Partnership Lead in London - Alzheimers Society

About The Role
Closing date: 22nd April
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Research will make the diagnosis of dementia faster and more accurate. Research will improve the quality of care people living with dementia receive. One day, research will cure dementia. Alzheimer's Society, the UKs leading dementia charity is looking for a Partnerships Lead, to ensure the Society develops meaningful relationships that deliver the greatest impact in the most efficient way possible.
This critical role will lead and develop Alzheimer's Society's partnerships for our Research and Influencing directorate. The Society has a new and ambitious strategy, but we know that we cannot achieve everything in it on our own, so the partnerships role will be crucial to our success.
Some of the types of relationships that this role will build on and develop include; the scientific, clinical and social research communities, research charities, government funding bodies and related organisations. The role will provide internal and external strategic leadership, working closely with colleagues in other directorates to aid activities in fundraising, media, policy and influencing.
Alzheimer's Society have recently been named on the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 . We have achieved excellent scores for workplace happiness, pride, and job satisfaction. This is a fantastic achievement and we're incredibly proud as this is fantastic indication of how far we've travelled over the past few years.
There has never been a more exciting time to involved in dementia research. We would love to welcome more outstanding people to join our exciting journey to make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
About you:
You will be responsible for a varied work programme and will be expected to work at a senior, strategic level and with a high level of autonomy.
Demonstrate high levels of integrity, leadership and emotional intelligence.
Ability to work effectively as part of a leadership team and have evidenced excellent sense of judgement.
Be accountable for the effective management of contracts and budgets with associated partners.
Proven experience in account management.
Have personal evidence of continuing professional development.
Significant experience of working in a research environment.
Exceptional understanding of the UK dementia landscape.
Ability to develop and implement strategies, adopting an innovative and creative approach to problem solving.
Have an advanced ability to understand scientific literature, and to foster working relationships with senior members of the scientific community.

Person Specification
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Work collaboratively and be able to prioritise your workload effectively and remain solution focussed throughout your areas of work.
Strong interpersonal and interpretation skills will allow you to have open jargon-free conversations with the business.
Excellent organisational and timekeeping skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Be a team player, supporting colleagues when there are deadlines, and who knows when to ask for help themselves.
Be a self-starter and incredibly motivated.

Application Process
Please ensure you apply with your most updated CV and a supporting statement on why you believe you would be the most suitable individual for this position.
About You
About Alzheimer's Society
At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.
Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.
Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert , listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate , we are kind and honest, and we don't shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
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