Corporate Partnerships Manager

SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health) is Scotland's leading mental health charity, dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by mental health issues. Founded in 1923, the charity strives to create a society where mental health is valued, understood, and supported. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, SAMH is at the forefront of mental health advocacy, ensuring that everyone has access to the support they need to lead fulfilling lives. What will you do as Corporate Partnerships Manager? Here at BTA, we have been given the fantastic opportunity of representing SAMH in their search for their new Corporate Partnerships Manager. Your expertise in account and relationship management will be crucial in building long-term, sustainable financial support where you will play a pivotal part in managing corporate partnerships that provide vital funding for SAMH mental health programs. In this role you will be responsible for managing multi-year partnerships and delivering exceptional stewardship journeys for corporate supporters. Additionally, you will have a vital role in the Account Management team, while also collaborating closely with colleagues across the Fundraising Department and wider SAMH to fully maximise all opportunities for our partners. Key responsibilities include: Direct Line Management Provide leadership and guidance to a team of two Account Managers, supporting their development and success. You will also support the Senior Manager in maximising the corporate income stream through partnership work. Account Management Understanding funding mechanisms and processes is required to create relevant and innovative offerings tailored to partner needs making SAMH more attractive to corporate sponsors. Maximising Partnerships - Delivering high-quality, impactful partnerships that consistently meet or exceed partner expectations. Executing partnership projects flawlessly, building trust and paving the way for future collaboration and increased financial contributions. Relationship Management Maintaining the current partnerships within SAMH, building and growing ongoing relationships to encourage long-term support and funding. Representation Act as a passionate ambassador for SAMH, effectively representing our values and mission to external stakeholders and partners and advocating for mental health awareness and support in all interactions. What does SAMH need from you? Experience: Strong experience in meeting and exceeding income or fundraising targets, with the ability to develop and implement successful partnership strategies. Knowledge in managing corporate partnerships, ideally within a charity or not-for-profit sector. Demonstrable experience of line managing staff, including supporting and developing staff desirable. Key Skills and Attributes Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including confidence in public speaking/presentations and report writing. Strategic thinking with the ability to identify new business development opportunities and areas for partnership growth. Competence in using CRM systems and databases to manage partner information and track progress desirable. What is in it for you? You will work in a supportive environment and will be provided with a full induction and training opportunities. You will be given the chance to develop your knowledge and skills, as well as develop professionally. Some of the benefits include; 30 days annual leave rising to 33 after 5 years service (+4 public holidays). 2 paid wellbeing days off per year to use on what matters to you. Funded continuous learning and development opportunities, access to over 100 courses online in addition to classroom and virtual training sessions. Workplace pension scheme and Life Assurance policy from day one, None specified

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Around since 1923, SAMH is Scotland’s national mental health charity. Today, SAMH operates 60 services in communities across Scotland providing mental health social care support, homelessness, addictions and employment services among others. These services, together with our national programme work in See Me, respectme, suicide prevention and active living; inform our policy and campaign work to influence positive social change.