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At the University of Chester, we’re passionate about transforming lives through education. Our Careers and Employability team plays a vital role in supporting our diverse community of students and graduates to thrive in an increasingly competitive job market. We are now recruiting 3 experienced Careers and Employability Consultant's to join our innovative and committed team.
As a Careers And Employability Consultant, You Will
* Partner with academic teams to embed career development and employability within the curriculum. Whilst caseloads may vary and each Careers and Employability Consultant will see students from all courses.
* Deliver expert one-to-one and group guidance, workshops, and engaging content tailored to diverse student needs.
* Lead on curriculum-linked employability initiatives and advise on embedding real-world, experiential learning approaches.
* Use your insights and data to evaluate impact and shape best practice across the institution.
* Contribute to Chester’s Citizen Student Strategy – ensuring every student has equal access to opportunities that build social capital and career readiness.
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including employers, alumni, and academic departments to support sustainable graduate success.
We are seeking a proactive and forward-thinking careers professional who:
* Holds a recognised professional qualification in careers guidance (e.g. QCG, DipCG, CEIGHE) or has substantial experience in delivering careers-related education and support.
* Has experience in higher education careers services or graduate recruitment.
* Understands the evolving graduate labour market and the employability challenges facing diverse student groups.
* Has exceptional communication skills, strong digital literacy, and the ability to engage, inspire and influence at all levels.
* Is confident using data and digital platforms to enhance service delivery and student engagement.
* Brings a collaborative, inclusive mindset with a strong commitment to equity, diversity and belonging.
Why Join Us
This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative and supportive team at the University of Chester, where your work will directly shape the futures of our students and graduates. As a Careers and Employability Consultant, you'll play a strategic and student-facing role, contributing meaningfully to our mission of enhancing graduate outcomes and social mobility.
* Generous holiday allowance: 22 days' annual leave, rising to 27 days after five years of continuous service, plus Bank/Public Holidays and additional Christmas closure days.
* Inclusive and welcoming workplace: The University of Chester is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and aims to create a positive and inclusive environment for all staff and students. The University of Chester particularly welcomes applications from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community who are currently under-represented at this level in this subject area/ role. All appointments will be made on merit.
Join us and become part of a team that is passionate about helping students realise their potential, stand out in a competitive job market, and access life-changing career opportunities. For an information chat please contact Head of Careers and Employability, Angie Standish at a.standish@chester.ac.uk.
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