Student Placement Officer at Eagle HR Consultants

The Student Placement Officer will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating placement opportunities for students, including internships, industrial attachments, and permanent roles post-graduation. The role requires building strong partnerships with employers, guiding students in career development, and ensuring placements align with academic goals and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a database of potential employers and industry partners.
• Coordinate internship, attachment, and job placement programs for students.
• Act as the primary liaison between the institution, students, and employers.
• Provide guidance to students on CV writing, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
• Organize workshops, seminars, and career fairs to enhance employability skills.
• Offer personalized career counselling and support to students.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local, national, and international companies for placement opportunities.
• Work as part of the wider Learner Partnership Team, participating in meetings, planning activities, and staff development. Provide cover throughout the wider team where necessary.
• Adhere to all college policies, including data protection and computer misuse, treating all data as confidential.
• Be responsible for own health and safety at work and comply with the college’s health and safety policy at all times.
• Negotiate placement terms and requirements with organizations.
• Monitor labor market trends to identify emerging opportunities for students.
• Ensure placements meet academic and regulatory requirements.
• Collect feedback from employers and students to improve placement programs.
• Prepare regular reports on placement statistics, challenges, and successes.
• Maintain accurate records of student placements and employer partnerships.
• Manage communication and correspondence related to placement programs.
• Contribute to the college’s marketing activities, including outreach delivery to promote the college’s provision.
• Adhere to all college policies, including data protection and computer misuse, treating all data as confidential.
• Undertake any other duties as directed by the principal or delegated.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
• Prior experience in career services, recruitment, or student counselling is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of industry and employer expectations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with employers.
• Knowledge of job market trends and employment practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office and career management platforms.
• Empathy and passion for student development.
• Initiative and ability to work independently.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.