At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in developing employability and achieving career goals through guidance and workshops.
- Company: Join the University of London, a leader in international distance learning.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements and a chance to impact diverse student communities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' careers at two prestigious institutions.
- Qualifications: Experience in career guidance and a passion for supporting students.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
The University of London Careers Service (UoLCS) is recruiting a Careers Consultant to support students and graduates at two specialist University of London member institutions: the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and the Royal College of Art (RCA). This is an exciting opportunity to support students and graduates from two distinctive institutions to develop their employability, make informed career decisions and achieve their career goals.
You will deliver careers guidance, workshops, events and digital resources tailored to students studying veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing and biological sciences at the RVC, alongside postgraduate students preparing for careers across the creative and cultural industries at the RCA. Working in partnership with academics, employers, alumni and professional services colleagues, you will help embed employability within the curriculum and wider student experience while contributing to the continued development of careers provision across both institutions.
As part of the wider University of London Careers Service, you will share ideas, resources and best practice with colleagues across the Small Specialist Colleges and Distance Flexible Learning teams.
Working Arrangements
The role is split equally between the Royal Veterinary College (0.4 FTE) and the Royal College of Art (0.4 FTE). The successful candidate will work across both institutions and will be expected to work flexibly in line with their respective working arrangements. Working pattern is as follows: Wednesdays and Thursdays at the RVC and Tuesdays and Fridays at the RCA.
Application & Interview Process
For more information about the role, the Royal Veterinary College, the Royal College of Art and the University of London Careers Service, please review the attached Job Pack and Job Description. The University reserves the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Online panel interviews will take place on Wednesday, 26th and Thursday, 27th of August 2026.
Important Information
The University will be unable to sponsor candidates for a visa for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment. The University of London is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment. We particularly encourage applications from members of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, who are currently under-represented across the University. All appointments will be made on merit against the criteria set out in the job description.
Informal Enquiries
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Oby Oputa, Associate Director, University of London Careers Service (Small Specialist Colleges) at obieze.oputa@london.ac.uk. You may also contact Rachel Orsborne, Careers Consultant both at the RVC and RCA, at orbsborne@rvc.ac.uk to find out more about the role.
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