Salary: £44,075 - £48,227 per annum
Grade: L
Contract: Fixed Term (Until 31st August 2027)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: York, North Yorkshire
The Organisation
The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority was established as a new organisation in early 2024. It is a public sector employer with access to powers and funding to unlock transport and housing improvements, boost skills provision and help the economy transition to net zero for York and North Yorkshire. The Mayor also holds responsibilities in relation to Policing, Fire and Crime. Making the most of the combined strengths of the city region and rural powerhouse, the Combined Authority is a long-term commitment to shaping a brighter future for generations to come. By working for us you will play a part in making positive changes, unlocking investment, supporting business and communities to thrive and creating new and better opportunities for people that live and work here.
The Opportunity
Are you ready to help shape the future of careers education and employer engagement across York and North Yorkshire?
We are looking for a passionate and driven Partnership Development Officer to join our Skills and Employment Team. You will play a key role in partnering with schools, colleges and training providers to drive high-quality careers education, employer engagement and meaningful work experience opportunities.
Working collaboratively with education leaders, employers and strategic partners, you will help ensure that young people across the region are well prepared for their future careers, equipped with the skills and experiences they need to succeed, and able to access clear pathways into local opportunities.
In this role, you will be instrumental in advancing the work of the York and North Yorkshire Careers Hub, bringing together schools, colleges, training providers, employers and strategic partners to strengthen careers education, enhance employer engagement and expand high-quality work experience opportunities for young people.
You will:
- Work as part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team delivering the region’s Skills Strategy.
- Lead strategic initiatives that link employers with education to shape the future workforce.
- Lead the development of impactful work experience, careers and skills initiatives that respond to regional priorities.
- Help build a region-wide, all-age careers ecosystem.
- Collaborate with partners across sectors- from local authorities to industry leaders- to co-create innovative solutions.
What you will bring
- Knowledge of Careers Education and Skills Development - an understanding of careers education, employability and the opportunities and challenges facing schools, colleges and training providers.
- Confidence in engaging and influencing stakeholders, including senior leaders, educators, and employers.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, deliver, and support reporting on programmes.
- Proven experience in economic or business development, with a collaborative approach to partnership working.
- A Passion for Improving Outcomes for Young People
- Strong Partnership and Relationship-Building Skills
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences.
- A proactive, can-do attitude with a focus on making things better.
- Comfortable using digital tools like Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
- A degree or equivalent experience.
You will be joining a new and developing organisation at an exciting time. The benefits of working for us include:
- Generous leave entitlement, starting at 28 days plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rota for part time staff)
- Local government pension scheme
- Commitment to staff development and continuous learning
To find out more about our organisation please visit; https://yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk
Contact and Apply
If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Yvonne Emerson, [email protected] for an informal conversation.
Applying is easy, simply register your details, tell us how you meet our criteria in the supporting evidence section, remove your personal details from your CV and upload.
Key Dates:
Closing date: 17th August 2026
Interview date: 24th August 2026
Key Documents:
Job Description
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
