We are seeking an experienced professional who is passionate about working with employers and alumni to enhance student employability. In this new role for the Careers Centre, you will have full responsibility for the strategic and operational management of the Opportunities Team, and make a major contribution to the leadership and management of the Centre.

You will also have an operational role working with employers and alumni in the UK and EU, engaging with our existing employer networks, and generating new partnership opportunities, as well as working with other Schools and Units within the university to ensure a joined-up approach to employer/alumni engagement. The successful candidate will also be actively seeking income generating opportunities, in line with the ‘Entrepreneurial St Andrews’ stream of the new university strategy.

Educated to degree level, you will have substantial experience of working in a higher education, commercial or recruitment role, as well as leadership experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to high quality service delivery.

Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Lorna Dargan (Director of Careers) email: dircar@st-andrews.ac.uk, Tel: 01334 462688.

This role does not meet the minimum requirements set by the UKVI to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.  Further information can be found at https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/staff/policy/immigration/.

Careers Centre
Salary: £40,792 - £50,132 per annum
Start Date: As soon as possible