Senior Partnerships Executive

My client is a modern mutual society with a long-standing heritage. They are currently looking to appoint a Senior Partnerships Executive within their Business Innovations function to join a highly collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Purpose of the Role

• Own and develop existing strategic partnerships within the Business Innovations team
• Coordinate the onboarding and launch of key distribution partners aligned to business objectives
• Act as the key point of contact internally and externally for assigned partners
• Deliver all responsibilities in line with company culture, values, and Consumer Duty principles

Key Responsibilities

• Own, develop, and maximise the performance of strategic partnerships in line with business objectives
• Evaluate and qualify new distribution partners aligned to strategic goals
• Lead onboarding projects for new partners, coordinating across internal teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Maintain strong governance across partnerships, including meeting documentation and action tracking
• Keep internal procedures accurate and up to date, ensuring compliance with agreed processes
• Monitor partner performance and support reporting activity with the Partnerships Manager
• Work closely with reinsurers and co-manufacturing partners to support development of new insurance propositions
• Act as a subject matter expert for assigned partnerships and products, including delivering internal training
• Develop strong understanding of distribution models and enabling technologies
• Maintain strong knowledge of the UK protection insurance market
• Attend external meetings and industry events, including occasional overnight travel
• Support the Head of Business Innovations and Senior Partnerships Manager with strategic development
• Carry out additional duties as required

About You

Essential:

• Experience in strategic account management, client management, business development, or a partner-facing role
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strong partner relationships
• Experience within the insurance sector
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrable experience delivering strategies and plans successfully
• Strong initiative and problem-solving ability
• Comfortable working independently and resolving technical queries
• Highly organised, calm under pressure, and able to manage competing priorities
• Confident presenter able to tailor communication to different audiences and explain technical concepts clearly
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and results-driven approach
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical industry knowledge

Desirable:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience in product or marketing roles
• Data and analytical capability