Partnership Manager - Accounting Sector

RCK Partners is specialist consultancy practice based in the City of London, specialising in innovation funding and tax relief. Since incorporation in 2020, we have quickly risen to market leading prominence and now firmly sit within the top providers in the industry. Our impact on the industry has gained recognition from the likes of former Chancellor of the Exchequer, Lord Philip Hammond, who now Chairs our Board of advisors, as well as numerous Tax Award nominations.

We’re looking for an experienced Partnership Manager to join our growing team and lead our engagement strategy with accounting firms across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working and selling within the accounting sector , with an established network they can leverage to drive strategic partnerships.

This is a pivotal role in expanding RCK’s reach by building trusted relationships with accounting firms, positioning us as their preferred vendor for R&D Tax Credit, Capital Allowance, and Business Rates services .

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, engage, and onboard new accounting firm partners to generate high-quality client referrals.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key stakeholders across partner firms.
• Develop a deep understanding of partner needs and tailor collaboration strategies accordingly.
• Manage a portfolio of partner relationships, ensuring consistent communication and mutual value creation.
• Drive commercial growth by securing partnership agreements and embedding RCK services within partner client offerings.
• Work closely with internal teams (Commercial, Marketing, and Delivery) to ensure a seamless experience for partners and their clients.
• Represent RCK at industry events, networking opportunities, and professional association meetings.
• Track, report, and forecast partnership performance and pipeline activity.

About You:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working and selling within the accounting or financial services sector.
• Strong existing network within accounting firms, with a proven ability to leverage relationships to drive results.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging senior stakeholders.
• Commercially minded with a track record of achieving growth targets through partnerships.
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable working autonomously.
• Passionate about helping accountants deliver more value to their clients.

At RCK Partners, we ensure that our people are compensated well for the work they do, which includes a highly competitive benefits package:

Benefits:

• 5% employer-based Pension contribution on auto-enrolment basis
• Private Medical Cover via BUPA
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• An expansive benefits window, with the flexibility to add additional benefits throughout the year
• 2 x days volunteering per annum