Manager, Industry Partnerships

York University; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

York University is seeking a Manager, Industry Partnerships to oversee external industry relationships and job development strategies. This mid-senior level role involves expanding work-integrated learning, fostering collaboration, and enhancing York's reputation as a top talent source. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and extensive experience in partnership development and employer engagement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Access to educational and recreational facilities

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of relevant experience, including 2 years in management.
• Experience managing a career center or co-op program.
• Experience in business development and managing funding programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee external industry relationships and job development strategies.
• Develop impactful co-op programs and resources.
• Foster collaboration with university partners to enhance York's reputation.

Skills

Employer engagement

Partnership development

Public speaking

Brand representation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, psychology, or a related field

Job description

Join us to apply for the Manager, Industry Partnerships role at York University

York University is a leading international teaching and research university committed to positive change. With a diverse, global community, we prepare students for successful careers and personal growth. Join us to make a difference for our communities, our planet, and our future.

The Manager, Industry Partnerships oversees the university's external industry relationships and job development strategies. The role involves expanding work-integrated learning and career education, building networks, and fostering collaboration with university and campus partners to maximize industry relationships and enhance York's reputation as a top talent source. Reporting to the Director, Industry Partnerships, the manager leads a team in developing impactful co-op programs, services, resources, and events that support student career goals and reinforce York's brand. The role supports the university's strategic vision, values, and mission, contributing to a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team environment that embraces diversity and fosters inclusion.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, psychology, or a related field.

Experience:

• At least 4 years of relevant experience, including 2 years in management.
• Experience managing a career center or co-op program.
• Experience in employer engagement, campus recruitment, partnership development, and supporting co-op/WIL programs.
• Proven ability to establish employer relationships and develop effective partnerships with industry, government, and employers.
• Experience in business development and managing funding programs related to co-op/WIL employment.
• Experience collaborating with marketing and communications teams for campaign materials, webinars, conferences, social media, and thought leadership.
• Public speaking and brand representation skills.

For full details and to apply, visit the External Career Portal.

We offer comprehensive benefits and access to excellent educational and recreational facilities. More information is available at York Benefits.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management, Marketing, and Science
• Industry: Higher Education