Partnership Manager - Affinity Partnerships

Location: Peterborough HQ (Hybrid)
Salary: £60,000-£70,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
Package: Hybrid Working | Monthly Incentives | Private Health | Pension | Career Progression | Full Training | High-Performance Culture

Lead the Strategic Partnership Engine Behind the UK's Fastest-Growing Business Consultancy for Trades

Trade Mastermind is the UK's leading business growth consultancy for construction and trades entrepreneurs. Founded to empower trades business owners with world-class coaching, systems, and mentorship, we are redefining what's possible for the UK's trades sector.

We've helped thousands of businesses scale with proven strategies, and in 2026 we open our brand-new 20,000 sq. ft. Trade Mastermind University HQ in Peterborough — the UK's first-ever university for trades — complete with a 300-seat event arena, podcast studios, and Peterborough's first rooftop bar.

Now, we're looking for a Partnership Manager - Affinity Partnerships to build and lead a national partnership network that accelerates our mission and unlocks new commercial opportunities.

This is your chance to shape a partnership strategy from the ground up within one of the UK's most exciting and high-growth entrepreneurial organisations.

The Role:

Identify and secure high-value affinity partnerships with associations, industry bodies, and aligned organisations across the UK.

Build strategic growth models that multiply brand reach and commercial impact.

Own the full lifecycle from prospecting and negotiation to onboarding, activation, and performance management.

Work cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and operations to drive partnership success.

Represent Trade Mastermind at events, conferences, and partner meetings with confidence and authority.

Analyse performance data and provide strong commercial insight to optimise growth.

This is a strategic, relationship-driven role — perfect for someone commercially sharp, entrepreneurial, and excited to shape a high-impact partnership ecosystem.

What You'll Be Responsible For Strategic Growth

Build a national partnership network that drives commercial revenue and brand visibility.

Develop joint value propositions that serve thousands of trades entrepreneurs.

High-Value Relationship Management

Act as the primary contact for all partners.

Drive long-term engagement, trust, and mutual success.

End-to-End Partnership Programme Delivery

Lead partnership launches, activations, and ongoing performance optimisation.

Track KPIs and deliver insights directly to leadership.

Brand Representation & Leadership

Represent Trade Mastermind externally with professionalism and authority.

Ensure all partnerships reflect our commitment to innovation, integrity, and excellence.

What's In It for You

£60,000 - £70,000 salary

Car allowance + additional incentives

Hybrid working (HQ + remote flexibility)

Full training and leadership development

Clear progression into Head of Partnerships as we scale

Private health & pension scheme

On-site gym, free parking, subsidised canteen

Opportunity to play a key role in building a national partnership network

Be part of a high-performance, fast-growth culture

Access to our new Trade Mastermind University HQ

Who You Are

Experienced Partnership Manager, Business Development Lead, or Strategic Alliances specialist

Proven ability to negotiate, influence, and drive commercial outcomes

Strong strategic thinker with commercial acumen

Exceptional communicator and relationship builder

Data-driven, analytical, and results focused

Entrepreneurial, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment

Experience within trades, construction, or coaching is a bonus

The Bigger Vision

Scale to a £100M+ valuation

Become the #1 business growth consultancy for trades in the UK

Launch the Trade Mastermind University — the first of its kind globally

Build a world-class leadership team to support national and international expansion

Joining now means stepping into a pivotal commercial role during a high-growth scale-up phase — shaping partnerships that will influence the future of the UK trades sector.

Ready to Build, Lead, and Scale?

If you're an ambitious Partnership Manager who wants to drive commercial growth, build a national partnership ecosystem, and be part of a business transforming the UK trades industry — this is your moment.

Apply today and help shape the future of Trade Mastermind