Admission Advisor

Curtin University; City Of Canning; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtin University in Perth's Bentley campus seeks an Admissions Advisor to guide prospective students through the admissions process and support their study goals. You will join a fast-paced, service‑driven Admissions team committed to a positive student experience.

Responsibilities include evaluating applications, assessing national and overseas qualifications, advising on entry requirements and pathways, and contributing to system/process improvements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering high-quality customer service.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage time and deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and sound judgement to determine outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to prepare documentation.
• Desirable knowledge of undergraduate and postgraduate admissions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate applications for entry to Curtin courses.
• Assess national and overseas qualifications in line with university policies.
• Maintain knowledge and provide advice on entry requirements, credit for prior learning and pathway courses.
• Provide a customer-focused admissions advisory service to all stakeholders.
• Undertake projects to maintain and improve pathways, our application systems and processes.

Skills

Customer service

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Relationship building

Admissions knowledge

Job description

Curtin University is seeking an Admissions Advisor to join our dynamic and high-performing Admissions team.

In this rewarding role, you will work closely with prospective students, guiding them through the admissions process and helping them achieve their study goals. You'll become part of a collaborative, supportive and fast-paced team that is passionate about delivering outstanding service and making a positive difference to the student experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Evaluate applications for entry to courses offered by the university.
• Assess national and overseas qualifications in line with university policies.
• Maintain knowledge and provide advice on course entry requirements, credit for prior learning and pathway courses for applicants who not yet qualify for admission into their desired course.
• Provide a customer focused, quality evaluation and advisory service to all stakeholders on Admission requirements.
• Undertake projects required to maintain and improve pathways, our application systems and processes.

Who we are looking for:

• Proven experience in delivering high-quality customer service, with a strong commitment to client satisfaction.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to effectively manage time, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to use sound judgement to determine appropriate outcomes and actions.
• Great interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships across diverse teams and levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly and professionally convey information and prepare accurate documentation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in undergraduate and postgraduate admissions (desirable).

Role Requirements

• As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
• Successfulapplicantsare subject to a National PoliceClearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

Student Services

Student Services is the student administration centre of Curtin University, providing and coordinating administrative services to support both staff and students. Under the Student Management work area, the Admissions Office ensures the University selects the best students for its courses in an equitable, accountable and transparent manner.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact areessential to everyday life.First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.

For moreinformation,please visit ourDiversityandInclusionpage: https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This role attracts a salary of $85,781 - $93,836 per annum (G05), plus 17% employer superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrantBentleycampus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre,bus station, accessibleparkingand endless foodoptions including a supermarket.Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job.Curtin offersa wide range of generousbenefits, includingadditionalleave, salarypackaging, health and wellbeing services and anarrayofdiscountsfor retail, travel and much more.

For morereasons to work atCurtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Applications close:8.00pm(AWST), 16 October 2026

Late applicationsor applications received via emailwill not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agenciesat this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.