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The King's Trust

Business Development Manager - Brand Partnerships

On site

United kingdom

Full Time

10-10-2025

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Training Motivation Marketing business development

Job Specifications

Location: Preferably London due to the clients you'll be working with; however, we will accept applications for any UK Trust office. This is a hybrid role, and 40-60% of your week will be in the office
Interviews: 3rd and 4th November
For more information, or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.
We re looking for a bold and creative Business Development Manager to join The King s Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to drive forward some of the most innovative commercial campaigns, cause-related marketing and fundraising products in the charity sector. Your work will directly power our mission to support young people to live, learn and earn, while helping us grow long-term, high-value brand partnerships.
In this role, you ll take the lead on securing six-figure strategic partnerships from the consumer and leisure sectors. You ll work closely with brand, youth marketing, commercial and senior leaders to develop pipelines, respond to briefs, and create bespoke opportunities that inspire brands to work with us. With your relationship-building skills, commercial acumen and creative flair, you ll deliver compelling pitches, proposals and presentations that showcase the power of purposeful partnerships with The King s Trust.
If you re a confident partnership builder with a track record of winning big, thrive in a target-driven environment, and love bringing ideas to life through creative campaigns, we want to hear from you. Join a team that s ambitious, collaborative and focused on transforming futures, and play your part in helping more young people unlock their potential.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Business Development Managers?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people s lives and we couldn t do this without the important work of a Business Development Manager!
Perks for working at The Trust!
Great holiday package!30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
You can volunteer for and/or attend events The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
In-house learning platform!Develop your skills for your career and your role
Benefits platform!Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
Personal development opportunities through our Networks KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
Interest-free season ticket loans
The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
Generous life assurance cover(4 x annual salary)

About the Company

The King's Trust is working for young people. We support 11 to 30-year-olds in the UK to develop the skills and confidence they need for life, to find a job or start a business. Founded by His Majesty The King in 1976, when he was HRH The Prince of Wales, we've helped more than 1,000,000 young people into work, education and training - and there's more work to do. If you're a young person, or know a young person who could benefit from our support, call us free on 0800 842 842 or visit our website: www.kingstrust.org.uk We're... Know more