Employer engagement and sales specialist sought in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with remote work primarily within the province. Build employer partnerships for student employment.
Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Management seeks an Employer Engagement Specialist reporting to the Manager, Employer Engagement. The position supports Management Career Services by generating work-term and graduate opportunities for students. Responsibilities include prospect development, relationship management, stakeholder collaboration, and event support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop employer prospects, qualify opportunities, and close sales
- Generate paid employment opportunities aligned with student programs
- Build relationships with associations and external stakeholders
- Advise employers on wage subsidies and funding programs
- Conduct mid-term reviews with students and supervisors
Requirements:
- Undergraduate degree and three to five years’ sales experience
- Established business network in strategic target markets
- Proven ability to cultivate relationships and close deals
- Robust client engagement and relationship management skills
- Superior written and oral communication skills
Support Dalhousie students through employer engagement, sales development, relationship management, and employment opportunity generation.