Graduate Employability & Careers Advisor

Heriot Watt University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus Careers Service seeks an experienced Careers Consultant to provide high-quality information, advice and guidance to students and graduates. You will work with senior school staff, the Employer Liaison Coordinator and alumni teams to support students in identifying career pathways and opportunities.

You will deliver education sessions, develop graduate employment plans, and help shape the service to meet student needs across campuses while maintaining strong

Qualifications

• Educated to first degree level or equivalent practical workplace experience.
• Minimum of 3 years proven relevant experience in providing effective guidance services.
• Up to date knowledge of CIAG theories and graduate provision.
• Up to date knowledge of graduate career paths.
• Strong IT skills with ability to use databases, MS Office and reporting tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality CIAG and coaching to students and graduates to help them fulfil their career potential, operating within the agreed careers guidance model.
• Deliver centralised and school-based careers education sessions to a wide range of students and graduates.
• Develop and implement a plan to support graduates seeking employment post-graduation.
• Represent the University at events and engage with employers, liaising with internal teams.
• Maintain excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders and gather feedback to improve the service.

Skills

IT skills

Communication

Relationship building

Project management

Strategic thinker

Independent & team player

Prioritisation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Reporting tools

Job description

Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus Careers Service seeks an experienced Careers Consultant to provide high-quality information, advice and guidance to students and graduates. You will work with senior school staff, the Employer Liaison Coordinator and alumni teams to support students in identifying career pathways and opportunities.

You will deliver education sessions, develop graduate employment plans, and help shape the service to meet student needs across campuses while maintaining strong