Vacancy | Commercial & Partnerships Officer

Location: This is a hybrid role with opportunities to work remotely from the Berks & Bucks FA office (Milton Park, OX14 4SB), from home, and across the County.
Salary: Band 3 (£30,678–£37,874) per annum, dependent on experience.
Hours: 35 hours per week, with a requirement to work evenings and weekends in line with the demands of the role.
Contract: Full Time – Fixed Term Contract (expiring June 2028)

The Opportunity

Berks & Bucks FA is seeking a driven and collaborative Commercial & Partnerships Officer to lead its commercial and partnership work across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and the Vale of the White Horse. The role is vital to increasing access to funding and partnerships that enable the organisation to further develop the game, connect people, and change lives.

Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, the successful candidate will work closely with colleagues and stakeholders across all areas of the organisation. They must be determined, a strong team player, and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Berks & Bucks FA prides itself on being an organisation run by good people and is committed to ensuring that everyone can play football in a safe environment. Its mission is to lead, protect, and support each individual's journey in football by inspiring a lifelong relationship with the game.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of The FA National Game Strategy and the Berks & Bucks FA Business Strategy
• Maximise new and existing corporate sponsorship and partnership opportunities to grow revenue for reinvestment into grassroots football
• Collaborate with departments across the organisation, especially Marketing & Communications, to identify and activate sponsorship and partnership opportunities
• Achieve and exceed annual commercial income targets as outlined in the Business Strategy
• Enhance the image, profile, and reputation of Berks & Bucks FA through commercial and partnership activities

A full list of responsibilities and the person specification is available in the attached role profile.

Candidate Profile

• Passionate about the value of football in connecting and transforming lives across diverse communities
• Committed to developing partnerships and raising funds to expand services and support for grassroots football

Desirable Attributes

• Proven track record in fundraising and developing impactful partnerships
• Ability to speak passionately about the positive impact of grassroots football
• Skilled in influencing stakeholders at all levels
• Experience working effectively across departments, particularly with Marketing and Communications

What's Offered

• Commitment to training and development
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• A forward-thinking employer with people at the heart of decision-making
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working and family-friendly policies

Application Process
Applicants should complete the online Application Form HERE and attach a copy of their CV where prompted. An Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form can also be completed HERE.

Closing Date & Interviews
The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 26th October 2025. In-person interviews will take place during the week commencing 3rd November 2025.

For questions about the role or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Head of Operations Aaron Cox on 01235 544890 or via email.

Further Information
Berks & Bucks FA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all communities.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate may be required to undertake an FA enhanced DBS check prior to starting. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and all members of the board are expected to stay up to date with training and qualifications to help keep the football community safe.