Business Engagement Executive

Job Title

Business Engagement Executive

Location

East London

Hours

36

Salary

£29,899 - £31,610

Contract Type

Permanent

Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating.

Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College’s focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.

At Waltham Forest College, we believe education transforms lives. We’re committed to preparing our learners not only for qualifications, but for meaningful careers, personal growth, and lifelong success. That’s why we’re looking for a driven and dynamic Business Engagement Executive to join our team.

In this role, you’ll be the connector between education and employment. You’ll develop and manage impactful work placements, apprenticeships, and industry engagement opportunities—ensuring every student has the chance to step confidently into their future.

What you’ll do

Create and coordinate high-quality placements and apprenticeships

Build strong partnerships with employers, industry bodies, and community organisations

Support students in accessing career pathways aligned with their goals

Champion the College at industry and employer events

Monitor labour market trends to shape responsive, future-focused provision

What you’ll bring

Experience in employer engagement, sales, or business development

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Strong organisational abilities and a proactive mindset

Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding

A passion for helping learners succeed and thrive

At Waltham Forest College, you’ll join a vibrant and supportive community that values innovation, teamwork, and professional development. Most importantly, you’ll play a key role in shaping futures—connecting talent with opportunity.

What’s in it for you?

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2025 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.

Closing Date

24 May 2026

Interview Date

26 May 2026*Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview before the closing date*.