Career Coach

As a Career Coach at HyperionDev, your responsibilities include delivering career development services, conducting one-on-one consultations, facilitating workshops, and providing tailored feedback on CVs and online profiles. You'll also support graduates in their interview preparations and monitor their progress as they transition into tech careers.

To be considered for the Career Coach position at HyperionDev, candidates should ideally have over 2 years of experience in either recruitment, HR, or a careers-advising role. Familiarity with the technical recruitment market and outstanding communication skills are essential. A relevant tertiary qualification is preferred but not mandatory.

The Career Coach at HyperionDev assists graduates in various ways such as helping them optimize their resumes and online profiles, conducting mock interviews, and providing insights into career planning. This support is tailored to each individual's career journey, aiming to improve their chances of securing employment in the tech industry.

Yes! At HyperionDev, we believe in nurturing our team's potential. As a Career Coach, you’ll have the opportunity for professional development, networking with industry leaders, and gaining exposure to various roles within the organization, all while contributing to impactful projects.

Graduates from HyperionDev have successfully secured roles in renowned companies across diverse sectors. Our partnerships with organizations like AstraZeneca and the UK's NHS demonstrate the quality of our bootcamps and the high demand for skillful tech professionals trained by us.

When coaching a graduate seeking a career change, I would first assess their current skills and identify transferable skills applicable to their desired role. Then, I would provide tailored advice on building their personal brand and preparing them for potential challenges through strategic planning and targeted workshops.

A personal brand is crucial as it represents an individual's unique skills and values in the job market. As a Career Coach, I would guide my clients on how to communicate their brand effectively across platforms like LinkedIn, ensuring they stand out to potential employers.

I stay informed about the tech job market by regularly engaging with industry news, attending webinars, networking with hiring professionals, and leveraging data from recruitment platforms to understand current trends and in-demand skills.

In mock interviews, I utilize realistic scenarios and tough questions that graduates may encounter. I focus on providing constructive feedback post-interview, emphasizing areas like body language, clarity of answers, and overall interview strategy to help them improve.

I would evaluate the success of my coaching sessions by tracking student progress and graduation rates, gathering feedback through surveys, and analyzing the employment outcomes of graduates. Continuous improvement would be based on this data to adapt and enhance my coaching techniques.

In a previous role, I worked closely with a student who was unsure about their career path. After assessing their skills and interests, I helped them develop a tailored job search strategy, leading to them landing their dream job in tech within three months.

Feedback is vital in my coaching methodology as it allows learners to understand their strengths and areas for growth. I encourage open communication and highlight the importance of feedback in refining their skills and boosting their confidence.

To assist a graduate struggling with interview anxiety, I would implement breathing exercises and visualization techniques, alongside mock interviews to build their confidence. Also, discussing common fears and providing strategies to cope with pressure can significantly help in reducing their anxiety.

I find tools like personality assessments and skill inventories particularly useful in coaching. They help identify strengths and areas for improvement, allowing me to tailor my coaching sessions according to individual learner needs.

I promote continuous learning by encouraging graduates to seek new certifications, attend workshops, and engage in networking events. Sharing resources for online courses and keeping them informed about industry advancements also plays a pivotal role in fostering a growth mindset.