Role Description
Weβre looking for an experienced and motivated Career Coach to join our Employer Services Team, supporting highly qualified clients seeking professional, managerial and senior-level opportunities.
Working remotely, you'll provide tailored coaching and guidance to help clients:
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Overcome barriers
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Strengthen their job search approach
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Progress into sustainable employment
Working closely with Employment Advisors, you'll support clients with:
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CV development
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Interview preparation
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Career planning
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Navigating professional recruitment processes
A key part of the role is understanding employer recruitment practices and labour market trends. Using this expertise, you'll provide practical career advice while:
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Building relationships with employers and recruiters
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Creating opportunities for clients
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Supporting informed career decisions
We're seeking a confident and proactive professional with experience in:
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Recruitment
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Executive search
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Talent acquisition
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A similar field
Most importantly, you'll be passionate about helping people achieve their career ambitions and committed to supporting individuals into sustainable employment.
Qualifications
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Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience
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Minimum of 2 years' experience in recruitment, executive search or a related role
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Experience supporting long-term unemployed jobseekers would be advantageous
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Understanding of barriers to employment, including mental health and motivation challenges
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Proven track record of achieving and exceeding targets in a performance-driven environment
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Positive, enthusiastic and solution-focused approach with a strong "can-do" attitude
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Genuine commitment to helping people achieve sustainable employment
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing demands
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Confident self-starter with excellent questioning, listening and influencing skills
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Good knowledge of the labour market and current recruitment practices
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Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems
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Self-motivated, target-driven and focused on delivering results
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Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
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Committed to continuous learning and professional development
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Flexible, adaptable and proactive in your approach
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Innovative thinker with strong problem-solving abilities and the confidence to think creatively
Requirements
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Provide specialist guidance and support to Employment Advisors and clients seeking professional, managerial and senior-level employment opportunities
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Work remotely with clients to refine job search strategies, overcome barriers to employment and achieve sustainable career outcomes
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Build trusted relationships with clients, helping them navigate recruitment processes and progress towards their career goals
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Work flexibly to meet the needs of the role, including occasional travel where required
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Take ownership of your professional development and participate in training and development activities
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Ensure all personal and sensitive information is handled in line with data protection requirements
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Adhere to company policies and procedures, including safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, quality assurance, health and safety, and IT security
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Contribute positively as an employee owner, supporting colleagues, clients and organisational objectives
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Undertake any other reasonable duties associated with the role
Benefits
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Competitive salary range of β¬40,000 to β¬50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
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25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
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2 Volunteer Days
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Company Pension Scheme
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Health Insurance Allowance
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Employer Paid Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
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Annual Salary Review
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Enhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Pay Arrangements
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Refer a Friend Scheme
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Free access to BenefitHub β an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, Life assurance, Cycle to Work scheme, Tax Saver Commuter Tickets
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Digital Gym Membership