About Me
Guiding graduates and school leavers with clarity and confidence.
I am Jules, a results-driven Career Coach dedicated to helping the next generation navigate the early stages of their careers with clarity and confidence. With over twenty five years’ experience in corporate recruitment and specialised career coaching, I bridge the gap between education and the realities of the professional world.
Today’s early career job market is far more complex and competitive than many people realise. Talented young people often leave school, college or university with strong academic results, but little understanding of how recruitment really works, how to present themselves to employers, or how to stand out in a crowded field.
This is something I have seen first hand, not only through my professional experience but also as a parent. I have three young people of my own who have recently navigated these same challenges. Watching them and their peers go through the process made it clear just how underprepared many bright and capable young people are for the realities of securing their first role.
My mission is simple: to equip young people with the practical tools, insider knowledge, and confidence they need to successfully launch their careers. I also work closely with parents who want to support their children through this important transition, providing guidance that turns uncertainty into a clear and achievable path forward.
Our Core Coaching Modules
A comprehensive, structured curriculum designed to bridge the gap between education and your first professional milestone.
Career Direction & Sector Exploration
Helps graduates and school leavers understand where they want to go and why.
- Mapping interests, values, motivators, and working styles
- Overview of major sectors (finance, consulting, tech, public sector, creative industries, etc.)
- Role deep-dives: day-in-the-life, required skills, typical progression
- Identifying realistic entry points based on academic background and experience
Transferable Skills Discovery
Builds confidence and language for articulating strengths.
- Skills audit using academic, extracurricular, and part-time work examples
- Translating academic achievements into employer-friendly language
- Identifying gaps and creating a development plan
- Building a “skills narrative” they can use across CVs, interviews, and networking
Understanding Job Specs & Person Specifications
Teaches them how to decode what employers really want.
- Breaking down essential vs. desirable criteria
- Spotting hidden expectations (e.g., resilience, autonomy, commercial awareness)
- Matching their experience to requirements
- Creating a “role fit” summary to guide applications
CV & Cover Letter Mastery
Practical, hands-on creation of application materials.
- CV structure, formatting, and tailoring
- Writing strong bullet points using STAR/impact frameworks
- Cover letter structure and tone
- Creating multiple CV versions for different role types
LinkedIn Profile & Digital Presence
Optimises their online professional identity.
- Building a compelling headline and About section
- Selecting skills, endorsements, and recommendations
- Using LinkedIn for job search, networking, and content engagement
- Cleaning up digital footprint across platforms
Interview Skills (Competency, Strengths, and Motivational)
Builds confidence and structure.
- STAR and SOAR frameworks
- Strengths-based interview practice
- Handling difficult questions (weaknesses, failures, conflict)
- Mock interviews with feedback
HireVue & Video Interview Training
Addresses a major pain point for graduates.
- Understanding automated scoring and AI-assisted screening
- Practising timed responses
- Managing nerves, eye contact, and delivery
- Reviewing recordings and improving clarity
Psychometric Testing & Assessment Centres
Demystifies the process and improves performance.
- Practice tests (numerical, verbal, logical reasoning)
- Personality assessments and how they’re used
- Group exercises, case studies, and presentations
- Role-play simulations with feedback
Job Search Planning & Productivity
Helps avoid overwhelm and stay consistent.
- Weekly job search structure
- Tracking applications and follow-ups
- Understanding hidden job markets
- Balancing quality vs. quantity in applications
The Strategic Bridge to Your Professional Future
Shinka Career Coaching provides elite, structured guidance for graduates and school leavers. We empower the next generation to navigate professional transitions with clarity, confidence, and a strategic roadmap for success.
Success Stories
"Shinka Career Coaching helped me identify my core professional strengths when I felt lost."
"The mock interviews gave me absolute clarity and confidence before my assessment day."
"Understanding workplace expectations early was a game-changer for my first leadership role."
Liam Spencer
Michael Rivera
Charlie Renfrew-Knight
"Jules transformed my LinkedIn profile and CV, making my professional value clear to elite recruiters."
"The career direction modules helped me find sectors where I can actually thrive and grow."
"The mock interview practice was intense but incredibly helpful—I landed my first choice role immediately!"
Sophie Chen
Amara Okafor
James Bennett