Get Started Hiring For Career Counsellor at Bengaluru, Karnataka Full Time

We are an early-stage startup with a small team, so you’ll be building things from the ground up. This is a paid full-time and in-office position; apply only if you can work for at least 6 months. As we are an edtech startup you might also have to be involved in the course building, supporting & taking the classes.

This is based in Bengaluru (Bangalore), India. If you are selected, you’ll have to work from one of our offices on MG Road or Indiranagar. You can also apply if you are restarting your career.

Who are we looking for: Career / Student Counsellor

General Purpose:
The Career Counselor is responsible for providing career guidance and support to individuals seeking assistance with career development and job search. They will work closely with clients to assess their skills, interests, and career goals, and provide guidance on job search strategies, interviewing techniques, and resume writing..

Key Job Tasks and Responsibilities:
Provide career guidance and support to individuals seeking assistance with career development and job search

Assess clients’ skills, interests, and career goals and provide guidance on job search strategies, interviewing techniques, and resume writing

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and interactions

Develop and deliver career workshops, seminars, and training sessions

Collaborate with other teams, such as academic and administrative, to ensure that student needs are met

Network with employers and organizations to develop job opportunities for clients

Provide guidance on career-related topics such as networking, career advancement, and professional development

Stay current with job market trends and changes in the industry

Provide support to clients with diverse backgrounds, such as veterans, people with disabilities, and immigrants

Requirements

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Marketing or a related field

MBA or any relevant master’s degree is a plus

1+ years of experience in support or a related field

Fresher or 1-2 years of experience is acceptable from a top college

Required Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Required Skills/Experience/Characteristics:
Ability to effectively convey complex ideas in an easy-to-understand manner

A scrappy, entrepreneurial attitude that gets high-quality projects done quickly.

Knowledge of MS Office / Google Drive (Docs), Internet Browsing, Social Networks, Web-based tools, etc…

Strong research and brainstorming skills are required to produce highly creative and unique content

Must have a natural flair for writing & be able to deliver content that perfectly works for the Web

Write exceptional content, original, grammatical-error-free, technically/conceptually authentic

A strong presence on social media and Experience with social media properties

Base-level understanding of search engine optimization and keyword usage

Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines

Key Competencies:
Good written and oral communication proficiency in English

Should be conversant in your regional language and Hindi would be added advantage

‘Getting Things Done’ is the mantra of your life and Goal driven

Adaptability, Persuasiveness, Resilience and tenacity and Stress tolerance

Demonstrate the ability to Multitask and Prioritise

Flexible to work in a team as well as independently

Adaptable to workplace changes and open to flexible work timings

Qualities we are looking for

Imaginative and curious (about almost everything!)

Quick to grasp new concepts and learn new skills

The ability to communicate the rationale for ideas

Exceptional visualisation skills and an eye for details

Provide and accept constructive feedback

Thirst for knowledge and a strong desire to grow

Not to worry, even if you don’t have all these key skills or education. If you are curious, enthusiastic and willing to learn, we would love to hear from you. We don’t care how old you are, how much experience you’ve had, where you went to school or where you have worked. We DO care about how passionate you are and what you have done though!

You don’t have to be a complete professional; we also welcome initiative-taking students who want to collaborate with us.

We’re looking for genuinely interested people who are good not just for right now, but for the long term.

If you are still reading at this point, then you’re probably someone we want and we want to get to know you better!

Interview process

We don’t have a complicated multi-level process like corporates. But we do have 2-3 rounds to filter good talent. 1-2 rounds of online interviews, and one round of In-person interviews. Also, there will be a small writing exercise/assignment component as part of the interview process.

As it’s not a walk-in please do not visit our office location until you get selected through the Interview Process.

How to Apply?

If this sounds exciting to you, then come work and grow with us. Click on the “Apply for this job” button below the post. Apply with your latest resume/details along with a cover letter. Kindly also include links to past work or portfolio as appropriate.

Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

If you want to refer someone who is suitable for this job, please send the link to this job post and ask them to apply here.

Benefits

Salary / Stipend

Experience Letter/ Internship Certificate

Letter of Recommendation

Flexible Work Hours

Free Personal Domain Name & Website

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