Are you ready to be part of something truly exciting and play a key role in supporting the future of young people in North East Lincolnshire.
We are looking for someone with strong relationship building skills, a proven track record of business development, income generation and/or account management.
If you are ambitious to succeed, have experience in relationship-led business and are a great communicator then this role is the perfect platform to make a real-life difference to the young people of Grimsby and North East Lincolnshire!
As an equal opportunities’ employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
Position: Relationships Manager (fundraising and relationships)
Location: Grimsby
Salary: £30,000 - £34,000
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: 33 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), Birthday holiday leave, Workplace Pension, Free gym access, Training & CPD opportunities, Access to the employee assistance programme
Closing Date: 13th April 2026. This role may close sooner than advertised if a suitable candidate is found.
First Stage Interviews: Wednesday 22nd April
Young People Panel: Wednesday 29th April
About the Role
Join a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe.
As Relationships Manager, you’ll work within an ambitious team, securing sustainable income to ensure the youth zone can deliver high-quality, safe and inclusive services for young people. A dynamic and rewarding role at the heart of the Fundraising & Communications team, helping to generate the income needed each year to keep the youth zone sustainable.
From working with high net-worth Individual and organisations on the Founder Patron campaign, to working on Corporate Partnerships, individual giving campaigns, major gifts and high value supporters, to supporting and growing community-led fundraising, planning and delivering events, campaigns and appeals.
Previous fundraising experience is not essential but you will need strong relationship building skills, with a proven track record of business development, income generation and/or account management.
Being able to tell good stories around local case studies to build a picture of why a youth zone is needed in North East Lincolnshire, along with great presentations skills.
About You
You’ll bring excellent administrative skills to the role and experience of using a CRM system as you will need to be involved in the preparation of proposals, gift agreements and reports. Attention to detail and strong organisational abilities are essential.
Most importantly, you have a genuine passion for our local area and for improving the quality of life of members.
So if you are ambitious to succeed, have strong relationship building skills, with a proven track record of business development, income generation and/or account management, then we would love to hear from you!
About the Organisation
This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 – 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025.
The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application.
The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Partnerships, Income Generation, Fundraising, Sales, Account Manager, Business Development, Key Account Manager, Corporate Partnerships, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Business Development Manager. #INDNFP
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People
Salary description
£30000.00 - £34000.00 per year