"Careers and Employability Coach"

Lead career learning embedded in core units across key disciplines

Coach students one-on-one and through engaging workshops and events

Work in a high-performing, values-led team with real student impact

Be Bold. Belong. Be More. At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you. A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you. You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

The Careers and Employability team at Southern Cross University plays a vital role in preparing students for life after university, supporting graduate success, employability outcomes and meaningful industry connection. Working within a highly regarded, collaborative team, you will partner closely with academics, industry and alumni to embed career learning across disciplines and ensure students are work-ready, confident and future focused.

As a Careers and Employability Coach, you will design and deliver high-quality, curriculum-integrated career development programs while providing personalised career coaching to domestic and international students. This is a highly student-centred role suited to a career development professional who enjoys variety, values collaboration, and is motivated by improving graduate outcomes at scale.

Working as part of a close-knit team across three campuses, you will balance one-on-one career coaching, workshop delivery, project work and industry engagement. You’ll act as a lead for allocated disciplines, partnering with academics to embed career development into core units in a way that is scalable, equitable and impactful for all students.

You will make an impact by:

Delivering one-on-one career coaching and recruitment advice to domestic and international students and recent graduates

Designing and delivering engaging career development workshops, lectures and curriculum-embedded learning experiences (online and face-to-face)

Partnering with academics as a discipline-aligned consultant to embed career learning into core units and programs

Building strong relationships with employers, industry partners and alumni to enhance student employability

Leading and contributing to careers events, projects and employer engagement initiatives

What you will bring

You’re a calm, collaborative career development professional with a talent for empowering students to achieve their goals. You work well in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment and enjoy partnering with colleagues and industry. Your student-centred approach ensures every interaction supports meaningful career outcomes.

To succeed in this role, you will also need:

A tertiary qualification in a relevant field, with substantial experience in career development

Professional-level membership, or eligibility for membership, with a Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA) member association

Demonstrated knowledge of labour market trends, career development theory and practice within higher education

Experience creating and delivering high quality face-to-face and online career education programs, workshops and lectures

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with academics, students, and external stakeholders

Experience in health-related disciplines, educational design, digital design or LMS platforms will be well regarded, but training and support will be provided for the right candidate

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

Full-time, continuing (permanent)

Located at Gold Coast, QLD 4225 preferred, with Lismore, NSW 2480 or Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450 also considered. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities

HEW Level 7. The base salary ranges from $108,361 - $117,660 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $137,662.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Be more with Southern Cross University today

Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.

Name: Leanne Baker

Email: Leanne.Baker@scu.edu.au

Applications close 11.30pm AEST 22 February 2026

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website.

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process reach out to jobs@scu.edu.au.

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