Full Time (37 hours per week) - Fixed Term Contract (12 months)

- High Wycombe Campus

Salary - £29,588 - £33,002 per annum

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.

Our University’s DRIVE values are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary, and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission.

The Employer Liaison Officer will build relationships with employers and industry partners to develop career opportunities for our students and graduates, enhancing their employability and career readiness.

As the first point of contact, you will coordinate employer-led events, workshops, and networking opportunities. You will support employer outreach and collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop placement opportunities and ensure a high-quality experience for all involved.

You will also support students directly by delivering workshops on employment topics such as securing placements, graduate opportunities, and preparing CVs or applications.

Accurate record-keeping, outcome tracking, and data analysis to guide engagement strategies and service improvements are key parts of the role.

This position requires excellent communication, coordination, and relationship-building skills, along with a strong commitment to inclusivity and student success.

What We Offer

• A generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• Hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
• Training & development support opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme
• Discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• A range of staff discounts with major retailers

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If you have the qualities and attributes that align with the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information about this role, please contact Christopher Little at christopher.little@bucks.ac.uk.

All applications are to be made in full and online.

BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ individuals, especially in senior roles.

Please inform us if you require adjustments or support during the recruitment process. We are happy to discuss any reasonable accommodations. Contact the People Team for more information.

We ensure that our interview and shortlisting panels complete relevant inclusive recruitment training.

Closing Date: 17th August 2025

Interview Date: 27th August 2025

If successful in securing an interview, you will need to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Students with a Tier 4 visa must adhere to working hour restrictions (max 20 hours/week during term-time) and can undertake only one role at BNU at a time.

BNU is a Disability Confident employer and is committed to the Race Equality Charter.

Job Description

Job Title: Employer Liaison Officer

Faculty/Directorate: Directorate for Student Success

Grade: E

Location: High Wycombe campus

Hours: 37 (full-time)

Responsible to: Student Opportunities and Career Success Lead

Responsible for: N/A

Job Purpose: The Employer Liaison Officer will act as the first point of contact for employers, industry partners, external agencies, and other programme providers interested in developing relationships with the University. This includes activities such as placements/internships, graduate recruitment, mentoring, careers fairs, networking events, presentations, and workshops. The role oversees the delivery of initiatives that enhance student employability and support their career development.

To practice an inclusive approach and support building an inclusive university community where everyone can be themselves.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for employer inquiries, ensuring prompt and high-quality responses.
• Plan, organise, deliver, and review employer events, including virtual and physical activities.
• Manage the end-to-end process of employer engagement, from inquiry to review.
• Collaborate with schools to support employer outreach and student placement opportunities.
• Facilitate industry insights through mentoring opportunities for students.
• Provide CV and employability workshops and one-to-one advice to students.
• Collect and analyse data to demonstrate service impact and inform improvements.
• Utilise employment data and labour market intelligence to guide outreach efforts.
• Maintain accurate records of feedback and engagement metrics.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to ensure successful event delivery.
• Stay current with industry and employment trends for professional development.
• Comply with all relevant legislation and policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION - Essential Criteria

Education & Qualifications: Degree or equivalent experience; GCSE Maths and English C+.

Knowledge & Experience: Customer service, event support, recruitment processes, teamwork, diversity & inclusion, data protection, client enquiry handling, numerical data handling.

Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, clear communication, office and IT skills, relationship building, flexibility, independence, organisation, project management.

Special Requirements: Ability to travel across campus, work occasional evenings and weekends, friendly manner.

Behavioural Indicators: Delivering excellent service, working collaboratively, achieving results, aligned with BNU's DRIVE values.