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Head of Consulting CareersUniversity

Oxford Full time £56,623 - £65,336 a year
Posted 29 September 2026 Closing date 9 October 2026

37.5 hours per week, part-time considered.

Are you an experienced professional with a strong background in consulting, career development and business relationship management?

Saïd Business School is seeking a Head of Consulting Careers to work closely with senior leadership, employers and students to drive business development and career success in the consulting and professional services sector.

Reporting to the Director of Career Development, you will play a pivotal role in developing employer relationships, designing career programmes, coaching students and leading a dedicated team of career professionals. Your work will help ensure that Saïd Business School remains a top choice for consulting firms seeking world-class talent.

Key responsibilities:

Develop and execute strategies to attract top consulting and professional services firms to recruit from our talent pool.

Manage a team of Career Coaches and Sector Managers.

Deliver high-quality career skills training through workshops, coaching sessions, webinars and online content.

Provide one-to-one coaching and group sessions to prepare students for consulting career opportunities.

Research and share industry trends, employer insights and recruitment best practices.

You will have substantial experience in career guidance, coaching and training within a business school or corporate environment. Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy and adaptability, are essential for supporting individuals through career transitions. Additionally, a deep understanding of the consulting and professional services sector, including recruitment processes and career pathways, is crucial.

Further information on this role can be found in the job description.

At Saïd Business School we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to our team. Join us to build a brighter, more equitable future, where we celebrate diversity, advance equity, and nurture inclusion across everything we do.

We offer very generous benefits, some of which are:

Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays

Hybrid working

Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme

Discounted bus travel

Subsidised onsite catering

Cycle loan scheme

Plus, many other University benefits

All applications must include a CV, Supporting Statement/Cover Letter and Current Salary.

For further guidance and support, please visit https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply.

The closing date for applications is at 12.00 noon on Friday 9 October. First stage interviews likely to be w/c 19 October.

Are you interested in joining Saïd Business School’s talent pool and/or receiving our job alerts? Register at https://careers.sbs.ox.ac.uk/registration.aspx.

Contact Email: [email protected]

£56,623 to £65,336 per annum including the Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 per annum. Grade 9

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