Job Description

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Job Type:

Freelance Opportunity, 1 day a week
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Location:

Based at Changemaker Studios Portsmouth, Portsmouth Guildhall OR Changemaker Studios London, Maida Vale OR Remote.
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Time Period:

3 month trial with a view to extending
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Salary:

Day Rate: 200
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Start Date:

September (Flexible)
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Application Deadline:

ASAP, candidates will be interviewed as applications come in and the advert removed as soon as the right candidate has been found.
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Partnerships Account Manager - Freelancer Opportunity

Job type:

Freelance Opportunity, 1 day a week

Location:

Based at Changemaker Studios Portsmouth, Portsmouth Guildhall

OR

Changemaker Studios London, Maida Vale

OR

Remote.

Time period:

3 month trial with a view to extending

Day Rate:

200

Start date:

September (Flexible)

Apply by:

ASAP, candidates will be interviewed as applications come in and the advert removed as soon as the right candidate has been found.

Interview Date/s

: Ongoing.

To apply, please email a CV and cover letter, no more than 3 A4 pages in total, to

[email protected].

- Are you passionate about supporting an organisation's key partnerships to empower young people to be changemakers?

Join an exciting, fast-paced and growing social enterprise as a Partnerships Account Manager focusing on ensuring Unloc's funders, clients and partners get the attention they need.



You'll be joining an organisation that believes every young person can be a changemaker. By developing young people's skills and confidence, we empower them to shape their lives and the world around them. Watch the short video below to see the impact we're leading and how you could be part of it:



All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks returning satisfactory results including an Enhanced DBS Check, social media checks and Right to Work checks. We carry out these checks as an organisation that undertakes 'regulated activity' as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (SVG) Act 2006. Please note that such checks will include both spent and unspent convictions. Any candidate with convictions relating to offences against children or other vulnerable people will be deemed as unsuitable to work at Unloc and any job offer will be made on this basis.



The recruitment process is outlined in Unloc's Safer Recruitment Policy available at https://www.unloc.org.uk/policies-and-procedures/.

Key Responsibilities:

Partnership Management & Retention

Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of academic, business and community partners. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships through regular communication and check-ins. Ensure contractual commitments are met, delivering agreed benefits and outcomes for each partner. Monitor partner satisfaction and take proactive steps to resolve issues or enhance the partnership. Maintain accurate records of interactions, deliverables, and partner feedback in the Unloc CRM on Monday.com.

Partnership Delivery

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of partner-related programmes, projects and events. Track, report, and evidence the impact of partnership activities for partner reporting and renewals.

Growth & Upselling

Identify opportunities to expand existing partnerships through new initiatives, additional services, or longer-term commitments. Work with the Partnership Development team to link-sell opportunities and contribute to revenue targets. Support the creation of proposals and renewal pitches for existing partners.

Reporting & Evaluation

Produce regular partnership performance reports, impact summaries, and case studies. Collect and analyse data to demonstrate partner ROI and the social impact of their involvement. Present findings to partners in a clear, engaging, and professional format. Share partner updates and requirements with colleagues to ensure alignment across projects.

Brand & Advocacy

Represent Unloc in partner meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities. Advocate for Unloc's mission and values in all partner interactions. Seek opportunities for joint storytelling, PR, and content creation with partners.

Administration & Compliance

Keep partnership agreements and documents up to date. Ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant regulations in all partner communications and data handling. Manage partnership timelines, budgets, and invoicing processes in collaboration with the operations and finance team.

Person Specification:

Qualifications

Essential:


GCSE Maths and English at grade A-C / 9-4 (or equivalent).
Two A-Levels at grade A-C (or equivalent).


Desirable:


Level 2 ICT qualification. A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant subject (or equivalent industry experience). A teaching qualification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential:


Previous experience in sales, partnership development and/or account management. Previous experience working with academic institutions.

Desirable:


Previous experience of working for a social enterprise. Previous knowledge of the public sector. Previous experience working with businesses

Abilities and Skills

Essential:


Ability to prioritise and manage own workload. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. High-level communication skills including written and verbal communication.

Desirable:


High level of skill when using Google Workspace. Ability to maintain a professional online image including social media platforms such as Instagram and LinkedIn. This includes promoting Unloc's work and opportunities for young people.

Other

Essential:


Willingness to undertake staff training and development as required. This could include the opportunity to undertake a degree level apprenticeship. Willingness to travel across the Solent region on a frequent basis and sometimes further afield.

Desirable:


A full UK driving licence.

To apply, please email a CV and cover letter, no more than 3 A4 pages in total, to

[email protected]

.