Employer Engagement Officer

Job Type

Full Time Permanent

Salary

£31,637 - £38,249 per annum

Location

Waterside Campus

About the Job

2 Available vacancies 

Interview date: week commencing 17 March 2025

As Employer Engagement Officer, you will enhance the graduate employment prospects of students and make a positive contribution to Graduate Outcomes by widening and deepening the relationships between employers and the University.  Supporting the Employer Engagement Manager within the Student Futures Directorate in the delivery of employment engagement initiatives, you will build new and maintain employer relationships.

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another.  With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.

About you

• You have a track record in relationship building with employers for mutual benefit
• Knowledge of the issues facing employers and how to develop solutions to help address these
• Experience in developing relationships with external partners to enhance support to students
• Commitment to high standard of customer/student care with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills particularly in relation to working with students, employers and university colleagues
• A track record of working empathetically with students from diverse backgrounds to enable them to maximise their potential
• Experience of managing successful client/stakeholder relationships
• Commitment and demonstratable experience in the capture and management of customer relationship data in a wide range of systems and processes
• Ability to analyse and interpret results of own research and generate original ideas based on outcomes
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines

Essential Qualification

First degree qualification in relevant subject or relevant experience

Department

Student Futures has the overarching objectives of ensuring University of Northampton students are equipped with skills and experiences to make them future ready, are able to make the transition into graduate employment or further study and can be a changemaker who has societal impact.

About Us

At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.

Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.

Our Values

• Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
• Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
• Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
• Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.

Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.

Right to Work

All candidates will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process. The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided that the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.

Equality

We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment ensures an inclusive atmosphere for staff, students, and the public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, extending our responsibility to subsidiary companies and partnerships.

Together @ UON
Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

Together @ UON affirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. We aim to foster a space where all can thrive, aligning with our mission to transform lives and inspire change.

Commitments Include:

UON’s Major Commitments:

• Disability Confident
• Standalone Pledge
• IHRA Working Definition

For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON