0001-24 – Employer Engagement Co-Ordinator

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Careers+Placements
Location:
Aston University John Cadbury House
Salary:
£25,742 to £27,979
per annum
Grade: Grade 06
Contract Type:
Permanent
Basis:
Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 04 March 2024
Interview Date:
Thursday 21 March 2024
Reference: 0001-24
Release Date: Friday 26 January 2024

This is an exciting opportunity to join a strategically important team. Working in the Careers and Placements directorate, you will contribute to Aston’s vision for the delivery of outstanding graduate outcomes and equipping business and communities with the skills for the future.  

We are seeking a driven and committed individual to join our high performing, busy but friendly team, to support the development of UK and/or international work/employability opportunities for Aston University students. With business development, recruitment and/or stakeholder engagement experience, you will report to the Employer Engagement Manager (Postgraduate and International) and play a key role in facilitating employability outcomes for our students and graduates. 

You will coordinate various recruitment solutions, taking into account the employer and student experience to deliver excellent customer service and results. 

Working closely with other teams, you will support with continuous improvement across the stakeholder journey and contribute to various business development and relationship management activities through a variety of channels such as events, online marketing activities and other proactive routes. 

Educated to A level or equivalent, or experience in a similar level and type of role, you will demonstrate an ability to work in a busy environment and achieve targets, whilst maintaining accurate record keeping. It is essential that you demonstrate a flexible, collaborative approach and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. 

Please refer to our Aston University benefits page where you can see the how Aston recognises the contributions staff make and the comprehensive rewards and benefits packages available for staff.  

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Sarah Collins (Employer Engagement Manager) [email protected]  

What we offer:

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Dynamic working is possible for this role, which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity. Further information on dynamic working can be found here .
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family-friendly policies.
• On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here .

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working.  Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at [email protected]