Partnership Manager - NOTTINGHAM

Partnership Manager - Nottingham
Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for a driven Partnership Manager to join our growing team in Nottingham. This is a key role focused on building and nurturing strategic relationships with Multi Academy Trusts (MATs), school groups, and educational organisations across the East Midlands.

If you have experience in education recruitment, education-related business development, or strategic sales within the education sector, we'd love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to help drive Tradewind's growth in Nottingham and contribute to the expansion of our client base across the region.

About Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's largest and most successful education recruitment agencies. As a Sunday Times Top 100 Company for four consecutive years, we've built a reputation for excellence in the recruitment of teaching and support staff for schools across the UK.

We are passionate about developing our people, offering strong career progression opportunities, ongoing training, and a vibrant, supportive work culture. With offices throughout the UK and internationally, including Los Angeles, Tradewind has an ever-expanding presence, and we continue to grow our team of professionals in key locations like Nottingham.

The Role
As a Partnership Manager, you will focus on developing and strengthening relationships with Multi Academy Trusts (MATs) and large school groups across Nottingham and the surrounding areas. You will play a pivotal role in driving our business growth by winning new partnerships and expanding our services to meet client needs.

During the initial 3-month probation period, you will be expected to work on-site and attend client meetings. After this period, we offer a hybrid working model, subject to target achievement and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with Multi Academy Trusts (MATs), large school groups, and educational bodies in the Nottingham area
• Lead new business acquisition by identifying key targets, building relationships, and pitching our services
• Prepare and deliver high-quality proposals and bids to prospective clients
• Manage and expand existing accounts to ensure client satisfaction and maximise business opportunities
• Collaborate with internal recruitment teams to ensure successful delivery of staffing solutions to MATs and school groups
• Conduct ongoing market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for growth
• Represent Tradewind at networking events, conferences, and client meetings, both in-person and online
• Provide strategic advice to internal teams and assist with business planning and development

Who You Are
The ideal candidate will possess:

• Experience in education recruitment or education-related business development
• A proven track record in winning new business and managing long-term client relationships
• Confidence and experience presenting to senior stakeholders and decision-makers
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) with a client-focused approach
• Commercial acumen, with the ability to identify and capitalise on business opportunities
• A proactive, self-motivated, and resilient attitude
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• A solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to think strategically to deliver results

What We Offer

• OTE of £55,000-£70,000 in your first year (base salary + uncapped commission)
• Uncapped commission from day one-no threshold
• 30 days of annual leave plus reduced working hours during school holidays
• Hybrid working options available after probation based on performance
• Clear and structured career development with internal promotions and ongoing training
• Regular company-wide incentive trips (UK and international) and team-building events
• Free daily breakfast, Friday drinks, and extensive employee well-being initiatives
• A high-performance team environment with collaborative colleagues across the country

Why Join Tradewind?
At Tradewind, we offer more than just a job. We are a company that invests in its people, providing opportunities for growth and career progression. Many of our senior leaders started as consultants and have grown within the company, and we are proud of the strong culture we've built-one that fosters teamwork, performance, and long-term career development.

This is your opportunity to join a leading agency in education recruitment with a commitment to making a difference in schools and communities.

How to Apply
If you're ready to join a dynamic team and make an impact in the education recruitment sector, send your CV to:
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