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Do you enjoy nurturing existing client relationships?Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button.London Business School are thrilled to be recruiting for a Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager to join Degree Education on a 12-month maternity cover. This role is responsible for leading the development of new and existing relationships with corporate clients, growing our presence with organisations in the UK and internationally. The Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager will proactively expand our number and quality of client relationships, to build company sponsored degree education opportunities and as such contribute to the overall Recruitment & Admissions team goals. The post holder will target clients within key sectors including Financial Services, Consulting and Technology.The key to success in this role is the post-holders ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, both internally and externally.Please note, this role has an ideal start date in September 2025 and is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover. Considerable international travel will be a requirement of the role. Main ResponsibilitiesGain excellent understanding of the 12 degree programmes at LBS and support each pipelines needs within the corporate spaceIdentification of new high potential clients globally, create an outreach plan and initiate relationship buildingEngage existing global clients on a regular basis to ensure that London Business School remains a priority investmentSupport the team with sector focused partnerships across other pillars (Academic, Diverse Networks and Sectors)Manage relationships and work directly with Heads of Talent/ Managing Directors/ Business Unit Leaders across corporate organisations to identify need and build a business caseDelivering presentations pitched for B2B and B2C and follow up consultations with prospective students where appropriateTracking of client relationships and duties via an existing CRM systemInternational travel where requiredWho we are looking forExperience of developing relationships and winning business in a B2B environment with a proven track record in influencing senior level clients including HR Directors/ Heads of Talent/ Managing Directors/ Business Unit LeadersExcellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to negotiate, collaborate and influence internal and external stakeholdersExcellent stakeholder engagement skills with experience of managing a large range of different internal stakeholdersBackground in learning and development, business education, business services or recruitment preferredHigher Education experience advantageous and knowledge of business education and competitor organisations desirableWillingness to travel internationally is a requirement of the role. International experience is desirableExperience working across consulting and finance is desirableWhy London Business SchoolLondon Business School; a global and vibrant business community based in two of the worlds most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. Its where extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive and dynamic working environment for our people to excel in, whatever their location.What you can expect from usGenerous annual leave of 27 days plus extra between Christmas and New YearGenerous pension package, 14.5% employer contribution (in return for employee enrolment and contribution)Free onsite gym and swimming poolAmazing range of professional development to support your career pathEnhanced cycle to work schemeWellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial healthUp to 5 days paid emergency leave for staff who have caring responsibilities for a family member, dependent or friend who is ill.At London Business School, we support Smart Working - a hybrid approach designed to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance while delivering the best outcomes for your role and the needs of our customers. All roles require a minimum of two days on campus each week to foster a vibrant, collaborative community.For this role specifically, you will be expected to be on campus 2 days per week.We operate with core hours 10:00-15:00 to maximise opportunities for connection and collaboration across teams during the working day. Outside of these hours, you may still be required for meetings or collaboration based on your role and customer needs. Additionally, we offer Protected Time - a flexible, one-hour slot, within the working week dedicated to your learning and development, wellbeing, or focused, quiet workOur commitment to driving inclusion and belongingWe are a globally reaching institution, committed to creating tangible and sustainable change in driving inclusion & belonging within our School, education and society at large. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive. This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard.Candidates needing sponsorship should assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by evaluating their circumstances against the relevant criteria before applyingPlease note we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles.Closing date: 18th June 2025