Director of Employability & Entrepreneurship

Location: Central Cambridge
Salary: £47,308 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026

REED are proud to be working in exclusive partnership with a highly sought-after educational provider based in central Cambridge to recruit a Director of Employability and Entrepreneurship.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take a strategic lead in shaping employability outcomes for students, working at the heart of an ambitious and forward-thinking organisation.

The Role

As Director of Employability and Entrepreneurship, you will play a pivotal role in bridging education and the world of work. You will lead on building strong partnerships with employers, supporting students to understand and access a wide range of career pathways including employment, apprenticeships and further progression routes.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with local, regional and national employers
• Providing high-quality employability advice and guidance to students across a variety of sectors
• Designing, arranging and hosting career events, employer engagement activities and employability seminars
• Inspiring students by showcasing different career routes, industries and apprenticeship opportunities
• Acting as a key point of contact between the education provider and industry partners
• Supporting the organisation’s wider employability and enterprise strategy

About You

Our client is open to candidates from a range of professional backgrounds and would welcome applications from individuals with experience in:

• Education
• Recruitment
• Talent, employability or workforce development

You will be:

• Confident liaising with employers and external stakeholders
• Passionate about supporting and inspiring young people
• Experienced in delivering career-focused events or initiatives
• A strong communicator with excellent organisational skills
• Motivated by making a tangible difference to student outcomes

Why Apply?

• Join a highly respected educational provider in a senior, influential role
• Competitive salary of £47,308 per annum
• Term time only working pattern, supporting work-life balance
• Central Cambridge location
• Opportunity to directly shape and enhance student employability outcomes

If you’re passionate about employability, employer engagement and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact REED today.