Employability and Careers Consultants (PGRs)

University of Exeter

  • Cornwall Exeter
  • £43,482 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 7 days ago
Education and Academic Services - Student Employability and Academic Success (SEAS) within the Directorate of Education and Student Support (ESS)Summary of the roleThis new part-time (0.4FTE) post is immediately available on a fixed-term basis until 31st July 2026.This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home.This role can be based anywhere in the UK, subject to agreement with line manager per business requirements. Working hours would need to be formally and mutually agreed.Organisational contextStudent Employability and Academic Success (SEAS) within the Directorate of Education and Student Support (ESS)SEAS resides within the Education and Student Support Directorate which is responsible for providing key education and administrative support activities that underpin the student experience.SEAS consists of professional services teams that provide a portfolio of educational activities to assist students with the development of their academic, professional, personal, career and employability attributes throughout their time at University, including global experience opportunities. Provision is delivered within the curriculum, and in collaboration with colleges and academic departments, through extra-curricular activity and through facilitating access to work and study opportunities on campus, across the UK and globally. SEAS colleagues work collaboratively in the delivery of such provision with students, academics, employers, business intermediaries, alumni, other professional services, University stakeholders and higher education partners. SEAS collates data for internal management purposes and contributes to mandatory data compliance reporting for Government and other external stakeholders.Doctoral CollegeThe University of Exeter Doctoral College brings together institution-wide support, training, and administration for all of our postgraduate and early career researchers. The Doctoral College works across all six Academic Colleges within the University as well as key Professional Services, to ensure that postgraduate and early career researchers have an outstanding start to their research careers.The Doctoral College is world-class research hub, committed to a vibrant research culture and community, to sector-leading training and development, and to providing outstanding facilities and resources.Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.The University of ExeterWe are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – and how we are for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as aOur Equality, Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentWe are committed to ensuring are available for interviews and workplaces.Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.We are proud signatories of the and welcome applications from service people.BenefitsWe offer some fantastic benefits including:
  • 41 days leave per year
  • options for flexible working
  • numerous discounts at leading retailers
  • onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
  • sector leading policies around
(up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy * stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautifulEducation and Academic ServicesFurther informationAny enquiries, please contact Dr Dawn Lees ( ) or Dr Chris Wood ( ).Job title Employability and Careers Consultants (PGRs) Job reference R78081 Date posted 28/08/2025 Application closing date 07/09/2025 Location Exeter / Cornwall (Hybrid) Salary Salary will be £43,482 per annum pro rata on Grade F subject to knowledge, skills and experience. Package Generous holiday allowances, flexible working, pension scheme and relocation package (if applicable). Contractual hours 14.6 Basis Blank Job category/type Admin, Professional, Managerial Attachments Job descriptionEducation and Academic Services - Student Employability and Academic Success (SEAS) within the Directorate of Education and Student Support (ESS)Summary of the roleThis new part-time (0.4FTE) post is immediately available on a fixed-term basis until 31st July 2026.This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home.This role can be based anywhere in the UK, subject to agreement with line manager per business requirements. Working hours would need to be formally and mutually agreed.Organisational contextStudent Employability and Academic Success (SEAS) within the Directorate of Education and Student Support (ESS)SEAS resides within the Education and Student Support Directorate which is responsible for providing key education and administrative support activities that underpin the student experience.SEAS consists of professional services teams that provide a portfolio of educational activities to assist students with the development of their academic, professional, personal, career and employability attributes throughout their time at University, including global experience opportunities. Provision is delivered within the curriculum, and in collaboration with colleges and academic departments, through extra-curricular activity and through facilitating access to work and study opportunities on campus, across the UK and globally. SEAS colleagues work collaboratively in the delivery of such provision with students, academics, employers, business intermediaries, alumni, other professional services, University stakeholders and higher education partners. SEAS collates data for internal management purposes and contributes to mandatory data compliance reporting for Government and other external stakeholders.Doctoral CollegeThe University of Exeter Doctoral College brings together institution-wide support, training, and administration for all of our postgraduate and early career researchers. The Doctoral College works across all six Academic Colleges within the University as well as key Professional Services, to ensure that postgraduate and early career researchers have an outstanding start to their research careers.The Doctoral College is world-class research hub, committed to a vibrant research culture and community, to sector-leading training and development, and to providing outstanding facilities and resources.Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.The University of ExeterWe are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – and how we are for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as aOur Equality, Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentWe are committed to ensuring are available for interviews and workplaces.Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.We are proud signatories of the and welcome applications from service people.BenefitsWe offer some fantastic benefits including:
  • 41 days leave per year
  • options for flexible working
  • numerous discounts at leading retailers
  • onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
  • sector leading policies around
(up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy

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