Job Description

Overview

As a Senior Employer Engagement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in growing and fostering relationships with employers within the health and social care sector and ensuring our programmes align with the needs of employers.

A commercially minded, dynamic business development professional, you will also lead our team of Employment Coaches who onboard and support learners on all our training programmes. You will work closely with employers and our delivery team to understand employer training requirements and provide innovative solutions.

Job Purpose

Lead on the design and implementation of an effective employer and learner engagement strategy for Embark Learning Undertake regular sales campaigns to ensure commercial revenue is in line with agreed targets Support the identification, engagement and recruitment of high-quality aspiring carers for our flagship programmes Oversee effective learner transition into employment through our team of employment coaches

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain strong relationships with employers in the health and social care sector Identify and understand the training needs of employers and provide tailored solutions Provide detailed employer sales proposals and ensure programmes are costed and meet feasibility and margin requirements Support the development of the commercial offer to ensure it is current and meets sector requirements Effectively manage learner and employer enquiries using our online systems Lead a team of Employment Coaches to ensure learners are recruited and supported on all our training programmes and transition effectively into employment Ensure employers and learners receive high quality information, advice and guidance throughout their learning journey Collaborate with internal teams to ensure training programmes meet employer requirements. Maintain consistent and effective communication and collaboration with Fairway Healthcare Foster and firmly establish a robust communal and collaborative environment across all departments Embark and Fairway Healthcare Liaise with the employers on learner progress and suitability for employment as required Represent Embark at industry events, conferences, and meetings Provide regular reports and updates to the Senior Leadership Team on employer engagement activities Stay informed about industry trends and developments to ensure our training programmes remain relevant and effective

Person Specification

Experience & Qualifications:

Essential:

Proven experience in sales, employer engagement, business development, relationship building, preferably within the health and social care or the education sector. Experience of managing a team.

Desirable:

Leadership or management qualification or relevant degree.

Skills and Abilities:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with employers Results orientated and ability to meet targets and to report against them to internal and external parties Ability to understand and communicate organisational values and mission e.g. policies, procedures, approach and culture Strong organisational and project management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and other relevant software

Personal Attributes:

Coach, manage and mentor people in a consultative and sensitive style Flexible, dynamic and enthusiastic Commercial, Proactive and results oriented Strong problem-solving skills Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities Commitment to continuous professional development
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 35,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company events Employee discount Private medical insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/07/2025