Working Denbighshire Employment Coordinator

Civic Recruitment Limited; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking an Employment Coordinator for the Working Denbighshire programme in Rhyl. The role focuses on building employer relationships, arranging work placements, apprenticeships and recruitment activities, and supporting participants to overcome barriers to employment.

Contract: 3 months with a local authority, umbrella payment at £22.70 per hour. Hours are 37 per week, with some evenings and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Experience developing opportunities and partnerships with employers.
• Experience in employment support, recruitment, or employer engagement.
• Experience managing employer relationships.
• Experience organising events, workshops, or employment initiatives.
• Experience working with individuals facing barriers to employment.
• Experience coordinating with multiple agencies and stakeholders.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with local employers and businesses to create employment opportunities.
• Promote the Working Denbighshire Service and employer engagement initiatives.
• Identify and secure work placements, apprenticeships, work trials, volunteering, and employment opportunities.
• Act as a key point of contact for employers and partner organisations.
• Use labour market information and employer feedback to support service delivery and priorities.
• Support participants with pre-employment preparation, including interview and workplace readiness.
• Coordinate and deliver employer engagement activities, job fairs, careers events, and recruitment workshops.
• Work collaboratively with employers, training providers, and partner agencies.
• Complete health and safety assessments, risk assessments, and placement agreements with employers.
• Maintain accurate records, monitoring information, and performance data.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and service updates.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection, equality, and health and safety requirements.
• Contribute to achieving programme targets and positive employment outcomes.

Skills

Employer engagement

Relationship building

Communication

Negotiation

Education

HNC in Business Studies

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Rhyl, United Kingdom

• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code CH7

About Us

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors. In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions. Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 months contract with a local authority Umbrella - £22.70 per hour - Umbrella

Job Purpose

As a Working Denbighshire Employment Coordinator, you will work closely with employers, businesses, and partner organisations to create and promote employment opportunities for participants within the Working Denbighshire programme. You will build sustainable employer relationships, coordinate work placements, apprenticeships, recruitment initiatives, and employment opportunities, while supporting individuals to overcome barriers and progress into sustainable employment.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with local employers and businesses to create employment opportunities.
• Promote the Working Denbighshire Service and employer engagement initiatives.
• Identify and secure work placements, apprenticeships, work trials, volunteering, and employment opportunities.
• Act as a key point of contact for employers and partner organisations.
• Use labour market information and employer feedback to support service delivery and priorities.
• Support participants with pre-employment preparation, including interview and workplace readiness.
• Coordinate and deliver employer engagement activities, job fairs, careers events, and recruitment workshops.
• Work collaboratively with employers, training providers, and partner agencies.
• Complete health and safety assessments, risk assessments, and placement agreements with employers.
• Maintain accurate records, monitoring information, and performance data.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and service updates.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection, equality, and health and safety requirements.
• Contribute to achieving programme targets and positive employment outcomes.

Essential Experience Required

• Experience working with employers, businesses, or stakeholders to develop opportunities and partnerships.
• Experience in employment support, recruitment, employer engagement, business development, community engagement, HR, CSR, or a related environment.
• Experience generating new opportunities and managing employer relationships.
• Experience organising events, workshops, or employment initiatives.
• Experience working with individuals facing barriers to employment.
• Experience working with multiple agencies and stakeholders.
• Experience maintaining records, monitoring performance, and producing reports.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to organise workload, prioritise tasks, and work independently.

Essential Qualifications Required

• HNC in Business Studies or a relevant subject, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, equality, and data protection requirements.

Additional Information to Note

• Working hours: 37 hours per week.
• Some evening and weekend working may be required.
• Welsh language skills are desirable (Level 2).
• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.
• Interview Date: 21st September 2026 (Online via Teams).