Stakeholder Engagement Advisor

Chelmsford College; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Chelmsford is seeking a Stakeholder Engagement Advisor to support students in securing work placements. The role involves engaging with local employers to create opportunities and preparing students for the workplace. Candidates should have business development or sales experience, strong IT skills, and a full driving licence. This is a rewarding role that offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or employer engagement.
• Ability to generate leads and build partnerships.
• Proven record of converting conversations into agreements.

Responsibilities

• Support students in securing meaningful work placements.
• Engage with employers to create high-quality placement opportunities.
• Manage placement records and ensure compliance with processes.

Skills

Business development

Employer engagement

Sales experience

Strong IT skills

Administrative skills

Job description

Overview

Vacancy | Stakeholder Engagement Advisor

Title: Stakeholder Engagement Advisor
Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks of the year
Salary: Up to £29,176 per annum
Organisation: Chelmsford College
Closing Date: 28/09/2025

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Chelmsford College for a confident and motivated professional to join our team in a key role supporting students in securing meaningful work placements across both campuses. The role is based primarily on-site and involves working closely with local employers to create high-quality placement opportunities that align with curriculum needs and meet all contractual and administrative requirements.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in business development, employer engagement, or sales experience, who thrives on building partnerships, generating leads, and driving results. A proven ability to connect with businesses, identify opportunities, and convert conversations into placement agreements is essential.

In addition to employer engagement, the successful candidate will support young people in preparing for the workplace, ensuring they have the skills and confidence to succeed. Strong IT and administrative skills are critical to managing placement records, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with all processes.

The role also involves close collaboration with curriculum managers to support stakeholder engagement and coordinate events that enhance the student experience and strengthen employer relationships.

This is a fast-paced and rewarding role that offers the chance to make a tangible difference in students’ lives while growing your own professional network across the local business community.

The candidate must also have a full driving licence and own transport as employer workplace visits form part of the role.

The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments.

Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

If you have any further questions, please e-mail [e-mail]

Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 28th September 2025.

How to Apply

Apply online using the Chelmsford College online application form.

Online Application for Employment

PLEASE NOTE You may wish to download the example forms, and explanatory notes, using the link below in order to prepare the information you will be asked to submit. The online application process has to be completed in one go and without undue delay. In particular, you are advised to prepare your Supporting Statement of up to 4000 characters in another application before you start.

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Help and Contacts

If you require help making your application please contact the Human Resource Department on 01245 293018 or email [e-mail].

Please use the below contact details if you would like to contact us directly about employment opportunities.

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Chelmsford College
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Chelmsford
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