Employer Engagement Manager

Maximus; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in health and employment services seeks an Employer Engagement Manager to lead engagement strategies in West Yorkshire. The role involves developing partnerships with employers, coordinating recruitment efforts, and utilizing labor market analytics to provide insights, facilitating sustainable employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of achieving targets.
• Strong understanding of recruitment trends.
• Experience delivering plans within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop relationships with employer partners.
• Coordinate recruitment activities and provide workforce planning.
• Share market insights to support labor market analysis.

Skills

Recruitment

Account Management

Business Development

Negotiation

Communication

Customer Care

Labor Market Analytics

Education

Experience in employability services

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Employer Engagement Manager, West Yorkshire

Client: Maximus

Location: West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e281a230c9ec

Job Views: 5

Posted: 29.06.2025

Expiry Date: 13.08.2025

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General information

Job Posting Title: Employer Engagement Manager

Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025

City: Kirklees

Country: United Kingdom

Working time: Full-time

Closing Date: 09-Apr-2025

Description & Requirements

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Maximus is a global organisation that specialises in providing health and employment services to millions of people every year. Here in the UK, we employ around 5,000 people across the country to deliver services that have a profound impact on people’s lives. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care.

Role Overview

The Employer Engagement Manager (Internal Title - Account Manager) will cover the Kirklees area, with offices in Huddersfield, Halifax, and Batley. Salary range: £29,000 to £34,000 DOE.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify and develop strategic relationships with regional/key employer partners and organisations.
• Establish and grow a pipeline of sustainable employment opportunities within the region.
• Focus on growth employment sectors to identify new opportunities and adapt to changing market demands.
• Collaborate with external partners and internal colleagues to meet targets.
• Coordinate recruitment activities to meet employer needs.
• Provide expert advice, guidance, and support such as workforce planning and training needs analysis.
• Design employment routeways to address current and future recruitment needs.
• Facilitate employer support activities like sector insight sessions and assessment centres.
• Support regional partner organisations through account management and development of programmes.
• Share market insights and feedback to support labor market analysis.
• Act as an ambassador for customers requiring extra support, including workplace adjustments.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure customer expectations are met and customers are prepared for transition into work.
• Forecast future opportunities based on site caseload job requirements.
• Share market knowledge to address barriers to work, such as skills gaps and training.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in Recruitment, Account Management, or Business Development.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding targets.
• Extensive experience building rapport with employers.
• Strong understanding of labor markets and recruitment trends.
• Ability to produce labor market analytics and predict opportunities.
• Proactive and reactive in response to large-scale opportunities.
• Customer-focused with a strong commitment to customer care.
• Experience delivering successful plans within deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills adaptable to various styles.
• Influencing skills promoting commitment and action.
• Negotiation skills to resolve conflicts and conflicting objectives.
• Team player with a positive, flexible approach.
• Previous experience in employability or related service industry is desirable.
• Ability to travel independently within the region.