University Relations and Intern Program EMEA Lead

Job description

Join Eaton, a global leader where equality and inclusivity are at the heart of our mission.

Here, everyone is valued and belongs.

Be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge, energy-efficient solutions, making a tangible impact on the world.

We empower our customers to manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical energy more effectively, safely, and sustainably.

At Eaton, we’re dedicated to enhancing quality of life and protecting the environment with our innovative energy management technologies and services.

Our EMEA Business Service Center (BSC) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVmgRGP9pmw&t=46s) in Budapest is Eaton’s largest office in the region.

With a diverse team of over 700 people, representing 40+ nationalities and speaking 20+ languages, the BSC is the central hub for business services.

It empowers seamless operations and drives exceptional results across our electrical, industrial, and corporate teams.

**What you’ll do:**

This role is responsible for executing and enhancing Eaton’s University Relations and Internship strategy across EMEA, with a strong focus on building critical talent pipelines in Engineering and Finance.

It leads the Engineering & Technology Early Talent Leadership Development Program (LDP) track, ensuring alignment with global frameworks and delivering a future-ready talent pool.

The role drives a strategic feeder approach to the LDP by leading three core pillars: University Relations, Strategic Internships, and Employer Branding.

**Strategic University Relations:**

+ Own and execute the University Relations strategy, managing partnerships with top-tier universities across EMEA.
+ Collaborate with HR and business stakeholders to build and nurture relationships with selected universities, driving the attraction and recruitment of top talent.
+ Identify and lead strategic initiatives—such as career fairs, networking events, and other engagements—that build a strong talent pipeline.

Measure impact and return on investment (ROI).
+ Lead the Early Talent Employer Branding strategy in EMEA, including the Talent Scout program.
+ Act as a brand ambassador, clearly representing Eaton’s vision, values, and culture to university leaders and students.
+ Facilitate engagement between leaders, HR, and academic institutions to elevate local collaborations into regional strategic partnerships.

**Business Partnering:**

+ Serve as the subject matter expert for early career recruitment on the steering committees of Eaton’s LDPs.
+ Support Eaton’s Executive Sponsors of key university partnerships to maximize value for both the company and early talent.
+ Contribute to business initiatives related to strategic university partnerships, guiding stakeholders on strategy, ideas, and opportunities.

**Program Lead for the Engineering & Technology LDP track:**

+ Manage the Engineering & Technology Early Talent LDP track in EMEA, ensuring alignment with the global framework.
+ Engage executive sponsors, stakeholders, and steering committees in the strategic planning and execution of the program.
+ Develop a robust pipelining strategy that ensures a steady flow of talent into the LDP.

**Qualifications:**

**Required (Basic) Qualifications:**

+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
+ Minimum of 5 years of experience in professional business and/or higher education environment.

**Preferred qualifications:**

+ Master’s Degree or MBA preferred in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, Communications or Business Administration.
+ 5 years’ experience in Human Resources, ideally with a focus on early career talent development or program leadership roles.

**Skills:**

+ Fluency English.

Any other European languages would be a plus.
+ Demonstrated experience in recruitment, business partnering or other role that requires a high degree of relationship building across levels of an organization.
+ Demonstrated ability to build and execute a business strategy and measure/monitor impact.
+ Strong problem-solving skills and creative solutioning.
+ Comfort with digital technologies.
+ Ability to work in fast paced complex environments.
+ Strong learning agility.
+ Strong communication, relationship and cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences—from college recruits to executive leadership.
+ Strategic thinking, with a focus on long-term talent development and program impact.

**What we can offer to you:**

+ **Wide range of Employee Benefits:** Hybrid work model, Annual bonus, Cafeteria, Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Eye-glass refund, AYCM partnership, Internal reward system (E-Stars)
+ **Employee Wellbeing Support:** Access comprehensive support programs designed to enhance your overall wellbeing
+ **Family Friendly:** Enjoy a family-friendly environment with policies that support work-life balance
+ **Talent Management and Career Development:** We are dedicated to your professional growth, with a strong focus on internal mobility, continuous learning, and peer coaching
+ **Dog-Friendly:** Bring your furry friend to work in our dog-friendly office
+ **Dedicated Spaces:** Utilize our family room, multi-prayer room, stretching room, and chill room for your comfort and convenience
+ **Company Yoga Sessions:** Participate in regular yoga sessions to stay fit and relaxed
+ **Social Responsibility:** Join a socially responsible organization committed to making a positive impact
+ **Employee Appreciation Day:** Celebrate with us on Employee Appreciation Day, recognizing your hard work and contributions

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We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees.

Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

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