• A motivated and experienced Employer Engagement Officer is required to support the delivery of an employment and job brokerage service, focused on helping unemployed residents access sustainable employment opportunities.

• This is a front-facing role that will involve developing and maintaining relationships with local employers, promoting employment initiatives, and supporting job-ready clients into suitable roles.

• This post is key to the delivery of externally funded employment programmes as well as universal employment and skills offers.

• Develop and manage relationships with a broad range of employers across the borough to identify and promote local job opportunities.

• Match job-ready clients to vacancies and provide support throughout the recruitment process.

• Co-ordinate targeted employer engagement activity, including events, employer forums, job fairs and outreach sessions.

• Act as a key point of contact between the employment support service and local businesses, understanding their recruitment needs and offering tailored solutions.

• Promote employment and skills initiatives, including sector-based training and apprenticeships.

• Support with the delivery of job outcome-focused programmes, ensuring compliance with funding requirements.

• Maintain accurate records of employer contacts, vacancies, placements, and outcomes using internal systems.

• Work collaboratively with employment advisers and other staff to ensure a seamless service for job seekers and employers.

• Provide regular reports on activity and job outcomes to senior officers.

• Represent the service professionally in employer meetings, community events and networking functions.

• Proven experience in employer engagement, recruitment, job brokerage or a similar role.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with employers and stakeholders.

• Strong understanding of local labour markets, recruitment practices, and employer needs.

• Experience of working on externally funded employment and skills programmes is desirable.

• Ability to work in a target-driven environment and achieve measurable outcomes.

• Good organisational and administrative skills, including accurate record keeping.

• A proactive and professional approach, with a commitment to helping people into work.

• Knowledge of safeguarding and data protection in relation to client support services.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and internal database/CRM systems.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider employment support team.

• A Standard DBS check is required for this role.

• Working Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00).