Lead On Placement Co-Ordinator

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our fun, friendly, and hardworking Careers and Placements team at an exciting time. We play an important role in Aston’s 2030 strategy with plenty of opportunity for growth and innovation. Well known for being pioneers of placement programmes, our work centres around the delivery of outstanding graduate outcomes and equipping business and communities with the skills for the future. You will collaborate with like-minded colleagues, develop new skills, and be a part of a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusivity. 

We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our high performing placements team. With management experience, you will lead on front-line services for students on placement, coordinating processes and resources to assist their journey through placement year. As a strong communicator with the ability to think creatively, you will have a high attention to detail and have experience of risk management. Above all, you will be a passionate advocate for student success and enjoy working in a customer centric, student-facing service.

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.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 availableFurther information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

The salary being offered for this role is below the minimum threshold for required to sponsor new applicants to the Skilled Worker route. However, Aston University may be able to sponsor the successful candidate if they: 

•    Are under 26 years old

•    Have held a Student or Graduate visa in the last 2 years

•    Are already in the UK with a Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa issued before April 4th 2024

Please contact hr_immigration@aston.ac.uk if you would like to discuss your eligibility for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

Closing Date: 01 Apr 2025

Unit: Managerial & Professional

Salary: £30,505 to £35,880 per annum