Strategic Partnerships Lead
Quick answer
The Wellcome Trust is hiring a senior Strategic Partnerships Lead (London; remote and in-person) to develop and deliver strategic partnerships that advance its science and health priorities, particularly in mental health, with a compensation range of £73,900 – £87,500.
- Role
- Strategic Partnerships Lead
- Organization
- Wellcome Trust
- Location
- London; remote and in-person
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £73,900 – £87,500
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Wellcome Trust is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Lead to develop and deliver strategic partnerships that advance its science and health priorities, particularly in mental health, with a focus on building collaborations with philanthropic, multilateral, and advocacy organizations.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver partnership strategies and programmes
- Build and maintain relationships across the philanthropy sector
- Work closely with colleagues across Wellcome to coordinate strategic partnerships
- Manage a portfolio of strategic partnerships
- Coach and develop partnership colleagues
- Collaborate with teams across Wellcome and external partners
What it takes
- Extensive experience operating at senior level within a partnerships function
- Substantial experience working in global health, mental health, science or closely related issue areas
- Strong understanding of global and regional philanthropy ecosystems
- Experience building coalitions, and multi-stakeholder partnerships
- Proven capability to operate with diplomacy, judgement and credibility at senior level
- Experience in mental health philanthropy is an asset
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where will I be working?
You will be working in London, with the option to work remotely or in-person.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is £73,900 – £87,500.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include extensive experience in partnerships, substantial experience in global health, mental health, or science, and a strong understanding of global and regional philanthropy ecosystems.
How do I apply?
You can apply by submitting an updated CV and answering the application questions on the Wellcome website.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 10/21/2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Wellcome Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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