At a Glance
- Tasks: Help students and graduates achieve career goals through tailored guidance and workshops.
- Company: Join ARU, a global university known for innovative and inclusive education.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holidays, pension schemes, training opportunities, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth and impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by enhancing their employability and career success.
- Qualifications: Experience in careers guidance or employability support, with strong communication and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Based in our Employability Services team at our Chelmsford campus, you will play a key role in helping students and graduates achieve their career ambitions as they successfully transition into graduate level employment or further study. As a Transitions Career Consultant, you will design and deliver targeted careers and employability activities that help students and graduates build confidence, develop career management skills and achieve positive graduate outcomes.
You will deliver one-to-one career guidance, workshops, initiatives and employability programmes that address barriers to progression and support students in achieving their career ambitions. You will collaborate with colleagues across Employability Services, academic faculties, the Alumni Office and external stakeholders to create impactful opportunities and enhance graduate success.
You will also use data, labour market intelligence and student insight to inform service delivery, evaluate impact and contribute to institutional priorities, including Graduate Outcomes and Access and Participation Plan objectives. As part of a collaborative and student-focused team, you will help shape innovative and evidence-based approaches to employability support.
With a degree and relevant professional experience, or a combination of substantial experience and continuing professional development, you will have experience of careers guidance, employability support, graduate recruitment, coaching, or a similar environment. You will be confident delivering engaging workshops and one-to-one support, building effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and managing initiatives that deliver measurable impact.
You will possess excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, alongside the ability to analyse information, evaluate outcomes and contribute to service improvement. Knowledge of graduate progression, employability and the challenges facing students and graduates in today's labour market will be essential. Most importantly, you will be committed to enhancing the student experience and helping learners achieve successful futures.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity at ARU and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Transitions Career Consultant in Chelmsford employer: Aru's Research Institutes
ARU is an excellent employer that values its staff and fosters a supportive work culture, making it an ideal place for those passionate about helping students succeed. With a focus on professional development, employees have access to numerous growth opportunities and training programmes, all while working in a vibrant UK location that encourages collaboration and innovation. Join us to make a meaningful impact on prospective students' journeys from enquiry to enrolment.
