Work Placement & Employer Engagement Specialist

Bryson Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Belfast is seeking a Work Placement Engagement Officer to enhance employer engagement and secure work placements for participants on the Skills for Life and Work programme. The role requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs and experience in engaging with employers and providing careers guidance. Responsibilities include developing an engagement strategy, coordinating marketing efforts, and supporting participants in their work placement journeys. This position offers a fixed-term contract until November 2026.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in employer engagement.
• 1 year experience working with young people.
• 1 year in a Careers Information Advice and Guidance role.

Responsibilities

• Secure work placements and activities for participants in the Skills for Life and Work programme.
• Develop and implement an Employer Engagement Strategy.
• Coordinate marketing and promotion of the programme.
• Source and contact employers for presentations.
• Provide guidance and support during the work placement experience.

Skills

Employer engagement

Career Information Advice and Guidance

Health and safety awareness

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above

Job description

A community-focused organization in Belfast is seeking a Work Placement Engagement Officer to enhance employer engagement and secure work placements for participants on the Skills for Life and Work programme. The role requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs and experience in engaging with employers and providing careers guidance. Responsibilities include developing an engagement strategy, coordinating marketing efforts, and supporting participants in their work placement journeys. This position offers a fixed-term contract until November 2026.