Career Consultant; Seattle, WA & Portland

Overview

Career Consultant, Associate

The focus of the Career Consultant position is to provide individualized support and strategies for candidates in transition to help them identify career options and achieve a successful outcome. This could include a successful transition to a new position, making a career shift, pursuing an entrepreneurial path, or active retirement.

Location:

Seattle, WA & Portland, OR - Remote. While this role is remote, successful applicants must live within the geographical region stated.

• Assist candidates across a broad spectrum of career transition needs, including managing change, assessing skills and interests, defining career goals, identifying career options, guiding resume and Linked In profile development, interviewing, negotiating, and new job assimilation.
• Support candidates in moving forward with change by building confidence, assessing skills and interests, and developing a proven “best fit” career marketing plan aligned with the candidate’s experience, interests, and job market demand.
• Take a proactive approach to engaging, motivating, and guiding candidates in the use of LHH resources and technology tools.
• Demonstrate and share expertise in current job-related technology including Linked In, AI, ChatGPT, ATS, and Company and Business Research databases.
• Help candidates connect to jobs using LHH tools and resources, including referrals to LHH Recruitment Solutions, LHH Talent Finder, and Job Sites, all in accordance with governmental requirements.
• Provide coaching to help individuals during interviews and salary negotiations to confidently navigate the job search process and secure appropriate opportunities.
• Manage time and priorities related to individual program deliverables and requirements, candidate activity reporting, participation in customer projects (sometimes on-site), and engagement in LHH training and events when applicable.

• Preferred 8+ years of professional expertise in Career Consulting or related fields such as human resources, recruitment, career/leadership development, training, service/delivery operations, management consulting, or business leadership.
• Business/industry experience across diverse industries and populations in IT, financial services, pharmaceutical, healthcare, manufacturing, professional services, marketing, or hospitality.
• Strong job market expertise to assist individuals in assessing and identifying where their skills and experience may be a potential fit across various industries and/or job functions.
• Knowledge of Talent Acquisition strategies used by recruiters and hiring managers, including ATS systems, applicant sourcing, video screening, salary inquiries, interview types, and collaboration with recruiters.
• Agility in utilizing a variety of technology tools and resources including Zoom, Teams, online portals, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong service orientation with a passion for making a difference for individuals and a curiosity to learn about unique career/industry experiences to identify viable options.
• Able to prioritize and balance multi-faceted roles requiring coaching and empathy combined with strong technology and analytical skills.
• College degree preferred.

• Growth opportunities within a human resources global leader
• We prioritize learning to stay agile in an increasingly competitive business environment
• We foster an open-minded environment where people spark new ideas and explore alternatives
• Compensation: $37.50 per hour for Career Transition Consulting
• Benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Paid leave and holiday pay where applicable as required by law

LHH empowers professionals and organizations to achieve bold ambitions and secure lasting impact through advisory services and talent sources.

Our full suite of offerings connects solutions that are traditionally siloed, making LHH your single talent partner. We create value across the professional talent journey, from hiring great people and developing skills to nurturing leaders and advancing individuals in their careers.

We believe the future of work lies at the intersection of exceptional human care and innovation. Powered by science, technology, and proprietary data analytics, LHH’s approach aligns with your business strategy and culture, delivering measurable impact.

LHH has a team of over 12,000 professionals across 60+ countries and more than 50 years of experience. As part of the Adecco Group, we bring global excellence, local knowledge, and centralized coordination for thousands of companies and millions of people worldwide.

Recruitment. Development. Career Transition. LHH. A beautiful working world.

LHH is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.