standards in safeguarding, compliance, and inclusion while delivering accessible programmes.
- Influence senior stakeholders, deliver on key performance metrics, and produce results in complex environments.
Qualifications
- Experience developing partnerships with employers, training providers or sector networks.
- Strong commercial acumen – ability to build proposals, budgets and agreements.
- Data‑driven mindset – confident working with insights, labour market trends and statistics to inform decisions.
- Strong stakeholder management, analytical thinking and the ability to turn insight into action.
- Passion for supporting young people and a commitment to social impact.
Benefits
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays; office closure between Christmas and New Year.
- Flexible working – balanced office days and remote working where operationally possible.
- Opportunities to volunteer for or attend Trust events such as The King’s Trust Awards, Pride, and other community events.
- In‑house learning platform for skill development.
- Comprehensive benefits platform covering health, financial well‑being and discounts.
- Personal development support through cultural, gender, disability and LGBTQIA+ networks.
- Generous maternity, adoption and paternity leave entitlements (up to 13 weeks full pay/8 weeks full pay for paternity).
- Interest‑free season ticket loans.
- Trust pension scheme contribution: 5% of salary.
- Generous life assurance cover (four times the annual salary).
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds, with a particular focus on under‑represented groups. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and a Disability Confident organisation. All staff, volunteers and young people are supported through our networks (KT CAN, KT GEN, KT DAWN, PULSE).
Safeguarding
The King’s Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers undergo basic disclosure checks, and those working directly with young people are subject to enhanced checks.
Recruitment Notes
We prefer to hire directly but maintain a preferred agency list for specific needs. Applications should be submitted with a CV and cover letter detailing experience, transferable skills and motivation.
Delivery Partnership Development Manager - London employer: The King's Trust
The King’s Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in London that prioritises the development of impactful partnerships for young people. With a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, employees benefit from generous leave policies, flexible working arrangements, and extensive personal development opportunities through in-house training and community engagement events. The supportive culture fosters growth and collaboration, making it an ideal place for those passionate about social impact and youth empowerment.
