Placement Specialist
Help shape the future of education! Drive student success, build vital partnerships, and make a real difference while enjoying flexibility, growth, and a supportive culture.
Company Description
Keypath Education – Ranked Best Place to Work in Australia by WRK+ (2021 – 2024)
Keypath Education is a global EdTech company partnering with leading universities to deliver online programs that address real-world social and economic challenges.
Work Anywhere:
At Keypath Education Australia, flexibility is our strength. We put our people first, allowing you to choose where you work – from home, in the office, or both. We welcome applications from candidates located anywhere in Australia, provided you have a strong, reliable internet connection.
Please note that only candidates residing in Australia with full working rights will be eligible for consideration.
Job Description
Are you passionate about building relationships and creating meaningful opportunities for students? As a Placement Specialist, you’ll play a key role in connecting counselling students with hospitals, clinics, and community facilities for hands-on learning experiences. This role blends relationship management, coordination, and problem-solving to ensure a positive outcome for both students and placement sites.
What you'll do:
- Develop and manage partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and other placement sites.
- Coordinate student placements in collaboration with the broader team.
- Negotiate and secure affiliation agreements with partners.
- Maintain accurate records and reports across multiple systems.
- Work closely with stakeholders to achieve win-win outcomes.
What we're looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree highly regarded
- 3–5 years’ experience in business development and/or sales.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in healthcare is advantageous.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and CRM systems.
Additional Information
Benefits and Rewards:
- Opportunity to work in office, hybrid or remotely
- All the necessary equipment for success.
- Internet Allowance for remote work.
- Paid Mental Health days for your well-being.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Learning Labs designed to promote L&D
- Toolkits for Digital Health and Mental Health support.
- Employee led programs such as Culture Club, Team Green, Sustainability and more
- Company events and activities run in office and remotely
Why Keypath?
- Embrace Your Authentic Self: A supportive culture recognized as a top workplace (Ranked #6 on 2024 the Best Places to Work Australia©).
- Global EdTech Leader: Join an industry on the rise.
- Continuous Growth: Upskill through discounted study opportunities.
- Transform the World: Contribute to upskilling and reskilling globally.
- Make an Impact: Help solve future economic and social challenges.
Join Keypath and make a difference. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and offer inclusive support throughout the recruitment process.
Apply now to unlock your potential with Keypath!
- Department
- Placement
- Role
- Placement Specialist
- Locations
- Keypath Melbourne Office
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Employment type
- Full-time
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