Career Development and Employability Services Consultant

University of Auckland; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 73,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work practices

Company superannuation

Five weeks' annual leave

Staff discounts

Job summary

The University of Auckland is seeking a Career Development and Employability Consultant to join the Career Development and Employability Services (CDES) team within Student and Scholarly Services (SaSS).

You will deliver career development expertise to faculties and students, designing and delivering workshops, coaching sessions, online resources, and employability programmes that support diverse student groups and align with the University’s strategic employability goals.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in career development, education, counselling, or a related discipline.
• Strong coaching or counselling experience with diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills for large audiences.
• Experience designing and delivering workshops, learning activities, and career programmes.
• Ability to create engaging career resources using learning technologies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with students, academic staff, and employers.
• Demonstrated experience working with culturally diverse communities.
• Knowledge of career development theories, coaching approaches, and career assessment tools.
• Strong understanding of graduate recruitment practices and labour market trends.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity, and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide career development expertise to faculties and service divisions, helping students build career literacy and graduate capabilities.
• Deliver specialised workshops, coaching sessions, online resources, employability programmes, and events for diverse student groups.
• Collaborate with faculties, employers, and community organisations to develop tailored initiatives that enhance graduate employment outcomes.
• Shape an outstanding employability experience through partnerships and continuous improvement.

Skills

Career development

Coaching

Facilitation

Workshop design

Learning technologies

Interpersonal skills

Equity & inclusion

Graduate recruitment

Stakeholder engagement

Cultural diversity

Education

Tertiary qualification in career development

Tools

Learning technologies

Job description

Career Development and Employability Services Consultant

• Full-time
• Campus: Auckland City Campus
• Position Number: 60023265
• UoA Department Name: Learning and Teaching Develpmt

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6,000 academic and professional staff supporting more than 46,000 students, we are one of New Zealand’s largest employers.

We are seeking a Career Development and Employability Consultant to join the Career Development and Employability Services (CDES) team within Student and Scholarly Services (SaSS).

In this role, you will provide career development expertise to faculties and service divisions, helping students build career literacy, develop graduate capabilities, and successfully transition into employment or further study. Working across a broad portfolio, you will collaborate with academic and professional staff to design, deliver, and evaluate innovative career development initiatives that align with the University's strategic employability goals.

You will deliver specialised workshops, coaching sessions, online resources, employability programmes, and events that cater to diverse student groups, including Māori, Pacific, international, and postgraduate students. Using your expertise in career development, facilitation, and coaching, you will support students to identify your strengths, explore career opportunities, and develop the confidence and skills needed to thrive in an evolving world of work.

You will also work closely with faculties, employers, community organisations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to develop tailored initiatives that enhance graduate employment outcomes and expand work-integrated learning opportunities. Through strong partnerships and continuous improvement, you will play a key role in shaping an outstanding employability for students.

This is a full-time, 37.5-hour-per-week permanent role. The salary range for this role is $73,400 – $90,700 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review the Position Description.

Student and Scholarly Services (SaSS) was established to strengthen the integration of student-facing services and improve effectiveness across the student journey.

Career Development and Employability Services (CDES) supports students to become career-ready graduates through innovative programmes, personalised career support, employer engagement initiatives, and employability education. The team works collaboratively across the University and with external partners to enhance graduate outcomes and support students from diverse backgrounds to achieve their career aspirations.

You will be a passionate and student-centred career development professional with a commitment to equity, inclusion, and student success.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in career development, education, counselling, or a related discipline.
• Strong coaching or counselling experience with the ability to support individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills, including experience engaging large and varied audiences.
• Experience designing and delivering workshops, learning activities, and career development programmes.
• The ability to create engaging career resources using a range of learning technologies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with students, academic staff, and employers.
• Demonstrated experience working with culturally diverse communities.
• Knowledge of career development theories, coaching approaches, and career assessment tools.
• A strong understanding of graduate recruitment practices, labour market trends, and employability development.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity, and inclusive practice.

Experience working with tertiary students, learning management systems, web-based content creation, graduate recruitment, or career development programmes would be highly advantageous.

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services.

Closing date: 16/11/2026

Please reach out to Jodie Peterson - [e-mail] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz