Employer Engagement Specialist

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a passionate Employer Engagement Coordinator to foster connections between young people and businesses. In this hybrid role, you will engage with employers to create meaningful work experience placements, building relationships and facilitating opportunities for youth. Your expertise in business development and understanding of the challenges faced by schools will be pivotal in driving engagement. This role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on young people's career journeys while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in engaging with businesses and understanding school culture.
• Knowledge of local and national policies related to employment.

Responsibilities

• Engage with employers to create work experience placements for young people.
• Build and maintain relationships with businesses and stakeholders.

Skills

Employer Engagement

Relationship Building

Business Development

Event Planning

Job description

Job Title: Employer Engagement Coordinator

We are currently seeking an experienced Employer Engagement Specialist to join us in this exciting role of Employer Engagement Coordinator.

This is a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2025, with the potential for extension.

Location:

London (hybrid - home-based with travel across London)

Role Overview:

The Employer Engagement Coordinator's primary function is to engage with employers and the business sector to encourage their involvement in and creation of work experience placements for young people, providing meaningful encounters with the world of work.

The successful candidate will build and maintain effective relationships with a range of businesses and employers, involving cold calling and onboarding new employers/businesses. The role may require working at more than one location and traveling. Occasional work outside standard hours may be necessary. The role is external-facing, requiring attendance at face-to-face meetings with employers and stakeholders in various settings and at events.

Knowledge:

• A demonstrable understanding of school culture and the challenges faced by schools in delivering careers activities, especially work experience.
• An understanding of relevant local and national policies related to skills and economic development, as well as issues and barriers to employment faced by young people.

Experience:

• Demonstrable experience of engaging and building relationships with leaders from businesses, ideally in HR and Talent functions.
• Experience in planning and hosting events.
• A strong track record of business development and account management.

All job objectives are detailed in the Job Description.