Job Title: Corporate Partnership and Events Executive
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced corporate partnerships and events professional to lead on business development, stakeholder engagement, and event strategy. This role will play a key part in identifying new partnership opportunities, cultivating strategic relationships, driving corporate income growth, and leading impactful corporate events and campaigns.
The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on business development, with the ability to proactively identify, research, and approach potential corporate partners aligned with our values and mission. They will also be responsible for managing a healthy pipeline of prospects, negotiating and delivering win-win partnerships, and ensuring the efficient and strategic delivery of events.
Key Responsibilities:
* Identify, research, and approach potential corporate partners to develop and manage a robust business development pipeline to achieve annual corporate fundraising targets.
* Design and deliver compelling corporate partnership proposals and tailored sponsorship packages.
* Cultivate long-term, high-value relationships with business leaders, CSR managers, and corporate stakeholders.
* Monitor industry trends and CSR developments to inform prospecting and engagement strategies.
* Collaborate with internal teams to develop innovative, high value partnership concepts that align with business priorities.
Event & Campaign Strategy:
* Proactively identify, research, and pitch for potential corporate events aligned with our values and mission.
* Plan, deliver, and evaluate strategic events and campaigns that raise income and brand awareness.
* Ensure every opportunity is maximised to drive income, reduce costs, and build long-term value.
* Manage event budgets, logistics, supplier relationships, and volunteer coordination.
Stakeholder Engagement & Stewardship:
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with key partners, suppliers, committees, and internal stakeholders.
* Provide excellent partner stewardship, delivering value and impact reporting for corporate supporters.
* Represent us at meetings, networking events, and sector forums to promote opportunities and build new relationships.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Third-level qualification in fundraising, marketing, sales, or business development.
* Minimum 5 years' experience in project and relationship management, ideally in a business development, fundraising, or CSR role.
* Proven success in securing, managing, and growing corporate partnerships or sponsorships.
* Commercial acumen with a strategic, growth-focused mindset.
* Strong understanding of CSR trends, cause-related marketing, and the corporate giving landscape in Ireland.
* Highly skilled in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and networking.
* CRM proficiency and confidence using data to drive decisions and performance.
* Knowledge of fundraising best practices, GDPR, and compliance requirements in the charity sector.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
What We Offer:
* An opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families across Ireland.
* A highly supportive and mission-driven team environment.
* Scope to lead on innovative partnership and event strategies.
* Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options.
* Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.