Read this if you are looking for an amazing part-time job opportunity University of Manchester Careers Blog

Read this if you are looking for an amazing part-time job opportunity NB: Before applying you are expected to have experienced the Applications Advice service as a client and/or observed a session â€" your experience will form part of the interview.   Contact sarah.mallen@manchester.ac.uk What’s the job? The University of Manchester Careers Service is looking to recruit a number of Applications Advisers for Academic Year 2015-16, working as part of a busy careers team to provide 1-1 advice to students and graduates on their job application techniques. After training, you will provide applications advice to students and graduates during one-to-one appointments.   This includes content and format of their CV, cover letters, application forms, LinkedIn and personal statements for further study. Will there be training? Yes (and paid!) â€" see the full job advert for more details. What are the hours? Hours will vary according to levels of demand from students. Applications Advisers work half days: 9.15-12.45 1-4.30 or full days 9.15-4.30 (with half hour lunch break).  The ability to work flexibly is essential. This role is part-time, initially for the first semester with the possibility of extending into the second semester. What does the job pay? The rate of pay will be £9.11 per hour. Who are you looking for? The post would be particularly appropriate for a postgraduate student or someone who is similarly familiar with the undergraduate career search experience. This position is likely to appeal to someone with an interest in developing a career in human resources, recruitment or advice and guidance. Prior recruitment experience would be an advantage. Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience: The ability to manage your time and   client expectations A clear understanding of, and the ability to identify with, the undergraduate job search experience A strong commitment to excellent customer service High standard of written and spoken communication skills; including listening skills, the ability to relate to the student and show understanding, persuasion and good written presentation The ability to deal effectively with people, requiring tact, courtesy, empathy and patience An excellent command of the English language How do find I out more and apply? Applications Advisers Vacancy Advert 2015  (PDF) For further details/informal enquiries contact:  Sarah Mallen or Dominic Laing on 0161 275 2828 All Postgrad-highlighted Postgraduate applications jobs Part-time