Talent Sourcing and Placement Officer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Participate in defining and executing the commercial strategy aimed at attracting prospective students for GUS France.

• Cultivate, oversee, and enhance relationships with employer partners to secure placements for apprenticeships and work-study programs.

• Provide guidance to employers regarding recruitment needs, job specifications, candidate profiles, and connections with potential students.

• Represent the institution at recruitment events, campus career fairs, and key-account recruitment initiatives.

• Ensure an exceptional employer experience to foster enduring partnerships and maximize retention.

• Anticipate future employer hiring needs and proactively identify and recommend suitable candidates.

• Address partnership and placement-related challenges and manage conflicts effectively.

• Contribute to Apprenticeship Tax initiatives and corporate philanthropy fundraising campaigns.

• Meet annual enrollment targets for apprenticeship and work-study programs.

• Identify, evaluate, and shortlist candidates for employer presentations.

• Ensure that candidate placements adhere to apprenticeship regulations and contractual obligations.

• Negotiate training fees and secure agreed commercial terms.

• Complete employer information files following apprentice selection.

• Prepare and oversee apprenticeship enrollment files.

• Submit necessary documentation to the Apprenticeship Administration team for contract preparation.

• Facilitate the relationship among the institution, apprentices, and employers throughout the program.

• Act as the primary point of contact for employers and apprentices during the apprenticeship program.

⛳️ Requirements

• Availability on weekends for promotional events.

• Valid driving license (Category B).

• Master’s degree (M1 or M2) in Marketing, Communication, Sales, or Business Administration.

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.

• Strong comprehension of the local landscape and apprenticeship/work-study regulations.

• Excellent analytical and reporting abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Strong sales, negotiation, and commercial skills.

• Excellent organizational skills, diligence, persistence, and persuasive capabilities.

• Highly responsive, dynamic, and proactive attitude.

• Strong analytical skills, adaptability, and active listening abilities.

• Capability to manage stress and perform effectively under pressure.

• Positive demeanor with strong determination.

• Exceptional personal presentation and strong interpersonal skills.

• Strong team spirit and collaborative mindset.

• Adherence to the Group’s values, Code of Conduct, equality and diversity, health and safety, and safeguarding policies.

🏝️ Benefits

• 20 Days of Annual Leave Plus an additional day per year capped at 25 days.

• Contributory Pension Scheme with a 5% personal contribution and a 3% Company contribution.

• Season Ticket Loan.

• Eye Care Vouchers.

• Opportunities for Training & Development.

• Staff Discount Scheme.

• Employee Assistance Programme.

• Refer a Friend Scheme for Staff Members.

• Tuition Support.

• Discounts and sponsorship opportunities at select GUS institutions.