Associate Director/Senior Associate Director (Team Lead, Early Careers Team), BI

About Us

Founded in the same year that Singapore gained independence, NUS Business School stands today among the world’s leading business schools. It is distinctive for offering the best of global business knowledge with deep Asian insights, preparing students to lead Asian businesses to international success and to help global businesses succeed in Asia.

For more than 50 years, NUS Business School has offered a rigorous, relevant and rewarding business education to outstanding students from across the world. That would not have been possible without a group of dedicated professionals who are passionate about building a positive environment to grow and groom future business leaders. And we are looking to add to our BIZ family!

To learn more about the NUS Business School, please visit https://bschool.nus.edu.sg/

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Team Lead to manage a team of career advisors. This role also involves student and industry engagement for both undergraduate (UG) and Master of Science (MSc) programmes, overseeing a student population of approximately 5,000.Reporting to the Head of BIZCareers, the Team Lead will be responsible for strategic industry and alumni partnership management, leading a high-performing team, enhancing career readiness of students, and ensuring data-driven decision-making and budget management.

Leadership and Management

• Provide effective leadership and direction to a team of career advisors
• Foster a high-performing, collaborative, and supportive team environment in a fast-paced setting
• Lead team meetings and professional development sessions

Strategic Industry and Partnership Management

• Identify key sectors to focus based on economic and job market analysis
• Focus on internships leading to job conversions and quality job opportunities
• Deepen relationships with top companies in each sector

Career Readiness of Students

• Lead the organization of major career activities and events
• Oversee the provision of personalized career coaching and advisory services
• Develop and implement career development programmes tailored to the needs of undergraduate and early postgraduate students

Data-Driven Reporting and Strategic Decision-Making

• Lead the collection, collation, and storage of data for analysis and decision-making
• Ensure systematic and accurate reporting for internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrate effective budgeting and financial management for workshops and events

Strategic and Effective Stakeholder Communication and Engagement

• Lead discussions and resolve operational issues with programme offices
• Present and communicate effectively with academic directors and the deanery
• Continuously evaluate and improve communication and engagement methods with students

Qualifications

• Minimum degree holder in a relevant field, preferably in business management-related specialization. A postgraduate degree is a plus
• Coaching and/or training certification has an added advantage
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in career services, career counselling or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in a supervisory or team lead role
• Proven track record of working with undergraduate, early postgraduate students and a diverse group of stakeholders
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate and respond to changing market conditions
• Excellent strategic planning, organizational, project management skills

(Appointment job grade will commensurate with the selected candidate's experience)