Relationships Manager (albert)

Who we are

albert is the leading organisation on sustainability in TV and Film, with the belief that the screen industries offer the greatest opportunity to mobilise positive action for the planet. We bring the screen industries together to tackle their environmental impact in production and empower the industry to consider the editorial opportunity to support efforts to tackle climate change. albert is a small team with a big remit and it’s a hugely exciting time to join our friendly team as we grow.

Role purpose

Largely funded by annual membership fees, funding from trusts and foundations and grants, this role will be responsible for ensuring we grow our memberships with a compelling offer of products and services. albert’s membership covers a range of organisations including broadcasters, streamers, production groups and production companies at a range of membership levels.

The Relationships Manager will play a key role in supporting albert’s existing UK and International membership and key industry partners and stakeholders. This is a strategic and outward-facing role, responsible for maintaining existing relationships and building strong networks across the screen industries, managing high-value relationships, and securing income to support albert’s mission. Working closely with the BAFTA albert leadership team, you will grow and shape a thriving network that maximises impact and influence in sustainability.

Who you’ll be

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

Membership, Engagement & Growth

• • Lead albert’s membership offer, developing value, benefits, and communications to engage and retain members.
• • Drive recruitment of new members across broadcasters & distributors in film, TV, streamers, production companies and grow the footprint of international partners.
• • Oversee the smooth onboarding of members and ensure high-quality ongoing support.
• • Build strong relationships with members, assessing needs and feeding insights into albert’s strategic priorities, including Task Force discussions.

Business Development

• • Identify, pitch to, and secure strategic memberships aligned with albert’s sustainability goals.
• • Negotiate agreements and manage contracts, ensuring compliance and clear expectations.
• • Collaborate with BAFTA’s Commercial Partnerships team to extend opportunities across the wider organisation.
• • Develop and deliver strategic partner events and initiatives to deepen relationships and showcase impact.

International Engagement & Development

• • Account manage international franchise/licensee arrangements and support global members with ongoing training and resources.
• • Implement albert’s international partnership roadmap, managing relationships with global media companies, broadcasters & distributors, and industry bodies.
• • Prioritise and deliver country-specific project plans to extend albert’s reach and influence.
• • Monitor and respond to opportunities for global collaboration.
• • Represent the international perspective within the Task Forces to ensure global industry trends are considered and highlighted.

Fundraising & Income Generation

• • Collaborate with the BAFTA Partnerships and Fundraising teams to maximise income generation.
• • Prepare proposals, manage applications, and report on progress to funders.
• • Project manage the timely completion of funder deliverables, working cross functionally within albert to track and manage progress.
• • Maintain an active pipeline of prospects and track performance against targets.
• • Engage members with BAFTA albert products and services, eg Suppliers Directory, Studio Sustainability Standard, BAFTA albert Academy courses, etc

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• • Act as a key point of contact for all members, international partners, grants & trustees, bespoke partnerships and industry stakeholders.
• • Build effective relationships with film commissions, intergovernmental organisations, and other relevant bodies.
• • Work cross-functionally with BAFTA albert’s marketing and communications team to amplify impact.
• • Support colleagues by sharing insights from UK and International members.
• • Maintain accurate records on Salesforce

Team Development

• • Foster a collaborative and supportive culture, building team capability to deliver at scale, working in a matrix way.
• • Responsible for line managing team members and supporting their development.
• • Represent the membership and international perspective within BAFTA albert’s leadership team.

Ideally you will have:

• Strong track record in stakeholder management, account management, or membership engagement.
• Proven experience negotiating contracts and managing complex relationships.
• Significant experience in business development, or fundraising.
• Experience working in international markets and/or with global partners.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to generate income and deliver against targets.
• Experience developing or managing franchise/licensing models.
• Fundraising experience across multiple income streams.
• Experience with Salesforce or another CRM system

Ideally you will be:

• A strategic thinker with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset.
• A self-starter,
• An ability to engage stakeholders and partners with a compelling offer.
• Passionate about sustainability and tackling climate change.
• Knowledgeable of international TV and film markets. Culturally astute and able to work across international contexts.
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and committed to BAFTA albert’s mission.