Strategic Partnership Manager

NEC Software Solutions

. Develop and implement a strategic partnership framework aligned with organisational objectives .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in partnership management and business development, with a strong focus on strategic negotiation, relationship management, and performance measurement. Proven ability to engage senior stakeholders and drive revenue growth through innovative collaboration and effective communication.

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Partnership ManagementBusiness DevelopmentNegotiation SkillsStakeholder EngagementAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Strategic Partnership Framework DevelopmentMarket ResearchCompetitor AnalysisContractual CompliancePerformance Measurement

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementNetworking SkillsCollaborationPresentation SkillsTrust Building

Certifications & Qualifications

UK Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

HealthcareTechnologyPublic SectorDigital TransformationProfessional Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a strategic partnership framework aligned with organisational objectives
Identify partnership opportunities supporting revenue growth, service enhancement, market expansion, and innovation
Build a pipeline of potential partners across public, private, and third-sector organisations
Conduct market research and competitor analysis
Establish and maintain executive-level relationships with key partners
Act as the primary point of contact for partnerships
Foster trust, collaboration, and long-term engagement with partner organisations
Resolve issues proactively to protect and strengthen partner relationships
Negotiate partnership agreements, memoranda of understanding, and commercial arrangements
Work with legal, procurement, and finance teams to ensure contractual compliance
Identify joint growth opportunities, co-created solutions, and collaborative business initiatives
Support bid development, tender responses, and joint go-to-market activities
Track and report commercial outcomes generated through partnerships
Collaborate with senior leaders and internal teams across operations, technology, marketing, product development, and customer success
Represent the organisation at industry events, conferences, and networking forums
Promote the organisation's strategic vision and capabilities to external stakeholders
Establish partnership success measures and performance indicators
Monitor partnership effectiveness and generate regular performance reports
Present updates and recommendations to senior leadership teams
Deliver partnership growth objectives, sustainable partnership pipeline, revenue or market growth objectives, partner satisfaction and retention, governance, and innovative collaboration opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in partnership management, business development, account management, or strategic alliances
Proven track record of developing and managing successful strategic partnerships
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders and executives
Ability to build compelling business cases and strategic proposals
Excellent relationship management and networking skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Experience managing complex cross-functional initiatives
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Desirable: experience within healthcare, technology, public sector, digital transformation, or professional services environments
Desirable: understanding of procurement and tender processes
Desirable: experience working with strategic frameworks and governance models
Desirable: knowledge of partnership performance measurement and value realisation
Pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK
Documentary evidence of right to work required
Satisfactory vetting and reference checks
UK Security Clearance required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees, with the option to add family members at an additional cost
25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell
4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC, with the option to increase cover at an additional cost
Group Pension Plan with employer contributions up to a maximum of 8.5%
Flexible benefits selection
Employee assistance programme
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