Sponsorship Sales and Fundraising Manager

About Us:

Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people s lives and strengthen our local community.

At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive:

Benefits:

• 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), 3 additional free days off at Christmas
• Life Insurance
• Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, cycle to work)
• A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
• Free Gym Membership
• Free breakfasts/snacks

Reports to: Head of Growth and Branding

Based: Battersea

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

Contract: Full Time, 12-month Fixed Term Contract

Work Arrangement: 40 hours per week, Flexible

Role Overview:

The Sponsorship Sales & Fundraising Manager will be responsible for delivering a sponsorship and fundraising strategy to secure financial and in-kind support for the London Borough of Culture programme. The role will focus on identifying and securing corporate and local business sponsorship, grants, philanthropic giving and other income streams, ensuring the programme has the necessary funding (£1.2m target) to deliver its vision, while laying the foundations for a long-term funding legacy for cultural activity in the borough.

We are looking for someone who loves to network, chat to local businesses, and promote the exciting opportunities we have to offer. The successful candidate will be dynamic and proactive in their approach to the role, taking ownership of the strategy, be creative in their problem solving and help shape a long-term funding legacy. If you re looking for a rewarding challenge and want to make a real difference in the cultural sector, we d love to hear from you!

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Refine and implement a sponsorship strategy, identifying potential corporate partners aligned with the programme s values and objectives
• Responsible for utilising the sponsorship package for potential partners to buy in to
• Research and approach businesses for sponsorship, presenting compelling proposals to secure financial and in-kind contributions
• Negotiate and manage sponsorship agreements, ensuring deliverables and brand activations are met
• Develop a fundraising strategy to secure at least £1.2m through sponsorship, grants, and philanthropic giving
• Identify and apply for funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, already secured from: Arts Council England, National Lottery Heritage Fund, and other bodies
• Build relationships with grant-making organisations and philanthropic donors to cultivate long-term support
• Develop partnerships with local businesses, cultural institutions, and funding bodies to embed a culture of sponsorship and philanthropy in the borough
• Work with local government, private sector partners, and community organisations to develop long-term investment strategies for cultural activities beyond the Borough of Culture year
• Support community organisations in capacity-building for future fundraising and sponsorship opportunities
• Provide regular reports on progress toward commercial target, income generation, sponsorship activations, and fundraising performance
• Work closely with LBOC Project Manager, Growth Team at Enable and external partners to feedback appropriately, strong communication skills and ability to escalate issues or concerns efficiently

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in fundraising, sponsorship, or business development, preferably in the arts, culture, or charitable sector
• Demonstrated success in securing corporate sponsorship and grant funding
• Experience in delivering six-figure fundraising targets, ideally at or above £1.2m
• Strong networking and relationship management skills with the ability to engage corporate and philanthropic partners
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop compelling proposals and presentations
• Knowledge of fundraising regulations, sponsorship agreements, and grant compliance
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to secure mutually beneficial sponsorship agreements
• Experience in budget management and income forecasting
• Experience working within a cultural, arts, or heritage organisation
• Knowledge of London s corporate, philanthropic, and funding landscape
• Experience in crowdfunding, community fundraising, or public giving campaigns
• Familiarity with CRM and donor management systems

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts.

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate.

Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website.