Lead Placement Coordinator
Careers + Placements
Location:
Aston University Main Campus
Salary:
£31,236 to £36,636 per annum
Grade:
Grade 07
Contract Type:
Permanent
Basis:
Full Time
Closing Date:
23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 22 March 2026
Interview Date:
Thursday 09 April 2026
Reference:
0189-26
Release Date:
Thursday 05 March 2026
This is an exciting opportunity to join a strategically important team with a focus on supporting students to secure work experience activity. Employability is central to our university mission and always has been. Our employability offer and performance is an important part of the University value proposition and is a key student recruitment and attraction tool. It is also intrinsically connected to the student experience, our alumni offer and learning and teaching as well as research and knowledge exchange. More widely it is part of the commitment Aston makes to students and graduates which transforms lives.
Responsibilities:
The Careers and Placements’ Team are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our busy but friendly team, to facilitate and support increasing numbers of students into work experience opportunities in the UK and overseas, creatively overcoming student’s barriers and challenges. As part of the Placements Team, you will have responsibility for your own student cohorts. You will market placements to students over the phone, virtually and face to face to stimulate and increase demand as well as deliver student preparation activities through Caseload Management, recruitment and selection technique sessions and skills development workshops.
An important part of this role is to work closely with other departments and academic colleges to design and implement an integrated, responsive, and highly flexible activity programme that will support students’ before, during, and after placement.
Qualifications Required:
Educated to degree level or equivalent, you will need to enjoy working under pressure and achieving targets. This is a hands-on role that requires an enthusiastic and innovative individual. You must be able to think on your feet, work independently but also as part of a team with an ability to empower and inspire students.
Culture and Benefits:
Aston University is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter and prides itself on being a vibrant, friendly, and supportive workplace. We offer excellent training and development opportunities alongside a generous leave scheme, family-friendly policies, and discounts at various retailers. Our campus, located in Birmingham city centre, is easily accessible by bus or train. We also offer staff discounts for the on-site gym and pool. Further details on our Benefits and Rewards can be found with the recruitment team.
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, eligibility will be assessed if you are shortlisted for the role. Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out to ensure equality and diversity in recruitment.
Aston University values freedom of speech and academic freedom, committed to equality and diversity, and promoting inclusivity in the workplace.
Guidance on AI-Assisted Applications: We encourage submissions that reflect your own experience and achievements. Flexible working options may also be discussed with the recruiting manager.
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Careers + Placements
Location:
Aston University Main Campus
Salary:
£31,236 to £36,636 per annum
Grade:
Grade 07
Contract Type:
Permanent
Basis:
Full Time
Closing Date:
23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 22 March 2026
Interview Date:
Thursday 09 April 2026
Reference:
0189-26
Release Date:
Thursday 05 March 2026
This is an exciting opportunity to join a strategically important team with a focus on supporting students to secure work experience activity. Employability is central to our university mission and always has been. Our employability offer and performance is an important part of the University value proposition and is a key student recruitment and attraction tool. It is also intrinsically connected to the student experience, our alumni offer and learning and teaching as well as research and knowledge exchange. More widely it is part of the commitment Aston makes to students and graduates which transforms lives.
Responsibilities:
The Careers and Placements’ Team are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our busy but friendly team, to facilitate and support increasing numbers of students into work experience opportunities in the UK and overseas, creatively overcoming student’s barriers and challenges. As part of the Placements Team, you will have responsibility for your own student cohorts. You will market placements to students over the phone, virtually and face to face to stimulate and increase demand as well as deliver student preparation activities through Caseload Management, recruitment and selection technique sessions and skills development workshops.
An important part of this role is to work closely with other departments and academic colleges to design and implement an integrated, responsive, and highly flexible activity programme that will support students’ before, during, and after placement.
Qualifications Required:
Educated to degree level or equivalent, you will need to enjoy working under pressure and achieving targets. This is a hands-on role that requires an enthusiastic and innovative individual. You must be able to think on your feet, work independently but also as part of a team with an ability to empower and inspire students.
Culture and Benefits:
Aston University is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter and prides itself on being a vibrant, friendly, and supportive workplace. We offer excellent training and development opportunities alongside a generous leave scheme, family-friendly policies, and discounts at various retailers. Our campus, located in Birmingham city centre, is easily accessible by bus or train. We also offer staff discounts for the on-site gym and pool. Further details on our Benefits and Rewards can be found with the recruitment team.
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, eligibility will be assessed if you are shortlisted for the role. Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out to ensure equality and diversity in recruitment.
Aston University values freedom of speech and academic freedom, committed to equality and diversity, and promoting inclusivity in the workplace.
Guidance on AI-Assisted Applications: We encourage submissions that reflect your own experience and achievements. Flexible working options may also be discussed with the recruiting manager.
