Careers Adviser

Location: AAD - Careers Service, The Careers Service, 56 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 6PA

Contract: Full-time, fixed-term until 31 July 2029

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Careers Adviser to join one of the UK’s most innovative university careers services.

You will support students in making informed career decisions through one-to-one guidance, workshops and tailored careers programmes. Working with colleagues and employers, you will develop engaging resources, build sector expertise and contribute to innovative initiatives supporting students, researchers and alumni.

About You

You will have:

• A degree in any discipline and substantial professional experience in any sector.
• Experience in careers guidance, graduate recruitment, professional development or a related field.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• The ability to build rapport, understand individual motivations and provide effective careers guidance.
• A proactive, collaborative approach, with enthusiasm for developing initiatives, building networks and supporting career development in higher education.

What We Offer

The University offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• 38 days’ annual leave, including public holidays.
• Generous family leave and flexible/hybrid working opportunities.
• Excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Sustainable travel benefits and access to University cultural, social and sporting facilities.

The role meets Skilled Worker visa sponsorship criteria, with visa and NHS surcharge costs covered for eligible applicants.

How to Apply

Please submit a supporting statement (maximum 1,000 words), CV (maximum two A4 pages) and details of two referees.

Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 16 November 2026
Assessment day: Thursday 26 November 2026 (in person)

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