Career Specialist (Job Application Strategist) at Thelix Holdings

At Thelix Holdings, our mission is to drive transformative change across diverse industries by strategically investing in education, healthcare, financial services, and tourism. We are dedicated to creating long-term value for our stakeholders by ensuring innovation, promoting sustainable growth, and empowering communities globally through impactful programs and cutting-edge solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Career Specialist (Job Application Strategist)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

About the Role

• We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Career Specialist to join our Professional Branding team. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping others succeed, understands the job search process deeply, and thrives in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment.
• This role plays a critical part in helping our students land cybersecurity jobs by executing strategic job applications, building recruiter relationships, and securing interviews on behalf of our students.

Key Responsibilities
Job Application Execution:

• Submit 15–20 high-quality job applications per day on behalf of assigned students.
• Tailor resumes to specific job descriptions with 85–100% ATS match rate.
• Research and identify relevant job opportunities across multiple platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, company websites, etc.)
• Track and document all applications submitted for reporting and accountability.

Recruiter Outreach & Relationship Building:

• Conduct direct outreach to recruiters and hiring managers on behalf of students.
• Build and maintain relationships with recruiters in the cybersecurity industry.
• Follow up strategically with recruiters to move applications forward.
• Secure minimum 10 interviews per month per assigned student.

Performance Tracking & Reporting:

• Document all job applications, recruiter interactions, and interview outcomes.
• Submit weekly performance reports to management.
• Meet or exceed KPIs consistently.
• Contribute to team performance reviews and strategy sessions.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with Branding Specialists to align job applications with student branding.
• Participate in weekly team reviews and training sessions.
• Communicate regularly with students about job search progress.
• Provide feedback to improve processes and workflows.

Performance Metrics

• 15–20 job applications submitted daily per student.
• 85–100% ATS resume match rate.
• Minimum 5 interviews secured per student per month.
• Timely follow-ups with recruiters (within 48 hours).
• 100% completion of weekly performance reports.
• Student satisfaction rating of 4.5/5 or higher.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or career services.
• Strong understanding of ATS systems and job application best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet daily metrics.
• Proficiency with LinkedIn, job boards, and applicant tracking systems.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Familiarity with cybersecurity roles (GRC, SOC Analyst, Compliance, Risk Management).
• Previous experience in recruitment for tech or cybersecurity positions.
• Experience working in a metrics-driven or quota-based environment.
• Knowledge of resume optimization and personal branding strategies.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online