About Trinity: Trinity is Irelands leading university and is ranked 87th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction Post Summary**:** The Careers Consultant will be responsible for leading on the provision of specialist careers education, information and guidance to students and recent graduates to enable them to realise their career potential and equip them with the skills to succeed in the workplace of the future. They will lead the direction and management of the relationship between their designated Schools/Disciplines and the Careers Service and will be responsible for the development and tailoring of course content and services to meet their specific needs and those of their students (undergraduate and postgraduate). Reporting to the Director of Careers (or their designate), the Careers Consultant will lead the development and implementation of strategically important plans and programmes related to careers and student employability across Trinity, and the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of related services (e.g., career guidance), activities (e.g., embedding careers in the curriculum and facilitating skills development), and initiatives (e.g., Trinity Career Skills Award). They will build and nurture productive working and professional relationships with internal (i.e., students, graduates, academics, professional areas) and external (graduate employers, public and private industry partners, not-for-profits, and government and professional bodies) stakeholders to advance careers and employability within the curriculum and enhance Trinity students career opportunities. They will use their specialist expertise and knowledge in careers, graduate employability, labour market trends and future skills needs to inform and influence the direction of relevant strategies, policies and programmes across the Service and the university. Post status: Specific Purpose Contract Your employment is for the specific purpose of filling a position on a temporary basis pending the return of the postholder from career break. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as the original postholder is expected to return. If the postholder does not return to work the post will be filled through open competition. Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 1 (Points 1-3), Salary Scale (€69,545 - €89,965 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. ( How to apply: In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) that specifically address the following points in their application. Applicants should clearly address their experience and how they obtained their knowledge in their application. Illustrate, through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and resolve problems. Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage. Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment. Any Applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Please see the Job Description below for this position. Informal enquiries about this post should be made toOrla Bannon - Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E: and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war. Trinity College Dublin is Irelands premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.