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University of Pennsylvania is hiring a Senior Associate Director, Career Advisor - Wharton MBA Career Management to guide Wharton students through every stage of the job search, from self-assessment to industry recruiting and final decisions. Reporting to the Director of Student Advising, the role manages industry-based Connected Communities, working with student clubs, alumni, student leaders, Career Fellows, and research centers. The advisor also keeps industry action plans current and joins project teams for special recruiting events.

Highlights

Lead career advising in large-group, small-group, and individual formats, including Advising Circles, office hours, and one-on-one appointments.
Guide students through self-assessment, career exploration, industry recruiting processes, and decision-making, referring them to tools and resources throughout the search.
Manage industry-based Connected Communities, partnering with student clubs, alumni, student leaders, Career Fellows, and research centers to support job searches.
Maintain industry action plans in the MAP (My Action Plan) platform by updating content, adding supporting data, curating external resources, and recording advice-oriented podcasts.
Write and distribute timely industry communications through networking platforms, club newsletters, and email.
Track industry trends and student interest, sharing what they learn with the team, students, and Relationship Managers.
Join project teams on technical platforms, initiatives for student sub-groups such as international students, and events like the Enterprise Recruiting Lab and alumni power dinners.
Requires a bachelor's degree and five to seven years of experience, previous managerial experience, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally.
Prior work in recruiting, job placement, or career coaching, or significant industry experience in fields like consulting, investment banking, or health care, is strongly preferred, along with an MBA or other graduate degree.
The posted salary range is $80,891 to $100,500 per year.

Senior Associate Director, Career Advisor - Wharton MBA Career Management Full Description

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Director of Student Advising, the Senior Associate Director (Sr. AD), Career Advisor manages industry-based Connected Communities. This includes working with student clubs, alumni, student leaders, Career Fellows, and research centers to support student job searches. They use various formats such as industry presentations, communications, industry events, and connectivity platforms to provide information about students' industries of choice.

Job Responsibilities

The Career Advisor conducts student Career Advising in the format of large group, small group, or individual sessions (e.g. Advising Circles, Office Hours, appointments). They guide students through all stages of the job search - including self-assessment, career exploration, industry recruiting processes, and decision-making. They refer students to tools and resources throughout their job search.

The Career Advisor manages action plans for their industries within MAP (My Action Plan platform). This includes updating the content relevant for job searching success, adding supporting data, recording and posting timely advice-oriented podcasts, curating external resources, and soliciting student feedback for content. They stay informed on industry trends and changes and communicate those to the team and students. They also track student interest and keep their Relationship Managers(s) informed of learnings. The Career Advisor writes and distributes timely communications for their industries, leveraging various networking platforms, club newsletters, and email.

Lastly, the Career Advisor participates on project teams. This includes workstreams such as technical platforms, initiatives for sub-groups of students (e.g. internationals, satisfied/dissatisfied students, recruiting ACEs), and special events (Enterprise Recruiting Lab, alumni power dinners, career consultant for the day).

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
MBA or other graduate degree strongly preferred
Prior work experience in recruiting, job placement, career counseling or coaching and/or significant industry experience in one or more of the following industries: Consulting, Consumer Products, Diversified Financial Services, Energy, Health Care, Hedge Funds, Investment Banking, Investment Management, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Private Equity, Public Interest, Real Estate, Retail, Technology / Telecom, Travel & Hospitality, Venture Capital, Entrepreneurship strongly preferred.
Highly motivated and dedicated individual with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Previous managerial experience required, along with an ability to work as a strong team player.
Ability to interact across multiple levels, and willingness to go above and beyond in order to achieve the required goals.
Deep knowledge of business and business careers, and strong written and oral communication skills, are essential.
Ability to travel, both domestically and internationally.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Wharton School

Pay Range

$80,891.00 - $100,500.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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Senior Associate Director, Career Advisor - Wharton MBA Career Management

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