Careers Consultant (SS105)

We are seeking a Careers Consultant to join our dynamic and innovative Careers team looking to offer students and graduates the very best in careers guidance and planning; supporting our strategic aim to embed careers guidance and employability in the curriculum and become best in sector for graduate employability. You will have a level 6 qualification in careers guidance or equivalent and possess drive and enthusiasm and the desire to both lead and collaborate on a range of projects.

Key roles include providing effective and timely advice and guidance to students and graduates; delivering employability through the curriculum both as a consultant to academic staff and in delivery to student groups. Establishing and developing productive partnerships with academic staff, other professional colleagues and external organisations including employers. You will be required to research and develop a range of materials for use with students, graduates and academics producing information for use in print and digital form.

Candidates will need a level 6 qualification in Careers Guidance or similar, experience of working in careers with higher education students and strong communication skills both written and verbal.

The University of West London is a leading modern university specialising in the education and development of exceptional creative, business and service professionals. We set ourselves apart by being a career focussed, professionally engaged, university of quality.  We have grown in both size and reputation and have been ranked the best modern University in London (The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018).  With the Elizabeth line opening we will be even more accessible, with Ealing 42 minutes away from Reading and 24 minutes from Liverpool Street.

This post is not available for UWL students.

CVs without an online application will not be accepted.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

An enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this post (to be undertaken upon appointment). Please find attached the University’s Criminal Convictions, Disclosure and Barring Policy and Procedure for further information.

Closing Date: 30 Sep 2018
Category: Support