(Belgian Dutch) Freelance Global Outplacement Coach

Talent Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 73,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Self-employed freelance basis

Job summary

Careerminds is seeking an experienced outplacement coach to guide participants through career development and job search, primarily on a remote freelance basis. You will support CV preparation, networking, interview prep and negotiations, while recording progress in our CMS and delivering additional programs when needed.

Applicants should have 7–10 years of HR-related experience, strong English skills, and comfort with video conferencing and online collaboration tools.

Qualifications

• Practical HR experience with Belgian restructuring processes.
• Expertise in career development and CV/workshop guidance.
• 7–10 years of professional experience in HR or related roles.
• Strong English language capability for international collaboration.
• Experience with remote coaching and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Coaches participants individually or in groups through outplacement.
• Guides career development, job search strategies and negotiations.
• Records coaching progress in CMS according to service obligations.
• Distributes additional career transition programs as needed.
• Liaises with Belgian labor market stakeholders and international team.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Independent work

Remote coaching

Digital tooling proficiency

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Slack

Scheduling tools

Job description

Location: Belgium

THE COMPANY

CareermindsCareerminds is a leading provider of outplacement, talent development and coaching solutions. We help organizations guide their employees through change while simultaneously fostering talent development and internal and external mobility. Our offering includes leading outplacement and coaching solutions, as well as Progression, our application for career frameworks and career planning.

DE ROL

The outplacement coach guides participants in Careerminds' outplacement programs individually and/or in groups in their career development and job search.

This is a freelance assignment on a self-employed basis, which is carried out entirely remotely. Candidates must be legally able to offer services as self-employed from their country of residence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Builds strong relationships of trust with participants and creates a supportive and motivating coaching environment.
• Guides participants throughout their complete outplacement journey and helps them set clear objectives, maintain their momentum and make progress in their professional development.
• Provides personalized guidance on career orientation, career transition questions, managing change, processing job loss, career choices and decision-making.
• Supports participants in their professional positioning and personal branding, preparing their CV, building their network, their job search strategy, job interviews, evaluating opportunities and negotiations.
• Accurately records the coaching of each participant in the Career Management System (CMS), in accordance with our service obligations.
• Provides and facilitates, where necessary, additional programs around career transition, both individually and in groups.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Shares expertise on the Belgian labor market and restructuring, in particular in the areas of workforce reductions, collective dismissals, voluntary departure arrangements and social plans.
• Supports the international team in identifying and integrating Belgian requirements, practices and specific characteristics in the design and implementation of outplacement programs.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to support the implementation and ongoing alignment of specific Belgian outplacement requirements.
• Preferably brings knowledge of restructuring practices and termination of employment contracts in other European countries.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Practical HR experience and thorough knowledge of restructuring processes in Belgium, including the consultation and representation bodies involved such as the works council, the CPBW and the trade union delegation.
• Expertise in career development, including career planning, personal branding, CV formatting, job interviews, networking, social media and online job searching.
• At least 7 to 10 years of professional experience and a good understanding of organizational structures, business cultures and decision-making processes.
• Excellent command of English, as the role involves close collaboration with numerous international stakeholders.
• Experience with remote coaching and smooth handling of digital tools.
• A fast internet connection and your own computer with reliable audio and video equipment. Familiarity with video conferencing tools, instant messaging (such as Slack) and scheduling tools is required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• The ability to work smoothly with people from diverse backgrounds, education levels and socioeconomic contexts.
• Excellent listening skills, strong empathy and genuine sensitivity to emotional responses.
• Strong motivation and the ability to work independently.

ADDITIONAL ASSETS

• A master's degree or equivalent level, specialized certifications and/or advanced diploma.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Careerminds, we believe that diversity in perspectives and cultural backgrounds contributes to stronger teams and stronger organizations. We are looking for qualified talent, without discrimination based on, among others, race, color, sex or gender (including pregnancy, gender identity and gender expression), national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable national or local law. Careerminds is proud of its policy as an employer offering equal opportunity.

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