Our client is a top ten Adult Employment and Skills training business operating in the government Welfare to Work sector.
With offices throughout the UK, they now have a requirement for an Employment Liaison Officer to join the team.
The Purpose of the role will be:
To identify and secure employment opportunities to match the job goals or programme requirements of programme participants.
To liaise with employers, seek out and secure employment opportunities
To work with Employment Coaches to actively match participants to employment opportunities relevant to their career aspirations
To meet recruitment targets as agreed
To establish and maintain effective relationships with employers, employer forums and other groups, support organisations and other key stakeholder groups
Essential Criteria:
Relevant previous experience in a sales/customer service capacity in the employment / training / recruitment industry
Proven track record in an employer liaison capacity/sourcing employment opportunities
Candidates should have outstanding negotiation and persuasion skills, the ability to work to targets and deadlines, be able to communicate at all levels and work with minimum supervision. An understanding of welfare benefits would be an advantage.
Part of your role would be to visit organisations and so flexibility in terms of travel is essential.
If you think you have the required skills and experienc e, please send your CV to stella.walker@brookstreet.co.uk