Employer Engagement Specialist

Employer Engagement Specialist
Viseu
Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal

Applications

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to recrutamento. clsbe@ucp. pt by 19-12-2025.

Subject: EES – #Candidate Name#

Careers & Talent Office

Employer Engagement Specialist

Job Summary: You will play a crucial part in connecting with employers to bring job, internship and networking opportunities to our students, and organizing events that enhance their career development. This position is ideal for a proactive,
- driven professional who can engage with a diverse range of companies and industries to build partnerships that support our students' career success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively build and maintain relationships with local and/or international employers, as well as Alumni to create hiring and professional development opportunities for our students and recent graduates.
• Plan, organize, and implement career events, including job fairs, workshops, information sessions and networking events.
• Coordinate event logistics, including scheduling, budgeting, venue arrangements, system updates, participant enrollment, attendance tracking, and providing assistance to both students and employers to ensure effective execution.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance employer engagement efforts and ensure career events align with industry trends and student interests.
• Identify and actively source job, internship, and networking opportunities that align with student career interests and goals.
• Facilitate job postings and track applications to maximize reach and outcomes.
• Maintain
  -
  - date records and databases of employer contacts, job postings, events, and student placements.
• Monitor job market trends and stay informed about industry developments to effectively adapt outreach strategies.
• Support student clubs with event coordination, budget management and other tasks as needed.
• Develop and manage efficient systems for information sharing with stakeholders.
• Collect and analyze feedback from employers and students to continuously improve career programming.
• Provide regular KPI reports, evaluate results, and create action plans.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in International Relations, Communication, Human Resources, Marketing or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in sales, customer service, event management, or a similar field.
• Fluent English is a must (C1 or C2). Professional German is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power
  Point).
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across diverse groups.
• Ability to work independently, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• A collaborative, positive attitude, and willingness to take initiative.
• Availability for occasional travel and
  - hours events, as required.
• This role provides an exciting opportunity to directly impact students' career paths by fostering valuable employer partnerships and creating meaningful career development events.