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An Employment Consultant finds suitable applicants to match a vacant job position. You might advertise available positions and interview applicants. You might also carry out any necessary assessments or testing. Employment Consultants also work with employers to determine what they are looking for in an employee and may negotiate details like wages, leave and working conditions.
Employment Consultants need strong personal skills and you should be able to liaise with employers and job applicants. You should be very organised and have excellent time management skills. Employment Consultants need to be good communicators and be able to work with people from a range of backgrounds.
There is one course available for people who want to become an Employment Consultant.
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How about a career as an employment consultant? The CHC41115 Certificate IV in Employment Services will give you the skills you need to match employers with job seekers and help people advance their career. The course takes 12 months to complete and has a heavy focus on interpersonal skills, communication, and relationship building. You’ll graduate ready to work with a diverse range of jobseekers and employers. Enquire now for upcoming training dates and the list of study units..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Employment Consultant generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has remained stable in recent years. There are currently 26,800 people working as an Employment Consultant in Australia compared to 26,900 five years ago. Employment Consultants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as an Employment Consultant, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Employment Services. You’ll learn how to match employers with job seekers and develop your interpersonal, communication and relationship building skills. You’ll explore a range of strategies to help people advance their career.
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