Career Coach / Job Search Consultant

Career Coach / Job Search Consultant (Remote in India)

About Randstad RiseSmart

RiseSmart is a dynamic HR Technology Company that provides cutting edge career transition solutions to help employers with their workforce strategy, and displaced employees with their career strategy. We pride ourselves on helping our clients get into their next job as quickly as possible. RiseSmart provides services to professionals in a large variety of industries and offers coaches the opportunity to expand their skill set, diversify their experience and be part of a collaborative team where their work is truly appreciated. Since 2007, RiseSmart has earned awards and recognition from more than a dozen organizations, including Bersin by Deloitte, Gartner Inc., the Brandon Hall Group and Best Workplaces for Women by Fortune magazine.

Job Description

RiseSmart’s Transition service is an alternative to traditional Outplacement - it is an effective and efficient transition management solution focused on what transitioning professionals need most : a new job. The Career Coach is responsible for supporting laid off employees with their job search via video, telephone and email. The Career Coach will also act as liaison to other RiseSmart service providers including resume writers, job lead specialists and technical support. In addition, the Career Coach is responsible for expertly coaching clients on their job search strategy and providing them services including mock interviews, interview preparation, offer evaluation and salary negotiation coaching, information on networking best practices and other support as requested.

Desired Skills

3 + years experience coaching professionals through all aspects of a job search

Diverse professional background including corporate experience (in addition to coaching background)

Bachelor’s Degree strongly desired

Experience coaching technical professionals strongly desired

Technical Recruiting background strongly desired

ICF certification is a must

Other Requirements

Excellent communication (written and oral), listening, multitasking and organizational skills.

Excellent rapport building skills – a “natural ability” to make clients feel cared about

Strong sense of empathy, positive outlook, ability to motivate others

Demonstrate a proficiency for managing administrative tasks crucial to being successful in the role, such as taking detailed notes and managing the coach dashboard.

Maintain efficiency and performance standards while delivering high satisfaction.

Personal Computer meeting specific requirements.

High Speed internet access (Cable or DSL; no satellite or dial-up)Windows 8 / 10, Mac OS Yosemite or above, Chrome or Firefox – latest browsers