At a glance

Skills

Public relations
Business development / Sales
Strategic development and planning

Where

London, E15 4AQ

Mainly at home

Time

Mostly during office hours Estimate of time needed:
1-3 hours / week, 3-7 hours / week or 7-15 hours / week

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Welcome to Reach Volunteering. We are a community and registered charity that connects people, skills and good causes.

To apply for this role, and any other on our platform, you need to be based in the UK, have at least three years of experience using the skills you wish to volunteer in a professional capacity or have lived experience (for trustee roles). Read more about our criteria.

Seeking a Business Development Representative volunteer to help us grow and maximise our impact for the young people we serve.

What will you be doing?

Responsible for identifying, engaging, and securing partnerships with corporate entities to support Start Young UK's mission. This role will focus on generating interest from potential partners, setting up meetings with the charities trustees, and potentially closing deals. The specialist will develop and implement outreach strategies, manage the sales pipeline, and build lasting relationships with corporate sponsors.

What you will be doing:

Identify potential corporate partners using various sources including LinkedIn, industry databases, and networking events.
Initiate and nurture relationships with key decision-makers in target companies through email, phone, and LinkedIn communications.
Set up qualified meetings between potential partners and Start Young UK's trustees or leadership team.
Sales Pipeline Management: Maintain an accurate and up-to-date pipeline of potential partnerships, tracking all interactions and next steps.
(optional) Create tailored partnership proposals that align Start Young UK's needs with the CSR goals of potential corporate partners.
(Optional) Assist in preparing compelling presentations and materials for partnership meetings.
Market Research: Stay informed about CSR trends, competitor activities, and potential partnership opportunities in the youth development sector.
Track and report on outreach activities, success rates, and pipeline health to inform strategy refinement.
(optional) For more experienced candidates, take on the role of closing partnerships and managing ongoing relationship

What are we looking for?

Securing corporate partnerships is crucial for Start Young Uk's growth and sustainability. This role will help generate the resources and support needed to expand our programmes and increase our impact on disadvantaged youth. By building strong corporate relationships, we can not only secure funding but also create opportunities for mentorship, work experience, and other valuable support for the young people we serve.

What we are looking for:

Proven track record in B2B sales, business development, or corporate fundraising, preferably in the non-profit sector.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with the capacity to engage effectively with corporate executives.
Strong ability to build and maintain professional networks and relationships.
Capacity to develop and implement effective outreach and engagement strategies.
Ability to handle rejection positively and persistently pursue opportunities.
Aptitude for conducting thorough research on potential partners and their CSR interests.
Ability to create and deliver compelling presentations and proposals.
Strong focus on achieving partnership and revenue targets.
Genuine interest in Start Young UK's mission and ability to articulate our impact convincingly.

What difference will you make?

By securing corporate partnerships, you will significantly boost Start Young UK's financial resources, enabling programme expansion.

Your work will contribute to a more diverse and stable funding base, increasing Start Young UK's long-term sustainability.

Corporate partnerships can provide valuable resources beyond funding, such as mentorship, work experience, and skills workshops for our young people.

Engaging with corporate partners will increase Start Young UK's visibility and credibility in the business world.

About StartYoungUK

Causes

Children / families

Organisation type:

Not for profit

StartYoungUK is dedicated to supporting young people from the age of 5-18 years from socio-economically disadvantaged areas by providing mentorship, educational workshops, and access to essential...