Job description
Placements Officer Full time and fixed term until 31 May 2026. A secondment opportunity will be considered for internal applicants.
is an integral part of Loughborough University’s learning offering, covering the disciplines of business, management, finance, accounting and economics. Guided by the ethos of, our forward-thinking approach to research and teaching empowers staff and students to drive change, both within and beyond the University.
We are consistently ranked as a top 10 UK university in national league tables and Loughborough Business School also holds triple accreditation from AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB. Our position within the higher education sector has been developed by our excellence driven approach and a welcoming, vibrant international community of staff and students. Whether you are an innovative academic aiming to make a difference in the world, or an ambitious professional in search of a rewarding career in higher education, you can make progress with purpose at Loughborough Business School.
The role and what we’re looking for
Reporting to the Placements Manager, the Placements Officer will provide support to all aspects of the Business School placement process and to help the Placements Team maintain and develop close links with industry.
To provide support and guidance to students throughout the placement process including extending and enhancing student engagement and participation in placements to maximise the students experience and graduate outcomes.
This post is available on a full-time, fixed term basis, with a start date of as soon as practically possible. A secondment opportunity will be considered for internal applicants.
Hybrid working is also available, with a mix of working in the office and from home.
Application and assessment process