Professor of Practice in Finance

The University of Sydney Business School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Sydney Business School invites applications for a Professor of Practice in Finance, located in Camperdown. This 2-year fixed-term, 0.2 FTE appointment recognises distinguished senior industry leadership and pursuit of excellence in finance scholarship and practice.

You will bring deep industry insight, strong networks, and a track record of impact across capital markets, banking, and governance.

Qualifications

• Senior-level leadership experience in finance.
• Strong reputation in the finance profession.
• Ability to collaborate with industry and academia.

Responsibilities

• Provide thought leadership on developments in the finance profession.
• Support curriculum innovation and relevance to industry needs.
• Mentor students and oversee industry-connected educational experiences.
• Strengthen relationships with leading financial institutions and external partners.
• Foster collaboration between the School and industry for executive engagement.

Job description

• Join the University of Sydney Business School as a Professor of Practice in Finance
• Located in Camperdown
• 2-year fixed term (0.2 FTE) position with an attractive remuneration package

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney Business School is one of the Asia-Pacific region’s leading centres for business research and education. With a highly international outlook, more than 92,000 alumni, over 560 academic and professional staff, and more than 11,000 students from over 65 countries, the Business School delivers a comprehensive suite of undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education programs, including its globally recognised MBA.

The School of Finance is one of Australia’s leading finance schools, with a strong international reputation for research and education. The University of Sydney is ranked 2nd in Australia and 27th globally for Accounting and Finance in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, and 2nd in Australia and 42nd globally for Finance in ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2026.

The School of Finance is seeking to appoint an exceptional Professor of Practice who is recognised as a distinguished leader within the finance profession. This prestigious appointment is designed for an accomplished senior industry leader whose experience, influence and professional achievements have had a significant impact on the finance sector nationally and/or internationally.

As Professor of Practice, you will bring deep industry expertise, contemporary professional insights and strong external networks to the School. Working closely with academic colleagues, students, alumni, industry partners and other external stakeholders, you will help strengthen the connection between leading academic thinking and financial practice.

You will contribute to the School’s strategic priorities by:

• providing thought leadership on major developments and emerging issues shaping the finance profession
• supporting curriculum innovation and helping ensure our programs remain relevant to the evolving needs of industry and society
• contributing to student learning, mentoring and industry-connected educational experiences
• strengthening strategic relationships with leading financial institutions, businesses, government, professional bodies and other external stakeholders
• fostering collaboration between the School and industry, including opportunities for executive engagement, industry-led initiatives and knowledge exchange
• contributing to strategically important initiatives and new program development within the School
• enhancing the School’s national and international profile through engagement with industry, government, media and professional networks.

The appointment offers considerable scope for the successful candidate to help shape the role in accordance with their expertise, experience and professional networks.

About you (skills, capabilities and experience)

To be successful in this role, you will be a highly respected and accomplished financial industry leader with substantial senior-level experience in finance or a closely related field and a strong reputation within the profession.

You will bring:

• a distinguished record of leadership and professional achievement in the finance sector
• significant senior executive, advisory, entrepreneurial, regulatory or equivalent professional experience
• deep knowledge of contemporary developments affecting financial markets and institutions, which may include capital markets, investment management, banking, corporate finance, financial regulation, fintech, sustainability, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies
• strong professional networks and the capacity to build meaningful partnerships across industry, government, professional bodies and the wider community, nationally and internationally
• demonstrated ability to provide thought leadership and contribute to public and professional debate on issues relevant to the finance sector
• the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively to students, academics, industry leaders and other stakeholders
• a strong interest in developing the next generation of finance professionals through teaching, mentoring and industry engagement
• a collaborative and collegial approach, with a commitment to excellence, innovation, inclusion and impact.

Academic qualifications and prior university teaching experience would be highly regarded but are not essential. Professional standing, leadership experience and demonstrated impact within the finance sector will be central to the appointment.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

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