Career Advisor, Industry

Job title:

Career Advisor, Industry

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

Date Posted: 08/15/2024
Req ID: 39293
Faculty/Division: Joseph L. Rotman School of Management
Department: Rotman Commerce Career Centre
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00051349Description:About us:The Rotman School of Management is part of the University of Toronto, a global centre of research and academic excellence at the heart of Canada’s commercial and financial capital. Rotman is a catalyst for transformative learning, insights and public engagement, bringing together diverse views and initiatives around a defining purpose: to create value for business and society. We make a fundamental promise – Here’s where it changes – to our students, our partners and the broader community. Everyone at Rotman, faculty and staff, plays a role in bringing that promise to life.Your opportunity:The Rotman Commerce program is offered jointly by the Rotman School of Management and the Faculty of Arts and Science. It is a highly respected, highly competitive program within the business, financial and academic communities. Rotman Commerce serves approximately 3,200 in-program undergraduate business students aswell as over 17,000 graduates of the Bachelor of Commerce program. Rotman Commerce offers its students a rich and rigorous academic program alongside ample opportunities to develop themselves personally and professionally.As the Career Advisor, Industry, you will work with a team of career service professionals to ensure students and recent alumni are prepared to enter the job market with confidence and a solid understanding of how their strengths, values and interests are coherent with their identity and program of study. You will be responsible for the development of quality, high-level external partnerships within an industry sector in order to provide the highest quality career development services to students.Yourresponsibilities will include:

• Advising and coaching students on developing career-related goals; coaching conversations may include job search, industry research, networking strategies, building a resume and cover letter, interview preparation and other employment options and strategies
• Developing and implementing programming to foster students’ individual career development process; reviewing and assessing feedback received from workshops, programming and appointments
• Keeping well-informed on industry best practices and trends by conducting market research and analysis to uncover employment opportunities
• Promoting programs and service offerings to internal and/or external contacts, including employer jobs and engagement with students
• Partnering with employers to support their Early Talent recruitment strategies, leading to establishing activities that best meet student learning needs
• Analyzing and recommending actions to increase student/ employer visibility; implementing plans and process improvements for employer engagement activities
• Fostering cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts; identifying and maintaining relationships with potential and existing employers and corporate partners
• Document stakeholder interactions for future reference and ensure the Rotman Commerce Portal is well maintained

Essential Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent education and experience
• Minimum five (5) years full-time, relevant, progressively more senior experience
• Previous work experience in Financial Services industry is preferred
• Experience facilitating and presenting; experience in coaching or advising (preferable within a university setting)
• Experience in career services or campus recruitment required
• Ability to utilize technology, including social media, as an education tool
• Experience in corporate relations or serving in a client facing capacity
• Demonstrated written, oral and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills; ability to handle a variety of projects, deadlines and schedules simultaneously and under minimal supervision
• Collaborative team approach and positive attitude
• Outstanding customer service focus and the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people at different levels of the University and with external stakeholders is essential
• Possesses a deep, as well as broad, understanding of an assigned market sector and career options within a sector; understanding of career trends and opportunities
• Must have a good understanding of business students and employment markets
• Demonstrated decision-making skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Tact, discretion, and sensitivity to confidential matters
• Strong computer skills; sound working knowledge of MS Office; experience with databases and Content Management Systems
• Ability to work outside of normal office hours for event support

Assets (Nonessential):

• Career coaching certification
• Experience working with post-secondary students in a university environment
• Experience or knowledge in business communities such as finance, accounting, management, or marketing
• Valid driver’s license and access to a motor vehicle

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Communicator
• Diplomatic
• Intuitive
• Patient
• Possess a positive attitude
• Team player

Notes:This is a term to October 2025This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the .Closing Date: 08/25/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget – Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 14 — $90,056. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $115,169. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Student Services
Recruiter: Jen SalernoLived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Expected salary

$90056 per year

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 22:32:03 GMT

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