Employer engagement officer

Employer Engagement Officer
Employer Engagement
Salary: £28,145 to £30,687 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2092 | Closing date: Friday, 7th February 2025
The opportunity
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and results-driven individual to join our Employer Engagement team. As our Employer Engagement Officer, you’ll play a key part in driving the generation of sales leads by engaging with local employers at all levels, from dynamic SMEs to large corporate and public sector organisations. You’ll negotiate and secure sales opportunities that lead to tailored training solutions, helping to achieve your individual sales targets while contributing to the College’s overall income goals.
Your day-to-day will be all about proactive outreach—whether that’s through telemarketing, email campaigns, employer visits, or attending networking events. You’ll build and manage a portfolio of clients, developing strong, long-term relationships that generate repeat business and uncover new opportunities. Promoting the College’s impressive range of courses, training programmes, and services to key customers will be central to your work, alongside collaborating with teams across the College to deliver training initiatives that truly meet employer needs and drive our learners’ success.
You’ll also connect with external partners, forums, and networking groups, helping to expand the College’s presence and uncover fresh opportunities for growth. By using labour market insights and data, you’ll inform curriculum development and contribute to generating new income streams. Keeping client records up to date, tracking sales activities, and reporting on your performance will ensure smooth and effective business development.
As a key representative of the College, you’ll attend internal and external events, lead and coordinate business development projects, and ensure compliance with all relevant guidelines. You’ll also take the lead in preparing and delivering reports, sales presentations, and promotional activities, playing a vital role in driving the success and growth of the College’s business development initiatives.
About you
We’re seeking a proactive, confident, and results-driven candidate who thrives in building strong business relationships. You’ll need excellent communication and negotiation skills to engage with a diverse range of employers—from SMEs to large corporate and public sector organisations. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with outreach activities such as telemarketing, email campaigns, employer visits, and attending networking events, with a focus on achieving sales targets and contributing to the College’s income goals.
We’re looking for someone who is organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring long-term relationships and repeat business. You’ll be a team player, working closely with colleagues in Curriculum, Marketing, and Student Recruitment to develop and promote training programmes. Additionally, you’ll need to be adept at using data and market insights to inform strategy, drive new income streams, and meet employer needs. If you’re a self-motivated individual with a flair for business development and a passion for education, this role could be a great fit for you!
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
Level 3 qualification or relevant industry experience
GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2) or willingness to work towards
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a sales environment with direct employer contact
Experience in sales and telemarketing
Experience working with B2B customers (SME, Corporate & Public Sector)
Proven track record of meeting sales targets
Reasons to join us
We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays)
Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 19.2% employer contribution!
We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress
24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
College gym membership with onsite facilities
Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
Free breakfast daily for all staff members
Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff
The Barnsley College Advantage
When you join us, you can expect to benefit from “The Barnsley College Advantage”. This is the advantage of:
Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
A range of flexible working opportunities
Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
Short- and Long-Term development commitments
Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
Reward and Recognition
Having your voice heard at every level
Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
Closing date for applications is Friday, 7th February 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.