Senior Manager, Career Development &Student Employability
Purpose of Role
To enhance students' career readiness andsupport successful transitions from education to employment through coaching, employer engagement, and career development activities.
Key Responsibilities
Career Coaching
Provide support on:
- Career planning
- CV development
- LinkedIn profile enhancement
- Interview preparation
- Personal branding
Student Employability Programmes
Develop and deliver:
- Career workshops
- Industry panel sessions
- Employer networking events
- Career readiness bootcamps
Employer Engagement
Work closely with employers to:
- Source internships
- Promote graduate opportunities
- Facilitate recruitment events
- Support talent matching initiatives
Digital Employability
Manage platforms such as:
- Career portal
- LinkedIn initiatives
- Employability tools
- Graduate tracking systems
Alumni Engagement
- Develop alumni mentoring programmes
- Build graduate success stories
- Leverage alumni networks for employment opportunities
Key Success Measures
- Student participation rates
- Career coaching outcomes
- Internship placements
- Graduate placement rates
- Student satisfaction ratings
- Employer feedback
Preferred Background
- Career Services
- Recruitment
- Human Resources
- Learning and Development
- University Student Services
Experience
- 5-8 years relevant experience
- Strong stakeholder management skills
- Passion for student development and employability