Make a Real Impact in the Electrical Industry - Lead our Pathway to Placement Programme and help learners take their first steps into employment while building your own rewarding career.

Pathway to Placement Lead Coordinator
Based in Birmingham, with hybrid working (mostly from home)

Full time, permanent
£30,000 - £35,000 per annum + Commission

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Optima Electrical Training is a family-run, industry-led training provider dedicated to helping adults build successful careers in the electrical sector. We deliver high-quality vocational qualifications to learners at all stages – from complete beginners to experienced electricians seeking to upskill.

With the UK facing a skills shortage and high demand for qualified electricians, we have launched our Pathway to Placement Programme (P2P) to bridge the gap between training and employment. Our mission is to connect learners with real work opportunities while equipping them with the confidence, skills, and industry connections they need to thrive.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and organised Pathway to Placement Lead Coordinator to oversee the delivery of this exciting new programme. This pivotal role involves building strong employer partnerships, coordinating placements, and supporting learners as they transition into the workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

Programme & Placement Coordination

Lead and develop the Pathway to Placement Programme, matching learners with suitable opportunities and monitoring their progress to align with career goals
Work closely with trainers, support teams, and leadership to ensure smooth integration between training and placement

Employer Engagement & Networking

Build and maintain strong relationships with electrical employers, contractors, and industry partners, promoting the benefits of partnering with Optima learners
Organise networking events, employer talks, and guest speaker sessions to connect learners with potential employers

Learner Support & Readiness

Deliver job-readiness training, CV workshops, mock interviews, and soft-skills development
Create and maintain learner profiles to highlight qualifications, experience, and site readiness

Funding, Compliance & Reporting

Identify and access bursaries, sponsorships, and employment-related funding
Maintain accurate placement and outcome records for internal tracking and reporting to stakeholders
Contribute to case studies, promotional materials, and success stories that demonstrate programme impact

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a confident communicator, skilled at building relationships, and driven by the desire to help people succeed. Experience in recruitment, employment services, or learner support is essential. About you:

Strong organisational and coordination skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to build and maintain employer partnerships
Experience in recruitment, learner support, or employment services
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Background in vocational training or further education, knowledge of the electrical or construction industry, and experience with funding programmes is desirable

If you’re ready to make a real difference and help shape the electricians of tomorrow, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents..

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Placement Coordinator, Employer Engagement Officer, Recruitment Consultant, Careers Advisor, Employment Coach, Learner Support Officer, Vocational Training Coordinator, Workforce Development Officer, Apprenticeship Coordinator, Industry Partnerships Manager.