Employer Engagement Executive. All Campuses

South Essex College Group; Basildon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is seeking an Employer Engagement Executive to join their Apprenticeships Team. This fast-paced role focuses on promoting apprenticeship opportunities and building relationships with employers. Candidates should have experience in customer service or sales, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. The position requires travel between campuses. Competitive benefits include 30 days annual leave and continued professional development opportunities.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Continued professional development opportunities

Free breakfast at campuses

Free parking

Subsidised eye tests

Flu jab contribution

Cycle-to-work scheme

RAC discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customer service, business development, or sales.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong digital skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with employers.
• Identify training needs and collaborate with teams.
• Promote apprenticeship and training opportunities.
• Work independently in a target-driven environment.

Skills

Customer service experience

Business development skills

Communication and presentation skills

Digital and administrative skills

Proactive approach

Job description

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Advert Title

Employer Engagement Executive. All Campuses

Advert Text

Employer Engagement Executive (Apprenticeships Team) All Campuses – South Essex Colleges Group. South Essex Colleges Group has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and motivated Employer Engagement Executive to join our expanding Apprenticeships Team.

About the role

As part of our dynamic employer engagement and sales function, you will play a key role in promoting the College Group’s full portfolio of apprenticeship and commercial training opportunities to employers across Essex and beyond. You’ll build relationships with new and existing employers, identify training needs, and work closely with curriculum and delivery teams to match those needs with high-quality training solutions. This is a fast‑paced, target‑driven role requiring strong organisational and communication skills, excellent customer focus, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing employers.
• Identify employer training needs and collaborate with curriculum and delivery teams to match those needs with appropriate training solutions.
• Promote the College Group’s full portfolio of apprenticeship and commercial training opportunities.
• Work independently and as part of a supportive team in a target‑driven environment.

About you

• Proven experience in customer service, business development, or sales (preferably in education or training, though not essential).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging confidently with employers, learners, and stakeholders.
• Strong digital and administrative skills, with an eye for marketing and attention to detail.
• A proactive, positive approach and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Sound understanding of the further education and apprenticeship landscape is desirable; full training will be provided.

Travel and Logistics

The role involves travel between campuses, employer visits, networking events, and other external meetings. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

What we offer

• 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and college closure days).
• Generous pension scheme with a substantial employer contribution.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Continued professional development opportunities.
• Free breakfast at most campuses (term time).
• Free parking (with permit).
• Additional benefits such as subsidised eye tests, flu jab contribution, cycle‑to‑work scheme, RAC discounts, and more.

Location

Basildon Campus

Application Deadline

Latest application date: 30-Nov-2025

EEO Statement

All posts are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check. The College is committed to safeguarding students, staff and visitors, and to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all.

Please note only applications submitted via our College website will be considered. The College reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.