At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to support students in securing year-long placements for career success.
- Company: City St George's, a leading university focused on business and professional excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, and comprehensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse community committed to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on student employability and shape their future careers.
- Qualifications: Experience in student employability, service development, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
This role is only open to redeployees at City St George's. City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology. Our students are at the heart of everything that we do, and we are committed to supporting them to pursue their career and personal ambitions. Our research is engaged, at the frontier of practice and has a positive impact on the world around us.
We are seeking an innovative and student-focused professional to join the City St George's Careers and Employability Directorate as Year Placements Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a newly established service dedicated to supporting undergraduate students in securing high-quality year-long placement opportunities that enhance their employability, professional development and graduate outcomes. Reporting to the Director of Employability, the successful candidate will lead and develop a team of four Year Placement Officers, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, consistent and student-centred service across all Schools.
The postholder will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that support students to achieve placement readiness and secure meaningful placement opportunities, while ensuring that key performance indicators and service objectives are met. The role requires a strategic and analytical approach, with responsibility for using management information and performance data to evaluate impact, inform decision-making and drive continuous service improvement. The Year Placements Manager will work closely with academic and professional service colleagues to strengthen institutional collaboration, enhance placement processes and develop effective support programmes that respond to the needs of a diverse student community.
Candidates should possess substantial knowledge of student employability and the graduate labour market, together with significant experience of service development, stakeholder engagement and performance management. Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills are essential, as is the ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities and contribute strategically to organisational objectives. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant contribution to student success by shaping and leading a key employability service within the University. We welcome applications from individuals who are committed to delivering excellence, fostering innovation and creating positive outcomes for students.
Additional Information
- Closing date for applications: 20 September 2026 at 11:59pm
- City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.
- City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students, and visitors.
- We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.
- City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.
Year Placement Manager (Redeployee Applicants Only) in London employer: City St George's, University of London
City St George’s, University of London is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its staff while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture. With a commitment to impactful research and a sector-leading salary alongside comprehensive training and development opportunities, employees are empowered to make meaningful contributions in their fields. Located in one of the largest higher education institutions in London, the university offers a vibrant environment where diverse perspectives are valued, ensuring that every team member can thrive both personally and professionally.
Contact Details:
City St George's, University of London Recruitment Team
