Associate Director, Global Student Insights and Intelligence

Uniglobalcareers; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 weeks paid parental leave

17% superannuation

Hybrid working options

Health and wellbeing programs

Study for Staff program discount

Affordable parking

Salary packaging

Job summary

The University of Queensland seeks an exceptional leader for the role of Associate Director, Global Student Insights and Intelligence. You will lead the Future Students and Admissions data and insights function, translating complex evidence into practical recommendations to shape recruitment and enrolment strategies, scholarship investments, and growth plans.

You will provide executive-level guidance, manage a specialist team, and collaborate with senior stakeholders across the University to

Qualifications

• Proven track record translating complex data into actionable recommendations.
• Experience providing executive-level advice and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical capability in a large complex organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead student insights and intelligence capability across the University.
• Provide strategic advice on demand, market conditions, forecasting and opportunities.
• Translate evidence into practical recommendations informing recruitment and enrolment strategy.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Forecasting

Data analytics

Executive advisory

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Job description

Australia — International Student Market

822K inbound students (2024) +10%

1. China 168K

2. India 128K

3. Nepal 57K

4. Vietnam 33K

5. Malaysia 26K

3 international branch campuses in Australia

Future Students and Admissions Full-time (100%) fixed-term position for an initial period of up to 5 years Based At our picturesque St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity The University of Queensland is seeking an exceptional strategic leader to join Future Students and Admissions as Associate Director, Global Student Insights and Intelligence. Reporting to the Director, Future Students and Admissions, this senior leadership role is responsible for leading the University's student insights and intelligence capability and providing strategic advice on student demand, market conditions, recruitment performance, forecasting and emerging opportunities and risks. Working across the University, you will translate complex data and market intelligence into actionable recommendations that inform recruitment strategy, enrolment planning, scholarship investment and long-term growth objectives. You will also lead a specialist team and partner with senior stakeholders to strengthen evidence-based decision-making and support UQ's strategic priorities in a rapidly evolving global higher education environment For more information about this opportunity, please view the appointment booklet HERE About You You are an accomplished leader with a strong track record of using data, intelligence and strategic insight to inform high-impact decision-making within a complex organisational environment. You bring significant experience providing executive-level advice, translating complex evidence into practical recommendations, and influencing senior stakeholders on matters of strategic importance. You will possess advanced analytical capability, experience leading forecasting and intelligence functions, and a demonstrated ability to navigate evolving policy, regulatory and market environments. Equally important is your ability to build trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups, lead and develop high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvement in analytical practices, reporting and governance frameworks. Experience within the higher education sector and expertise in market intelligence, student demand analysis, planning or business intelligence will be highly regarded. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available. Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, affordable parking, and salary packaging. Other Information Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion . We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who