LCR Grad Scheme Brand Ambassador

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LCR Grad Scheme Brand Ambassador

Become the next LCR Grad Scheme Brand Ambassador for the new 2022-23 academic year. This project is part-funded by the European Social Fund.

“I have learnt to grow a following and also learnt to communicate and network with lots of societies and students. It is a great opportunity to gain experience in social media marketing as well as learning to network with people, definitely boosts your confidence and communication skills.” Gifty, LCR Grad Scheme Brand Ambassador at Edge Hill

Eligible Universities

We will be choosing eight candidates from the below institutions for the Long-Term Brand Ambassador role:

• University of Liverpool
• Liverpool John Moores University
• Edge Hill University
• Liverpool Hope University

We will be in touch about Short-Term Brand Ambassador opportunities promoting the LCR Grad Scheme.

What does being a Brand Ambassador mean?

As an LCR Grad Scheme Brand Ambassador, you are responsible for representing the SMEs (small-to-medium enterprises) offering graduate roles across a range of industries in the LCR. You will be tasked with promoting their brand and opportunities to students at your university.

Activities will include, but are not limited to:

• Using your creativity to make exciting social media content & videos.
• Promoting LCR Grad Scheme’s incredible roles to students.
• Driving students to LCR Grad Scheme’s website to sign up to their events and apply for their roles.
• Building relationships with societies & faculty members to support promotion of these opportunities.

What do you get in return?

• You will be paid £10.65 per hour for your work.
• You will get to network and build relationships with the LCR Grad Scheme team and the SMEs they represent, gaining invaluable knowledge to support your own job search in the future.
• You will develop useful skills to include on your CV.
• You will build your confidence and networks on campus and in the Liverpool City Region.
• Opportunity to earn bonuses along the way for reaching your targets!

We are looking for students who are:

• in their 2nd or final year of study as of September 2022.
• from any degree discipline at one of the eligible universities mentioned above.
• Are an active member of your University community (for example, a member of societies, student forums, sports teams).
• Able to demonstrate a passion to support the Liverpool City Region and the small business community!

Extra information:

Typically the application process is as follows:

• Application form
• 2 minute creative video

We will host training for anyone successful in the role on 14th September at the University of Liverpool

About LCR Grad Scheme

LCR Grad Scheme, part-funded by the European Social Fund, aims to connect SMEs in the Liverpool City Region (LCR) with local graduate talent. The Scheme recruits and trains graduates on behalf of SMEs. Successful applicants will have a two-day induction to meet their fellow LCR Graduates and get prepared for work, before hitting the ground running by starting work with an SME. They will also enrol on a six-month professional development programme to create the skills needed to succeed within the exciting small business sector.

LCR Grad Scheme applicants can choose to apply for one the below streams:

• Marketing, open to graduates from all degree disciplines.
• Technical, requiring graduates to have specific qualifications such as Engineering or Computer Science.

Being involved as a Brand Ambassador offers a unique opportunity to build your own network with fellow students and local businesses, and support the economic growth of our amazing city!

How to apply

To apply for this programme and to find out more, please click on the apply button below.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.