Enterprise Engagement Consultant

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous paid leave including parental

Up to 17% employer paid superannuation

Salary packaging available

Incremental progression after 12 mos.

Up to 25% discount on eligible UWAfull

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Western Australia is offering a full-time, fixed-term 12-month position in Business Development and Industry Engagement. This role focuses on supporting Australian Defence Force veterans to thrive in higher education and careers, and building strategic partnerships across defence, government and veteran communities.

Acting as the primary contact for veteran students, you will negotiate and manage partnership agreements and contribute to UWA's enterprise engagement framework.

Qualifications

• ADF veteran with understanding of military culture and transition.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders including students, industry and government.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills.
• Capable of working independently within a collaborative team environment.
• Experience in student support, industry engagement or workforce development.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for prospective and current veteran students.
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with defence industry organisations, veteran support agencies and community stakeholders.
• Lead negotiation and management of partnership agreements and coordinate bespoke engagement programs.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Relationship building

Advocacy

Independent work

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Business Development and Industry Engagement

About The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four...

• Play a pivotal role in supporting Australian Defence Force veterans to thrive in higher education and meaningful careers.
• Build high-impact partnerships across the defence industry, government and veteran communities to create student employability and workforce development opportunities.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $108,413 – $120,287 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of Enterprise Education connects The University of Western Australia’s academic community with industry, government and community partners to create impactful education, employability and lifelong learning opportunities. The team leads industry-engaged education, experiential learning, education partnerships, entrepreneurial initiatives and workforce-focused programs that help students and graduates succeed in a rapidly changing world.

Within this environment, the Enterprise Engagement team develops and manages strategic partnerships that enhance student outcomes, strengthen industry connections and deliver lasting value to the broader Western Australian community.

About the opportunity

• Act as the primary point of contact for prospective and current veteran students, providing tailored support, advocacy and guidance throughout their university journey.
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with defence industry organisations, veteran support agencies and community stakeholders to create employability, workforce development and industry-connected learning opportunities.
• Lead the negotiation and management of partnership agreements, coordinate bespoke engagement programs and contribute to the growth and success of UWA’s enterprise engagement framework.

About you

• Australian Defence Force veteran with a strong understanding of military culture, service life and the transition challenges experienced by serving and former ADF personnel.
• Demonstrated experience building trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders, including students, industry partners, government agencies and community organisations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to deliver client-centred advice, support and successful partnership outcomes.
• Experience coordinating complex initiatives, managing competing priorities and working independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience in student support, industry engagement, education, community engagement, workforce development or a related field.

Note: As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 23 November 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.