Corporate Partnership Specialist

• A rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on heart health.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements from our Perth (subiaco) office.
• Enjoy generous salary packaging to boost your take-home pay.

About Us

At the Heart Foundation, we believe everyone deserves a healthy heart. Heart disease is still the nation's number one cause of death, and since 1959 we've led the fight through research, support, and prevention. Be part of our mission to make heart health achievable by everyone in Australia by 2050.

How You Can Make a Difference

This full-time, permanent role is responsible for developing and growing corporate partnerships across Western Australia. Reporting to the WA General Manager, you'll work closely with local and national teams to build strong, purpose-led partnerships that deliver real impact.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-driven and commercially minded relationship-builder who thrives on connecting organisations with meaningful causes. The role offers flexibility, meaningful work, and the chance to be part of a team that truly values purpose and collaboration.

What You'll Be Doing

• Driving the acquisition, retention, and growth of WA-based corporate partnerships
• Researching and targeting organisations aligned with the organisation's mission
• Developing compelling proposals, presentations, and tailored business cases for support
• Implementing a WA-specific partnership strategy and annual business plan
• Leading local engagement events to strengthen corporate relationships
• Forecasting revenue, tracking pipeline activity, and providing monthly performance reports
• Collaborating with national teams to ensure an aligned strategy and consistent partnership delivery
• Working with internal stakeholders (marketing, research, programs) to support partnership goals
• Acting as the main point of contact for WA-based partners and prospects
• Supporting negotiations and securing long-term, high-value commitments

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in corporate partnerships, sponsorship, or B2B relationship management
• A solid understanding of CSR, cause marketing, and fundraising in the not-for-profit or commercial sector
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and presentations
• Confidence in networking, negotiating, and building trust with senior stakeholders
• High-level organisational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with forecasting, reporting, and CRM or pipeline management
• A collaborative approach with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Passion for community health and driving meaningful outcomes
• Flexibility to attend occasional after-hours events or meetings, and travel as required

Why Join Us?

At our heart, we are driven by purpose. Every day, we make a meaningful impact through our work, and we are committed to supporting our employees in achieving a healthy work-life balance.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, safe, and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to represent the communities we serve and recognise the invaluable skills, knowledge, and perspectives a diverse team brings. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from all backgrounds.

What We Offer:

• Salary packaging
  to help you make the most of your earnings.
• Flexible work-from-home options
  – up to 50% of your week.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
  where your contributions are valued.
• Additional gifted leave
  during the Christmas shutdown period.
• Wellbeing programs and initiatives
  to support your personal and professional growth.

Ready to Apply?

Hi, I'm Steph from the Heart Foundation I know job applications can be stressful, so let's keep it simple. You don't need to answer selection criteria, and cover letters are totally optional (just keep it to one page if you include one).

There's no strict closing date.
We'll start reviewing applications as they come in and close once we've found the right person, so don't wait too long.

We're an equal opportunity employer and welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. If you need any adjustments during the process, just email me at

and I'll make sure you're supported.

Every application is read by a real person, not AI, and even if you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

All offers are subject to standard pre-employment checks (like a National Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check where required).