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De Montfort University De Montfort University is a university of quality and distinctiveness, distinguished by our life-changing research, dynamic international partnerships, vibrant links with business and our commitment to excellence in learning, teaching and the student experience.
The Role The role reports to the Student Employment Manager and leads the Employer Engagement Team. It is responsible for the development and maintenance of effective and beneficial relationships with employers to enhance graduate outcomes for DMU students.
The role leads and manages a small but dynamic team in the management of relationships with strategically aligned employer partners plus the identification, approach and development of new relationships with employers which deliver positive outcomes as part of the Employer Engagement strategy.
Ideal Candidate You will have experience of leading a high-performing team, ideally in a careers or relationship-management context. We are looking for someone who can bring excellent stakeholder management skills to deliver high-quality employment opportunities to students.
The successful candidate will need to be confident communicating with others, well-organised and excellent at balancing priorities. Strong interpersonal skills will be vital, as will solid skills for data analysis and reporting.
Interview dates likely to be w/c 16th November.
The Team You will join the Employer Engagement Team in DMU’s award winning Careers Team, which sits within the Directorate of Student Life and Learning Services (SLLS). This directorate is responsible for providing a wide and diverse range of services to all our students including Student Wellbeing, Careers & Employability, Student Finance and Academic Support.
De Montfort University is committed to providing a working and learning environment that enriches lives, supports individuals to reach their full potential, and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As an educator and shaper of society, the university aims to role model positive behaviours both within the university and to reflect the diversity of the wider community. As such we welcome applications from all potential candidates.
For general enquiries, please contact peopleservices@dmu.ac.uk
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