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Career Services Advisor

HEW Level 6

16 February 2026 11:00pm AEST

Location

St Lucia Campus, Brisbane QLD Australia

University of Queensland

Type

Full-time fixed-term (100%)

Salary

$95,361 - $102,303 + 17% Super (HEW 6)

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in business/economics/law/HR
Experience in talent acquisition/HR/L&D
Design/deliver career workshops & events
Employability trends & recruitment knowledge
Support international students
Project coordination & improvement
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Career Services Advisor

About This Opportunity

As a Career Services Advisor, you will deliver a diverse range of career services and employability activities for students in the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (BEL). Working as part of a small, collaborative team, you will partner with key Faculty and University stakeholders to support students’ career development and global employability.

The role involves delivering career development learning for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including international cohorts, through tailored career advice, workshops, events and resources. You will engage with academics, industry, alumni and student groups, contribute to strategic initiatives, and support the development of promotional content across digital and print channels.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Design and deliver a diverse range of career development services, including workshops, consultations, virtual events, online resources and mock recruitment activities
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with industry, employers, alumni, students and academic partners to support high-quality employability initiatives
  • Lead and manage co-curricular employability programs, ensuring effective coordination, compliance, systems management and reporting
  • Monitor employability and recruitment trends and contribute to continuous improvement through data insights, stakeholder feedback and targeted marketing content

Salary and Position Details

Full-time (100%), fixed-term position. Base salary will be in the range $95,361.61 - $102,302.91 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6). Based at our vibrant and picturesque St Lucia Campus.

About You

  • Qualifications and training equivalent to an undergraduate degree in business, economics, law, human resources or a related discipline, with experience in talent acquisition, human resources, learning and development or similar fields
  • Proven ability to collaboratively design and deliver engaging face-to-face and online co-curricular and extra-curricular learning experiences that support students’ employability and professional development
  • Strong understanding of university degree structures, graduate employability trends and emerging recruitment practices, and their impact on career readiness
  • Demonstrated capability to support the employability needs of international students across Australian and global labour markets, with cultural awareness and effective industry and stakeholder engagement highly regarded
  • Ability to manage a varied workload with autonomy and flexibility, coordinate multiple projects, and contribute to continuous improvement of team processes while working collaboratively

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

  • Resume
  • A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Applications close 16th February 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-60824).

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Career Services Advisor role?

Candidates need qualifications equivalent to an undergraduate degree in business, economics, law, human resources, or a related field, plus experience in talent acquisition, HR, learning and development, or similar. Proven skills in designing engaging face-to-face and online career development programs are essential. See tips for academic CV writing.

📋What are the key responsibilities of this Career Services Advisor position?

Key duties include designing and delivering workshops, consultations, events, and resources; building relationships with industry, employers, alumni, and academics; managing co-curricular employability programs; and monitoring recruitment trends for continuous improvement. Focus on undergraduate, postgraduate, and international students in BEL.

💰What is the salary and employment details for this role at UQ?

Base salary range is $95,361.61 - $102,302.91 + 17% superannuation (HEW Level 6). It's a full-time (100%) fixed-term position based at the St Lucia Campus. Explore administration jobs for similar roles.

📝How do I apply for the Career Services Advisor job?

Upload your resume and a cover letter summarizing alignment with 'About You' criteria. Applications close 16 February 2026 at 11:00pm AEST (Ref: R-60824). UQ commits to inclusive recruitment. Use our free resume template and cover letter template.

🌍Does this role support international students or offer visa sponsorship?

The role requires capability to support international students across Australian and global markets, with cultural awareness valued. No mention of visa sponsorship; check UQ policies. Relevant for HR jobs in higher ed.

🔄What experience is needed for employability programs in this position?

Proven ability to deliver co-curricular and extra-curricular learning experiences supporting employability and professional development. Strong grasp of university degree structures, graduate employability trends, and emerging recruitment practices.
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