ABOUT US

Northchild Education (UK) Ltd, part of the Northchild Group based in Vancouver, is committed to transforming educational experiences. Our partnership with the University of Portsmouth to develop the UoP London Campus offers an exciting opportunity to lead employability and community engagement in a fresh, ambitious learning environment supported by the local borough.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree (2:1 or equivalent) with at least five years’ relevant experience in employability and/or community engagement within higher education.
• Proven success in developing employer partnerships and delivering excellent external engagement that lead to measurable student outcomes (placements, internships, projects, volunteering) at HE setting
• Strong network-building skills and experience collaborating across teams and organisations.
• In-depth knowledge of the UK higher education landscape and graduate recruitment markets.
• Knowledge of OfS, QAA, and HESA requirements related to employability, graduate outcomes, and community impact.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
  

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DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Postgraduate qualification (Masters or PhD) in a relevant field.
• Membership of professional bodies such as the International Association of Career Advisors.
• Understanding of global graduate recruitment trends.
• Experience of budget planning and financial oversight.
• Ability to use data analytics and digital tools (e.g., CRM, careers platforms, LinkedIn Learning) to enhance employability services.
  

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WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOUR PASSION, CREATIVITY, AND VISION AS MUCH AS YOUR EXPERIENCE. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THIS PERSONALISED INSIGHT MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED.

At Northchild Education UK Ltd we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We provide equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We actively encourage applications from all sections of the community and are dedicated to eliminating discrimination through fair and supportive policies and practices. Our goal is to create a vibrant academic community that reflects the diversity of society and enables all staff and students to achieve their full potential.
If you are ready to make a real difference in shaping the employability and community experience for students in London’s fast-growing higher education scene, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join Northchild Education and help us build a future where students thrive, communities flourish, and careers take off.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the Employability and Community Impact Manager, you will be the driving force behind all employability initiatives and community partnerships at UoP London. Your vision and leadership will ensure students access high-quality work placements, internships, and career support, while also embedding meaningful community connections that enhance student success and social impact. Working closely with senior teams, academic staff, employers, and local organisations, you will shape UoP London’s reputation as a leader in student experience and civic engagement.