Applications are invited for the following position:
Title of Post: Employability Advisor - Cooperative Education & Careers Division
JOB SYNOPSIS
The Cooperative Education & Careers Division currently provides a comprehensive programme of career activities to students, including career information, advice, guidance and a number of career education initiatives. The Employability Advisor will also develop and deliver specialist careers supports for students with disabilities. The postholder will have particular focus on supporting students with disabilities across all employability support services. The role will have a particular emphasis on securing placement opportunities, at both undergraduate and graduate level, for students registered with the UL Disability Service. This will be achieved in a metric- and target-driven working environment. Duties will include the design and delivery of tailored career interventions to meet the needs of students and graduates with disabilities. These will include the provision of careers advice on an individual and group basis; the development of work-based programmes and the design of an employer mentoring programme. A key responsibility of this role will be to develop an effective network with regional development bodies and employer organizations to support the development of focused employability initiatives. In addition to working with students with disabilities, the post holder will also have responsibility for the delivery of the full range of professional careers advisory work within the existing programme of careers and employability activities delivered to all students. Significant work experience in career guidance, guidance, coaching or a related field (such as human resources or training work) will be important. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to deliver presentations to a high standard. A high level of energy, adaptability and motivation together with a working knowledge of information technology will be required.
Office of the Provost & Deputy President
Cooperative Education & Careers Division
Contract Type: Specific Purpose
Salary Scale: €60,428 - €85,916 p.a. pro rata
University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.
Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Mr Gavin Connell
Head of Careers
Cooperative Education & Careers Division
University of Limerick
Email: gavin.connell@ul.ie
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 5th September 2025.
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.
Please note your application must include:
A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online application form.
Are you currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland?
If you are not currently an EEA Citizen and have stated, you are currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland. You MUST upload a copy of your current Visa and Work permit in the attachments section application form, or your application will not be processed.
Please note your current work authorisation status must allow you to fulfil the terms of the contract on offer.
Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies