Freelance Global Outplacement Coach - Canada

Talent Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of virtual outplacement services seeks a remote Career Development Consultant. The role involves coaching individuals and groups on job search strategies, résumé writing, and interview techniques. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in career development and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of business experience required.
• Expertise in virtual coaching delivery.

Responsibilities

• Guide participants through coaching and milestone completion.
• Advise on career development and transition issues.

Skills

Career Development

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Video Conferencing Tools

Instant Messenger Tools

Job description

THE COMPANY

Careerminds, a Career.io brand, is a leading global provider of virtual business-to-business outplacement services. Recognized as an Inc. 5000 “fastest-growing private company” for the past 3 years, Careerminds delivers a people + technology approach that is differentiated in our industry space. We have a strong global presence, competing in major markets around the world. And we are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive, inspirational, and innovative work environment. Come grow with us!

THE ROLE

Responsible for providing effective career development and job search consulting to Careerminds outplacement participants on an individual and/or group basis as directed.

This is a 100% remote, 1099 contract role.

THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes rapport with participants and motivates them to achieve goals.
• Guides participants through the coaching process and milestone completion.
• Advises and coaches on career development, transition issues, and career options.
• Coaches on résumé writing, effective marketing techniques, interviewing, and negotiating.
• Documents the service delivery record in the Career Management System (CMS) for each employee serviced, according to our pre- and post-engagement guidelines.

• Deliver other transition-related programs at the direction of a Manager.

THE MUST-HAVES

• Expertise in Career Development including Career Planning, branding, resume development, interviewing, networking, social networking, internet job search, etc.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of business experience and understanding of organizational structures, cultures, and decision-making processes.
• Expertise in virtual coaching delivery, and savvy with technology.
• A high-speed internet connection on a personal computer with reliable audio/video will be required. Must be comfortable using video conferencing tools, instant messenger tools (such as slack) and booking links.
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Excellent capacity to work with a wide variety of individuals from varied educational and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Excellent listener; must possess strong empathy and sensitivity to emotional reactions.
• Must be self-motivated and self-directed.

THE NICE-TO-HAVES

• Bachelor's Degree, specialized certifications, and/or higher degrees

At Career.io, we believe that diversity in thought and cultural background leads to better teams and stronger companies. We seek talented, qualified employees, regardless of race, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Talent Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Come join our team. Together, we’ll help others tell their career stories and land their dream jobs.