Careers Consultant

Arden University Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic higher education institution in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for a Careers Consultant to support students and graduates in planning their careers. The role involves providing guidance, developing educational materials, and collaborating with faculty. Candidates should have a relevant qualifications, coaching experience, and the ability to manage complex projects. This position offers a salary between £42,200 - £48,530 per annum and excellent benefits, including hybrid working options.

Benefits

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Generous pension plan

Private Medical Insurance

Access to Perkbox benefits

Free courses for employees and discounts for family

Golden Ticket for free education

Qualifications

• Professional careers qualification or experience in recruitment or HR.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven ability to coach individuals towards achieving goals.
• Experience working on complex projects with tight deadlines.
• Awareness of current issues in Higher Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide information, advice, and guidance to students and graduates.
• Develop and deliver careers education materials online and in-person.
• Collaborate with academic colleagues and students.
• Participate in annual service planning and ongoing reviews.

Skills

Dedication

Coaching and mentoring

Project management

Knowledge of Higher Education

Education

Relevant professional careers qualification

Job description

Overview

Salary: £42,200 - £48,530 per annum

Employment type: Permanent

Hours per week: 37

Reporting into: Careers Education Manager

Department: Careers, Employability and Alumni

There is a full job description available and excellent benefits are described on the Arden University benefits page. This role is primarily based on our Brand New Newcastle City Centre Campus five days a week, with occasional evening and weekend commitments to support students and foster a strong campus culture. Some home working may be available where appropriate, while maintaining a consistent and visible on-site presence. Please note, hybrid and remote working are non-contractual benefits, therefore your Campus Location will be stated on your contract.

About Arden University

We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through our passion for innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines, forge worldwide partnerships, and expand our locations.

About our Department

Arden’s Careers, Employability & Alumni team is dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking. We empower students and graduates with personalised guidance, curriculum embedded careers education, and strong employer and alumni networks. Recently shortlisted for national awards, we’re a growing team making a real difference to student success and graduate outcomes.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a Careers Consultant to provide information, advice and guidance to Arden Students and Graduates by using a wide range of online tools to assess their values, interests, skills and abilities, helping them to acquire skills and resources to plan and manage their careers. You will develop and deliver careers education materials online and in-person as part of the academic curriculum, collaborating and co-creating with academic colleagues and students. You will be involved in annual service planning working with schools and faculties, as well as taking part in ongoing reviews and enhancements.

About You

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team at this exciting stage of growth. To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A relevant professional careers qualification or experience of working in a recruitment or human resources function.

• Experience of working with students or graduates from diverse backgrounds, supporting them in a variety of contexts.

• A proven ability to coach and mentor individuals to help them achieve their goals and succeed.

• Experience of working on complex projects to tight deadlines in a fast-moving environment.

• Awareness of current issues in Higher Education and an understanding of graduate employment trends.

These are exciting times to join a forward-thinking, digital-first university that puts students at the heart of everything we do. At Arden, you’ll find a purpose to believe in and a culture to thrive in. Your perspective will be valued, your ideas will be encouraged, and you will play a key role in shaping something new.

Application Process

As part of the application process you are required to submit a cover letter, which needs a clear introductory paragraph, and then includes two to three paragraphs which address:

• Your motivation for applying. Why you are interested in this particular role.

• Your suitability for the position. How your experience, skills and / or qualifications meet the requirements outlined in the job description.

• Your interest in Arden University and why you want to work within the Careers, Employability and Alumni team at Arden.

If you would like an informal chat about the role, please email Caroline Tolond – [e-mail] in the first instance.

Why Arden

At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from:

• 30 days holiday + bank holidays on-top, and even a Christmas closure!

• A generous Aviva pension plan, company contributions starting from 7%

• SimplyHealth plan option

• Private Medical Insurance

• Access to Perkbox benefits

• Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for all family and friends

• Plus, other excellent benefits

• Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education

Our Values: Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines and locations.

Closing Date: Sunday 22nd February

• First round interview (in person at the Newcastle Campus): 4th March

• Second round interview (online): Wednesday 18th Mar

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

If you are a current Arden student or have an upcoming course with us, you are not eligible to apply for Student Experience roles due to a conflict of interest related to system access.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means that if you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you wish to be considered under this scheme, you can indicate via the application form below. By doing so, you are also consenting for this information to be shared with the hiring team. For more details on what qualifies as a disability under the Disability Equality Act 2010, please refer to the guidance here.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and actively welcome applications from all groups.

Sponsorship statement: Please be aware that some roles may not meet the points requirement for a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points-based immigration system. However, we welcome applications from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but may be eligible for a visa through an alternative route.