Partnerships Co-ordinator

Arts Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An arts organization is seeking a Partnerships Coordinator to support brand and corporate partnerships. This key role involves administrative oversight, collaboration with multiple departments, and the management of donor relationships. Candidates must exhibit excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in administration, preferably within the arts. The position also requires effective communication and the ability to create compelling proposals. The application deadline is 26 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional setting with a focus on administration.
• Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple tasks.
• Experience working in the arts or creative sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill donor requirements and contractual obligations.
• Maintain accurate records for partnerships.
• Design and deliver fundraising proposals.
• Research potential brand partners.
• Assist in planning cultivation events.

Skills

Administration experience

Strong administrative skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Tact and discretion

Tools

InDesign

CRM (Tessitura)

Job description

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 - published

Job Summary

Somerset House has an excellent track record of working with corporate and brand partners, including a number of Awards at the UK Sponsorship Awards. The Partnerships Coordinator is a key role, supporting the work of the Brand Partnerships and Corporate Partnerships teams.

Job Description

Somerset House does not receive any regular public funding, therefore income from fundraising and sponsorship is especially important. Somerset House is an inspiring cause to support, and there is a real opportunity to create rewarding associations with brand and corporate partners across activity including public programming, artist studios and our work developing pathways for young people into the creative industries.

The Partnerships Coordinator will be highly organised with a meticulous approach to donor care. They will collaborate closely with colleagues in departments across the organisation including Finance, Marketing, Press, Live Events, Exhibitions and Studios, to provide an inspiring and rewarding association for brands and corporate companies.

Job Requirements

Essential

• Administration experience in a professional setting
• Strong office-based administrative and time management skills
• Good organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to prioritise and consistently meet deadlines
• Confident and clear communicator, tailoring delivery to suit different audiences
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Tact and discretion

Desirable

• Design experience including use of InDesign (highly desirable, but training will be provided for anyone not fluent in this area)
• Experience working in the arts or creative sectors
• Experience working in account management or fundraising
• Experience in marketing or brand communications
• Working knowledge of fundraising best practice, including GDPR and the Fundraising Regulator's Code of Practice
• Confident CRM user, ideally Tessitura

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure all benefits, crediting and reporting are fulfilled as per donor requirements and contractual obligations
• Maintain accurate records on each brand / corporate partnership, including tracking benefit uptake, engagement reporting and delivery of contractual responsibilities
• New Business Design and deliver persuasive proposals, decks, templates and fundraising collateral, responding to design briefs from the development team
• New Business Undertake research assignments on potential brands and corporate partners in accordance with our due diligence protocols, producing detailed prospect research profiles as required
• Events Work closely with the Development Coordinator to plan and deliver the Development cultivation and stewardship events programme from sending invitations to event management, working closely with Somerset House's Commercial Events Operations and wider teams

Please apply using the link provided or by email to the hiring manager. Applications must be submitted by Monday, 26 January 2026 at 11:59 PM (midnight).