- Proactively engage and maintain effective relationships with local employers (corporate and SME’s) to generate work experience and / or Apprenticeship opportunities.
- Networking with employers through a variety of proactive approaches to include; face to face, email, telephone, marketing activities, and representing the company at networking events.
- Liaise with employers to identify skills and / or recruitment needs.
- Maintain, and build on, existing relationships with employers to secure further opportunities for learners.
- Working directly with the learners, to pre-screen, ensure they match the requirements for the role, and prepare them for interview.
- Work towards and achieve targets and KPI's.
- Ensure employer environments comply with Health and Safety requirements.
- Completing all necessary paperwork in line with compliance and quality standards, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date.
- Proven experience of employer engagement / business development to secure Apprenticeship placements and/or Employment opportunities for young people and adults.
- Experience of successfully engaging with business with CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) initiatives to deliver strong employment and apprenticeship outcomes, and become the ‘go to’ provider of choice.
- Experience of working with hard-to-reach young people and adults – including behavioural management.
- Passion for supporting disadvantaged young people and making a positive impact in the community.
- Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must be flexible with travel across East London and surrounding area.