Business & Employability Manager (Green Careers)

Closing date: 23:59 on 25th April

Right to work: By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University of Reading has been a leader in UK higher education for nearly a century, committed to addressing global challenges. Ranked among the top 200 universities worldwide (172nd globally, 25th in the UK - QS World University Rankings 2025), we are recognised for our leadership in climate and environmental sustainability.

We have an exciting opportunity for a individual to drive sustainability career initiatives for our students. As the Business and Employability Manager (Green Careers), you will play a key role in helping University of Reading students understand how to integrate sustainable practices into any career path. While many students are drawn to traditionally "green" careers, sustainability is increasingly vital across all sectors, and you’ll empower students to contribute to the green transition, no matter their field of interest.

Aligned with the University’s commitment to sustainability, you will highlight our leadership in addressing climate and sustainability challenges. You will also connect students with green jobs, internships, and placements in impactful industries, from renewable energy to sustainable businesses, and support them in developing relevant skills and knowledge for a wide range of disciplines.

This is your chance to shape a brand-new role in an award-winning Careers team, working closely with our Global Sustainability Leaders scholarship manager and with leading employers, industry experts, and our global sustainability scholars themselves. Together, you’ll create a community of global sustainability leaders of the future.

You will have :

• Excellent oral and written communication skills including rapport building and diplomacy
• Knowledge of sustainability careers, environmental sectors, and the growing green economy
• An understanding of careers initiatives (e.g. internships) and their potential benefits/challenges
• Experience of working with stakeholders / placement providers
• Experience of working with students / adults in an advisory or support role

What’s in It for you?

• Be part of The University of Reading which has been named Sustainable University of the Year 2025 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025
• Develop a pioneering role—you’ll have the chance to shape and grow this brand-new position
• Innovate & create—lead initiatives that directly contribute to students’ career success in sustainability

Student Services currently offer smart working arrangements where by, (following a 6 week induction period), staff may have the opportunity to work from home up to 40% of their working week. Whilst this is an informal arrangement, it is something the successful post-holder can benefit from, whilst remaining flexible around key event dates and the requirements of the role.

Interviews will be held: 07/05/2025

Contact details:

Contact Name: Billah Qureshi
Contact Job Title: Head of Employer Engagement and Projects
Contact Email address: b.qureshi@reading.ac.uk

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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