Senior Associate Director, Career Education and Discovery Advisor – Talent & Careers

IE University; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IE University is seeking a passionate Senior Associate Director for Career Education & Discovery. This hybrid role focuses on designing impactful career programs and providing tailored advising for students. Join a dynamic international team committed to transforming education and fostering positive change through innovative career support.

Formación

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in higher education, career services, or recruitment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Familiarity with educational technologies.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and support career education programs.
• Provide career advising support to students.
• Assist in data tracking and project support.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication in English

Communication in Spanish

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Psychology, Human Resources, Business

Herramientas

Blackboard

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education?IE Talent & Careersis looking for anSenior Associate Directorto join its team!

The Senior Associate Director, Career Education & Discovery Advisor plays a key role in delivering impactful, scalable, and student-centered career support at IE University. This hybrid role combines the coordination and content development responsibilities of the Career Education Associate (80%) with targeted advising and career discovery support (20%). The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, student-focused, and passionate about supporting career development and employability.

Why IE University?

With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching. We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.

Our Purpose

At IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.

As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world. We provide them with the skills, knowledge and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.

Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education. And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.

Our People

At IE we are:

• People-driven
• Change Builders
• Autonomy Enthusiasts
• Communication Enthusiasts
• Knowledge Champions

We are looking for a person to join a full-time position in Madrid.

Responsibilities

Yourrole asSenior Associate Director, Career Education & Discovery Advisor willinvolve:

Career Education Program Design & Coordination

• Coordinate and support career education programs such as the Career Accelerator, pre-program modules, and career workshops.

• Oversee event logistics including calendar management, speaker coordination, material preparation, and follow-up.

• In collaboration with the Director of Education, liase with Program Leads and other internal stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of career education initiatives.

• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement initiatives in career education by researching trends and scaling successful pilots across different programs.

Educational Content Creation & Management

• Assist in the development and maintenance of high-quality educational content (guides, toolkits, presentations, quizzes, videos, etc.).

• Gather and incorporate student and faculty feedback to ensure materials remain relevant and effective.

• Support quality assurance reviews and update cycles to maintain consistency and instructional value.

• Maintain internal documentation (e.g., syllabi, templates, structure trackers) and support student resource dissemination through platforms like Blackboard, the Career Portal and other LMS/tools.

Data & Project Support

• Assist in tracking attendance, engagement, and student satisfaction for career-related initiatives.

• Contribute to audits, reporting, and benchmark studies to support strategic decisions.

Career Discovery & Advising

• Provide career advising support to students through one-on-one sessions and small group formats, helping them explore and define their career goals.

• Guide students in crafting effective job search strategies, including identifying target companies, building personal brand materials (CV, LinkedIn), and preparing for interviews.

• Assist in delivering core employability content in classrooms or workshops related to career discovery, job market awareness, and application strategy.

• Collaborate with the Advising and Employer Relations teams to stay updated on job market trends and employer expectations.

Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Psychology, Human Resources, Business, or related fields.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in higher education, career services, learning development, or recruitment.
• Previous exposure to advising, coaching, or instructional support is highly valued.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Familiarity with educational technologies, such as LMS platforms (e.g., Blackboard), project management tools, and content creation tools.
• Empathy and strong interpersonal skills to support students from diverse backgrounds.
• Team-oriented and comfortable working in a dynamic academic environment.
• Experience with mock interviews, CV/cover letter review, or coaching methodologies.
• Affinity with the higher education and international job market landscape.

It’s time to bring your best and make your mark.Now the choice is yours!

If you want to be part of this educational revolution,we invite you to apply and be part of our amazing team at IE University.