Business Engagement Officer

Business Engagement Officer

Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Salary: £29,000 to £31,000 per annum

Location:

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear

The Business Engagement Officer (BEO) will be the main link of Community Opportunities relationships with local employers, colleges, and training providers.

The role will be responsible for developing business relationships across key occupational sectors to secure job vacancies and work placements that support our commitment to ‘link local people to local jobs’.

• Lead the further development of our bespoke recruitment service for employers, primarily located in Sunderland but also extending to companies working outside the City but contributing to the economy of Sunderland.
• Provide recruitment advice such as compiling and advertising vacancies, job and skills matching, compiling job descriptions, sifting and screening applications and assessments.
• Deliver customised training, in‑work aftercare services, and information regarding government support to employers.
• Develop networks and relationships with local delivery partners including Job Centre Plus, Sunderland City Council and its contracted services, colleges, and training providers to maximise partnership working for the benefit of local employers’ skills and recruitment needs.

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