Careers Adviser (045518)

We are looking to hire an experienced and forward-thinking Careers Adviser to support our provision of one-to-one advice and guidance to undergraduate, postgraduate taught students and graduates.

Based in the Employability and Careers Centre, the post holder will also work closely with the other Careers Advisers and the wider team, developing suitable careers information resources to enhance the Centre’s website and dealing with daily enquiries from students, staff and employers.

We are looking for candidates who have knowledge and understanding of career development support and coaching for undergraduates and postgraduate taught students, ideally with experience in a Higher Education careers setting or similar.

The post holder should have significant experience of workshop design and facilitation, delivering presentations and career guidance. Knowledge of events and project management, stakeholder engagement and customer relations is also important.

The University of Surrey is a global university with a world-class research profile and an enterprising spirit. Inventive and forward thinking, Surrey has ambitions to be one of the world’s leading universities and is currently a Top 20 university in the leading national league tables.

The University is well regarded for the employability success of its graduates, and has over 1,000 students a year who participate in the University’s Professional Training placement programme.

The Directorate of Employability brings together colleagues who work in the Employability and Careers Centre and the placement administration team who also work with a network of placement tutors in academic departments.

In addition to salary you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement and excellent development opportunities. The benefits package includes award-winning pension scheme, child-care assistance and discounted membership to our world-renowned Surrey Sports Park.

Any interested party is welcome to contact the Deputy Director of Employability and Careers, Mrs Frances Gow (f.gow@surrey.ac.uk), to discuss any specific aspects of the role. Part time working and flexible/job share options will be considered for suitable candidates.

Closing Date: 08 Jul 2018
Category: Professional Services