Career Specialist

Company Description Elance Learning is India's most trusted commerce learning institute, focused on developing industry-ready finance professionals through globally recognized programs such as ACCA, CMA USA, and CA. Learners benefit from expert faculty with strong academic credentials and real-world industry experience, along with a learning environment that emphasizes practical exposure and applied skills. As a Platinum-Approved ACCA Partner, Gold CMA USA Course Provider (IMA Approved), Approved Partner of HOCK International, and Approved ACCA CBE Centre, Elance offers high-quality, career-relevant education. Through its comprehensive commerce ecosystem, Elance supports learners at different career stages, helping them build financial management, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities to succeed in modern finance roles.
Role Description The Career Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Cannanore, responsible for guiding learners in planning and progressing their careers in finance and commerce. This role involves conducting one-on-one career counseling sessions, facilitating group workshops, and helping learners understand various professional pathways such as ACCA, CMA USA, and CA. The Career Specialist will analyze learner profiles, interpret assessment results, and recommend suitable programs or development plans aligned with individual goals and industry trends. Daily tasks include responding to learner queries, providing ongoing support, collaborating with faculty and placement teams, and maintaining accurate records of counseling interactions. The role also includes organizing career events, building relationships with industry partners, and contributing to initiatives that enhance learner employability and placement outcomes.
Qualifications

• Strong career counseling and career development skills, with the ability to guide learners across different finance and commerce pathways.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills to engage effectively with learners, families, and internal stakeholders.
• Solid analytical skills to interpret learner data, assessments, and market trends for informed career guidance.
• Prior experience in education, training, placement, or counseling roles, preferably within commerce, finance, or professional qualifications.
• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Psychology, Education, Management, or a related field; advanced certifications in counseling or career development are an advantage.
• Knowledge of professional accounting qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CMA USA, CA) and current industry requirements in finance and commerce.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced academic environment, manage multiple learner cases, and maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.