Business Engagement Officer

Make an impact and turn employer connections into real career opportunities for students.If you re passionate about building relationships, opening doors for young people, and working at the heart of education and industry collaboration, this could be your ideal role.You ll play a key role in helping students take their first steps into industry by securing meaningful work placements and building strong partnerships with employers across the sector.Based in Ashford, Surrey with occasional travel to Weybridge, it''s easily commutable from surrounding Surrey and West London towns including Staines-upon-Thames, Walton-on-Thames, Chertsey, Woking, Sunbury-on-Thames, and Kingston upon Thames.The salary on offer for this part time role is £20,500 ( FTE equivalent is approx. £30,000) - 38 weeks of the year , 4 days a week, term time only. Benefits include a generous pension, term time working only, free onsite parking and a supportive, collaborative environment where you can impact the lives of young people!What you''ll be doing . • Sourcing and securing meaningful work placements for T-Level students in Construction and Engineering• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with employers and industry contacts through networking and • Working closely with curriculum teams to support engagement activity with businesses• Visiting students and employers during placements to ensure quality and progress• Providing accurate updates, reports, and placement information as ..... full job details .....