ABOUT STANLEY COLLEGE
Stanley College is a leading independent provider of Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training, delivering industry-aligned, career-focused education across campuses in Perth and Adelaide. We are committed to developing job-ready graduates and fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace where our people can thrive.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a full-time position. The successful candidate will be primarily based at our West Perth Campus, reporting to the Industry Engagement & Placement Lead (HE).
In this role, you will coordinate student placement and work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities by building strong industry partnerships, securing quality placements, and ensuring compliance with safety and accreditation requirements. You will work closely with academic teams, students, and external stakeholders to manage placement processes, support student readiness, and maintain accurate records, contributing to positive student outcomes and high-quality, industry-aligned education experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and sustain strong industry partnerships to expand high-quality student placement and WIL opportunities.
- Conduct outreach, networking, cold calls, client visits and presentations to secure new partnerships.
- Assess suitability of host organisations and ensure compliance with accreditation and institutional standards.
- Maintain accurate records of engagements, agreements, placements and partnership activity.
- Liaise with host organisations to monitor placement quality and resolve emerging issues.
- Prepare reports and data insights for leadership and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal teams to support placement allocation, risk management, and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to strategic planning, quality assurance initiatives, and organisational growth projects.
- Promote workplace safety, uphold compliance frameworks, and support innovation and system improvement initiatives.
About You
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, with experience in stakeholder engagement, business development, client relations, or industry partnerships.
- Demonstrated ability to build professional relationships and confidently engage with organisations at various levels, including executive stakeholders.
- Experience in partnership development, industry engagement or placement coordination (higher education or VET experience highly regarded).
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines and documentation.
- Understanding of the community services and broader workforce landscape, or willingness to rapidly develop industry insights.
- High digital literacy, including CRM systems and data/reporting tools.
- Solution-focused mindset with an understanding of compliance, risk and quality standards.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
At Stanley College, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation where your contribution genuinely matters. We offer a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative workplace that supports professional growth while making a meaningful difference in students’ lives.
You’ll work alongside passionate, diverse colleagues in an environment that champions wellbeing, flexibility where possible, and recognition for your efforts. Most importantly, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to delivering career-ready education and positive outcomes for students from all backgrounds.
Employee benefits
- Work in modern and centrally located campuses
- Flexible working arrangements, where operationally possible
- Employment Hero Perk Box access
- Staff discounts at CU29
- 24/7 access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
At Stanley College, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. Inclusion is good for our team, our students, and the wider community. We are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and equitably, regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We strive to provide equality of opportunity and an inclusive experience for everyone who works at Stanley College.
If this role aligns with your skills and aspirations, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter containing your experience and suitability for this role.
