Currently pursuing a degree in Education, Business, or a related field., Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential., Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment., Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred..
Key responsibilities:
Assist in the development and implementation of work-based learning programs.
Support partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions.
Conduct research and gather data to inform program improvements.
Participate in meetings and contribute to project planning and execution.
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Leeds is among the top ten universities for research power in the UK. Our academic breadth, commitment to quality and determination to make a genuine impact on the world around us enables us to achieve extraordinary results in:
• Creating knowledge through research and innovation.
• Disseminating it through excellent student education.
• Applying it to make a difference to society, culture and the economy.
We have over 34,000 students, over 7,000 members of staff and a global network of more than 240,000 alumni.
Integrating research and learning and teaching is at the heart of our strategy. Our courses are taught by staff who are engaged in world-class research and cutting-edge professional practice.
We have strong ties with industry, and work with organisations of all sizes. Our outstanding entrepreneurial record of commercialising our research has seen us launch more spin-out companies on the AIM stock market than any other UK university.
This role is only available to penultimate year University of Leeds students looking to undertake a placement year as part of their degree.
Interviews will take place on 22 May 2025, in person at the University of Leeds.
This role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
Are you a penultimate year University of Leeds student looking to undertake a placement year as part of your degree? Do you want to gain experience across range of work areas including business development, project support and marketing? Can you make a positive contribution to our team and to students studying here at Leeds?
The successful candidate will work within the Work-Based Learning and Partnerships Team, within the Global Opportunities Team in the Student Education Service. The Work-Based Learning and Partnerships Team are an external facing team working with Small and Medium sized Enterprises (SMEs), charities, University of Leeds departments and multi-national organisations to develop paid work-based learning opportunities, exclusively for University of Leeds students and graduates.
Your duties will include day-to-day administrative tasks that will provide you with an opportunity to interact with students, graduates, university staff and external organisations. You will be involved in the promotion and marketing of work-based learning opportunities to University of Leeds students of all levels and degree disciplines, as well as projects to support the team to continue developing the range and volume of opportunities we offer.
You will be an enthusiastic individual, able to confidently work with a wide range of stakeholders. You will have excellent administrative and organisational skills combined with an ability to manage and prioritise your own workload. You will also be required to work across teams within the Global Opportunities Team (for example, Study Abroad) to collaborate on projects and assist during peak times.
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at:
https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
What we offer in return:
26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!
Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.
Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.
Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Emma Davey - Work Based Learning & Partnerships Officer
Email: E.Davey@leeds.ac.uk