Overview
Senior Associate Director, Pathway & Careers Success – Business School Liaison is a role at IE University. The Pathway & Career Success Lead acts as a bridge between the Business School and Talent & Careers, ensuring the careers angle is embedded into academic programs. The role focuses on aligning student career journeys with program milestones, synchronizing strategy with Pathway Directors and faculty, and developing initiatives that improve employability, student satisfaction, and program rankings.
Why IE University
IE University has 50 years of experience and is founded by and for entrepreneurs. We emphasize disruptive teaching, high-level faculty with real-world experience, and a hands-on approach to learning. Our purpose is to foster positive change through education, research, and innovation, empowering students to make their mark on the world within a diverse, international community.
Our People
- People-driven
- Change Builders
- Autonomy Enthusiasts
- Communication Enthusiasts
- Knowledge Champions
Your role
As a Senior Associate Director, you will lead Pathway Development & Alignment, Career Success & Student Journey, and Initiatives & Partnerships to drive integrated career programming across the student journey.
Responsibilities
Pathway Development & Alignment – Collaborate with Sector Heads, Pathway Directors, and Vice Deans to create and implement strategies to improve student experience and career journeys. Develop career discovery events (e.g., Pathway Discovery Day, Alumni Panels) aligned with employability goals. Foster integration of Talent & Careers services within the academic journey, coordinating resources, fairs, or certifications.Career Success & Student Journey – Support Education Director on career readiness by creating career booster maps and guidelines for pursuing careers in strategic sectors (e.g., Finance or Consulting). Align career milestones (internships, fairs, mentoring) with academic calendars to maximize engagement. Organize student participation in employer-related events and ensure strong links to career readiness. Work with the Data Team to create initiatives that improve student experience and alignment between academic and market trends (e.g., student score card, pathway dashboard, 12Twenty Campaign). Coordinate with T&C Heads of the Program to design and implement projects.Initiatives & Partnerships – Collaborate with alumni mentorship programs and explore other initiatives and partnerships (e.g., IE Professional Clubs Mentoring program, international fairs and competitions). Ensure consistent messaging to students about employability and keep career as a top priority. Gather and analyze student feedback to drive continuous improvement in advising, events, and career programming.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Business, or related field preferred.3-5 years of experience in career services, higher education, employer relations, or program management.Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders.Excellent communication skills in English (Spanish a plus).Ability to analyze data, identify gaps, and propose structured improvements.Proactive, student-centered mindset with experience in international and diverse environments.Final required item : formaKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Effective coordination with Pathway Directors and program leadership.Successful design and execution of career-integrated initiatives (events, certifications, mentoring).Increased student satisfaction and engagement with career services.Positive impact on employability outcomes and program rankings.To apply or for more information, please apply through IE University careers portal.
Location and Type
Madrid - IE Tower, Segovia Campus, María de Molina, Pinar 18, VelázquezEmployment type : Full-timeSeniority level : Mid-Senior levelJob function : OtherIndustries : Education Administration ProgramsEqual opportunity statement : IE University actively promotes equal opportunities in recruitment processes and access to employment, ensuring no bias based on gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ethnic origin, or disability throughout the selection process.
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