Lead Placement Co-Ordinator

This is an exciting opportunity to join a strategically important team. Working in the Careers and Placements directorate, you will contribute to Aston’s vision for the delivery of outstanding graduate outcomes and equipping business and communities with the skills for the future. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our busy and friendly Employability Projects team to facilitate increasing numbers of students into flexible placement opportunities. Reporting to the Employability Projects Manager, you will have a passion for supporting diverse groups of students, responsibility for day-to-day supervision of Placement Coordinators, and will lead on the development and implementation of employability interventions and support. Educated to degree level or equivalent and with excellent interpersonal skills, you will solve problems creatively and support students to overcome the barriers and challenges they face in securing flexible placement activities. You will have experience in supervising and/or coaching colleagues, with a particular emphasis on motivating to achieve high performance standards and building lasting relationships. It is essential that you demonstrate a flexible and collaborative approach with colleagues in the Careers and Placements team and wider University. What we offer: Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.  The role is offered as 'dynamic working', which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity. Further information on dynamic working can be found here. Excellent training and development opportunities.  A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days. Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers. Great family friendly policies. On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here. Further details:   Job Details     University Information    Email details to a friend For further information or to how to apply, click the ‘Apply’ button above. Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process. Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston We recognise the value of flexible working.  Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles. If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk