Overview
We are looking to strengthen our WBS CareersPlus team with the appointment of an enthusiastic, reliable, proactive, and experienced Careers Coach to support our students. The successful candidate will provide one-to-one coaching and guidance (face to face and online), design and deliver group workshops/webinars, provide e-guidance, and act as first point of contact for student queries. Some evening and weekend work will be required.
About The Role
Support the career development of our students by delivering coaching and guidance, organising and delivering group workshops/webinars, providing e-guidance, and handling student queries. You will work with the Employer Relations team to promote WBS talent to recruiters and may lead on bespoke projects and new initiatives to develop the service and increase student engagement.
About You
With a proven track record in graduate/experienced hire recruitment and development or a HE careers service, you will be an excellent communicator with the credibility, energy, and flexibility to work with a demanding, dynamic, and diverse caseload. You should be able to work on your own initiative to deliver innovative programmes and collaborate with our Employer Relations team.
There will be opportunities to lead on bespoke projects and new initiatives to develop the service and increase student engagement. Tenacity, drive, pro-activity, and a strong work ethic are required.
About The Department
The WBS CareersPlus & Employer Relations department provides faculty-based careers management and professional development support across undergraduates, masters, and MBA programs, with ongoing engagement with our global alumni community. Our team of 30+ staff works with WBS faculty, corporate partners, and programme management to ensure services meet global recruiter needs and integrate with academic delivery. Warwick Business School is a world-class business school within a world-class university, committed to inclusive values and a Change Maker mindset.
Our Values and Inclusion
We emphasise Change Makers who think beyond themselves, challenge the norm, and have drive to deliver. Our CORE values include Curiosity, Openness, Restlessness, and Excellence. Warwick is committed to an inclusive environment and encourages applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.
How to Apply
Closing date: Sunday 28th September 2025 at 23:55 (BST). To apply, please submit an application form by the closing date. You will need to attach a CV and a cover letter explaining your motivations and how you meet each essential and desirable criterion. Applications are submitted via our official careers webpage, warwick-careers.tal.net. Interview date and start date are to be confirmed.
What We Offer
We offer a range of benefits including a competitive pension, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, learning and development opportunities, savings on products and services, and flexible working where possible. We are a Living Wage employer and provide relocation information as needed.
Right to Work and Safeguarding
The University supports safeguarding and DBS checks for roles involving regulated activity. The University expects all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment. Right to work in the UK and sponsorship information is available if applicable.
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