Partnerships Executive

Location: Hybrid/Kings Hill, Kent
Salary/package: £27,000 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

UK Teach are looking for a confident and people-focused individual to join their friendly team as a Partnerships Executive. This role would suit someone early in their partnerships, sales or customer‑facing career, offering the opportunity to build experience across business development, customer engagement and campaign delivery.

Who we are

UK Teach, part of Commercial Services Group (CSG), supports schools and education professionals across the UK with innovative recruitment solutions and resources. Originally established as Kent Teach, our roots remain firmly in Kent, where we continue to deliver a trusted service to our long-standing local partners.

As we expand nationally, we are proud to support both our established Kent customers and new schools across the UK. We combine creativity, efficiency and a people-first approach to help education settings attract and retain the very best talent.

Join our team and play a key role in delivering impactful work that makes a real difference in education.

Why this role matters

The Partnerships Executive will play a key role in generating and nurturing new business opportunities, ensuring strong early‑stage engagement with schools, MATs and education providers.

This is a role where collaboration and relationship‑building are essential, with responsibility for supporting outreach, campaign activity and pipeline progression.

What you’ll be doing

• Researching and maintaining accurate prospect lists to support targeted outreach.

• Conducting initial outreach via calls, emails and LinkedIn to introduce UK Teach.

• Supporting the Partnerships Consultant and Head of Partnerships in progressing leads.

• Gathering and recording insights to inform targeting and engagement strategies.

• Building early‑stage relationships and acting as a first point of contact for prospects.

• Supporting follow‑up activity after meetings, demos and campaigns.

• Maintaining regular, professional communication to keep engagement high.

• Supporting the planning and delivery of targeted email campaigns using HubSpot.

• Creating simple campaign content and monitoring campaign performance.

• Following up on campaign responses and qualifying opportunities.

• Maintaining accurate CRM records and supporting reporting activity.

• Preparing materials for meetings, proposals and presentations.

• Collaborating with marketing, operations and partnerships colleagues to support team objectives.

What we’re looking for

• Proven background in education recruitment, sales or a fast-paced customer facing commercial role.

• Strong communication skills with confidence engaging with customers via phone, email and online platforms.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a relationship-led and customer focused approach.

• Strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage ad prioritise multiple tasks.

• Comfortable using systems and a willingness to learn CRM tools, particularly HubSpot.

What you’ll get in return

• Salary of £27,000 per annum.

• 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off.

• Life assurance cover (4x salary).

• Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution.

• Additional benefits including retail and gym discounts, health cash plan and cycle to work scheme.

• Volunteer days and access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme.

• Tailored learning and development support with real opportunities to progress.

Why CSG?

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue and supporting 16,000 education and public sector customers worldwide. With more than 1,800 employees across the UK, France, Dubai and Bangkok, we are working towards becoming the global leader in education and public sector solutions.

We are expanding rapidly, with annual growth of around 25 percent, supported by a blend of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 33 trading businesses deliver a wide range of services including education management, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and supplies.

CSG is wholly owned by local authorities, and a significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services. Over £77 million has already been returned, reflecting our commitment to combining commercial performance with meaningful social impact.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.

As a member of Inclusive Employers and a Working Families Employer, we are actively building an environment that supports inclusion, flexibility and belonging for all colleagues.