Partnerships & Growth Officer
Employer: Bridging the Bar
Location: Remote role, with occasional travel to London and other UK cities
Working hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week - Mon- Fri 9:00–18:00 with a one hour lunch break.
Salary: £25,396.80 per annum, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus linked to organisational performance. The expected range for this bonus is £1,000–£5,000, depending on results.
Closing date: 09:00 12th January 2026
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Key Details
We are seeking a proactive, confident, and relationship-driven Partnerships & Growth Officer to
contribute to Bridging the Bar’s external income and growth activities. This is a highly
client-facing role that involves engaging with chambers, organisations, major sponsors, donors,
grant funders, and other external stakeholders to secure financial support for BTB’s mission and
programmes. You will take ownership of outreach, lead meetings and negotiations, and build
strong, long-term relationships that underpin the charity’s sustainability and impact.
Job Title: Partnerships & Growth Officer
Location: Remote (c. twice a month travel to London and other UK cities, with expenses
reimbursed).
Working Hours: Mon- Fri 9:00–18:00 with a one hour lunch break.
Weekend Work: 1–2 Saturdays per month (September to June), with time off in lieu.
Salary:£25,396.80 per annum, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus linked to organisational
performance. The expected range for this bonus is £1,000–£5,000, depending on results.
About Bridging the Bar
Bridging the Bar (BTB) is an award-winning charity working to increase diversity at the Bar of
England and Wales. We support aspiring barristers from underrepresented backgrounds
through a range of high-impact programmes, events, and partnerships with leading chambers,
law firms, and institutions.
The Role
We are seeking a proactive, confident, and relationship-driven Partnerships & Growth Officer to
contribute to Bridging the Bar’s external income and growth activities. This is a highly
client-facing role that involves engaging with chambers, organisations, major sponsors, donors,
grant funders, and other external stakeholders to secure financial support for BTB’s mission and
programmes. You will take ownership of outreach, lead meetings and negotiations, and build
strong, long-term relationships that underpin the charity’s sustainability and impact.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will manage the delivery and renewal of our annual
Partnership Cycle, cultivate major sponsorships, prepare award and grant applications, support
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the development of new income streams such as our accreditation scheme, high-value
individual giving, and crowdfunding, and innovate novel initiatives. You will work closely with the
Head of Operations and Programmes, as well as the wider Programmes team, to ensure
high-quality delivery across all external commitments, seamless coordination, and effective
communication of BTB’s outcomes and impact.
This role is ideal for someone who is motivated by securing resources, enjoys leading external
meetings, thrives in a varied and fast-moving environment, has a flexible and innovative
approach, and is excited by the opportunity to contribute to BTB’s strategic growth and
long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Partnerships Cycle
Each year, Bridging the Bar works with a cohort of chambers and organisations who financially
support our work through the Partnership Cycle. This cycle runs from April to April, with partners
donating a set amount in return for formal recognition and a package of benefits delivered
throughout the year. As the cycle progresses, you will be responsible for outreach and renewals,
onboarding, benefit delivery, and ongoing relationship management.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will be responsible for:
● Researching and identifying potential partner organisations, and conducting proactive
outreach to engage them in the Partnership Cycle
● Renewing existing or recurring partnerships, ensuring positive and long-term
relationships
● Leading meetings and negotiations with potential or existing partners to secure
onboarding to the current Partnerships Cycle
● Ensuring the smooth delivery of partnership benefits, including coordinating agreed
activities and supporting partners to maximise the value of their engagement
● Coordinating with programme teams where cross-team collaboration is required to
ensure expectations are met in relation to partner benefits
● Maintaining accurate partnership tracking, including invoicing, communications, benefit
allocation, and delivery deadlines
● Monitoring partner accounts and taking a proactive approach to managing partner
relationships and resolving issues
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● Developing and refining partnership materials, such as proposals, benefit decks, and
outreach resources
● Bringing an innovative, solutions-focused approach to the design and delivery of
partnership benefits and improvements to the overall cycle
● Gathering partnership feedback, ensuring partners understand the value and outcomes
of their contribution
● Supporting impact reporting, including gathering relevant data, preparing summaries,
and assisting the Head of Operations and Programmes in the production of reports for
the Board
Major Sponsorships
Bridging the Bar also secures major sponsorships to fund specific programmes, such as the
Academy. These agreements are individually negotiated and supported through tailored
engagement plans. You will be responsible for identifying potential major sponsors, supporting
negotiations, coordinating the delivery of agreed benefits, and managing these relationships to
ensure strong long-term sponsorships.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will be responsible for:
● Researching and identifying potential major sponsors, and conducting proactive
outreach to engage organisations aligned with our programmes and new initiatives
● Cultivating and renewing major sponsorships, ensuring positive, long-term relationships
with key funders
● Developing proposals, presentations, and engagement resources tailored to major
funders to support pitches
● Collaborating with programme teams to ensure cross-team deliverables related to major
sponsorships are met effectively and on schedule
● Maintaining accurate tracking of major sponsorships, including records of
communications, deliverables, invoicing, and benefit fulfilment
● Proactively monitoring sponsor accounts, addressing emerging needs, and supporting
strong relationship stewardship
● Gathering sponsor feedback and helping sponsors understand the outcomes and impact
of their contribution
● Supporting impact reporting, including gathering relevant data, preparing summaries,
and assisting the Head of Operations and Programmes in producing reports for the
Board
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Grants and Awards Applications
Bridging the Bar also pursues opportunities through both achievement awards and monetary
grants. Achievement awards help raise our profile and showcase the impact of our work, while
grant funding supports the delivery and growth of our programmes. You will contribute to
identifying suitable opportunities, preparing strong applications, and supporting the stewardship
and reporting required by award bodies and grant funders.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will be responsible for:
● Researching and identifying suitable opportunities that align with Bridging the Bar’s
mission, programmes, impact, and funding requirements
● Drafting and preparing high-quality applications, including gathering evidence, impact
data, and supporting materials
● Monitoring deadlines and submission requirements to ensure timely, accurate
applications
● Assisting with stewardship of award bodies and grant funders, including timely
communication and relationship management
● Supporting grant reporting requirements, such as gathering programme data, preparing
summaries, and assisting the Head of Operations and Programmes with narrative and
financial reporting
New Initiatives
In addition to established activities, Bridging the Bar pursues new and emerging initiatives to
support long-term financial sustainability, programme expansion, and reputational growth. This
includes in our current development phase; a Chambers focused accreditation scheme,
high-value individual giving, and crowdfunding campaigns. Future expansion has the scope to
include other opportunities whether identified by the organisation or by you. You will help
develop, test, and implement these initiatives as they evolve.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will be responsible for:
● Overseeing the pilot of the accreditation scheme including; conducting meetings with
pilot chambers, co-ordinating with consultants, ensuring deliverable are met, assisting
with evaluation and refinement, supporting materials production
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● Overseeing the initial stages of our high value individual giving work stream including;
identifying potential givers, conducting relevant meetings, co-ordinating with suppliers,
dispatching thank you gifts, and supporting materials production and distribution
● Developing crowd funding and fundraising initiatives including; innovating themes for
targeted campaigns, overseeing campaign delivery, co-ordinating with volunteer
fundraisers, administering recurring donations, and supporting materials production and
distribution
● Applying a creative, solutions-focused mindset to identifying and shaping future
opportunities
Other Duties
Beyond core responsibilities, you will also support wider organisational activities as needed.
This may involve assisting with the BarNav newsletter, representing Bridging the Bar at events,
and completing additional tasks that contribute to the charity’s overall effectiveness.
● Overseeing production of the BarNav newsletter including; brainstorming issues themes,
co-ordinating contributions from partners, sponsors, staff, and/or candidates, compiling
contributions and drafting final issue in Canva, and collaborating with the programmes
team to ensure distribution of each issue.
● Providing support to the Head of Operations and programmes where needed including;
taking meeting minutes, supporting production of financial reports, and assisting with
presenting to the Board
● Collaborating with operations and programmes departments to support cross-functional
delivery
● Representing BTB at BTB hosted events, relevant sector events, award ceremonies, or
grant briefings where required
● Maintaining a flexible approach and supporting emerging needs across the charity as
they arise
About You
Essential
● Adaptable and flexible, comfortable working in a changing environment
● Confident communicator, able to liaise with senior stakeholders and clients, lead
meetings, negotiate, and network effectively
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● Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative
● Innovative, with a willingness to propose new ideas and approaches
● Aligned with the organisation’s values and mission-driven in approach
● Commercially aware, with an understanding of opportunities, markets, and value
creation
● Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
● Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Desirable
● Experience with business development, corporate relations, grants, or sales or similar
● Demonstrated ability to build partnerships, generate opportunities, or support
income-generating activities
● Understanding of the charity or legal landscape
● Creative approach to outreach and audience engagement, including digital
communications and social media
● Competence with common work tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Canva) and a
willingness to learn new systems
What We Offer
● The opportunity to support an award-winning charity driving systemic change within the
legal profession
● Opportunities to contribute to organisational strategy and shape new initiatives
● Remote-first working environment, enabling flexibility and autonomy
● Flexible scheduling, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments
● Additional annual leave, with one extra day of paid holiday for each year of service (up to
three years)
● Reimbursed travel and accommodation expenses for all work-related travel
● Annual funded team celebration days to recognise achievements and strengthen team
connection
● Role-specific training and professional development, tailored to your growth
● Regular supervision and mentorship to support your ongoing professional development
● Access to our Employee Development Fund to fund training courses or other
progression costs
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● Access to our Employee Equipment Fund to fund to help you enhance your
home-working setup
● Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven organisational culture
How to Apply
Please submit a one-page cover letter and CV via the form with the subject line (NAME) –
Partnerships & Growth Officer Application - Stage One. Your cover letter should reflect your
experience, vision for how you would contribute to the organisation, and commitment to BTB’s
mission. This should be submitted to us directly via the email address on our website:
applications that are not emailed directly will not be considered.
If you are successful at stage one, you will also be asked to complete pre-interview tasks as
stage two between 12th Jan - 16th Jan.
Our third and final stage is an interview stage. Applicants successful at stage two will be invited
to interview in W/C 19th Jan.
We aim to make an offer in W/C 26th Jan.
All applicants, successful or not, will receive application feedback from the panel.
Application Deadline: 09:00 12th January 2026
Intended Start Date: 09:00 2nd March 2026
Please note that you must both be located within and have the right to work in the UK for this
role.
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