Senior Administration Officer

University of Sydney; Sydney; Remote; AUD 97,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney, Sydney Pharmacy School, is seeking a Senior Administration Officer to join the professional services team on a fixed-term basis from January 2027 to June 2027 to cover staff leave. You will provide high-level administrative support, manage HR and financial processes, coordinate meetings and events, and ensure efficient service delivery to staff and stakeholders.

You will work closely with the School Manager and executive team, supporting reports, data summaries, and

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in business administration or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience providing high-level administrative and executive support in a large organisation, preferably in higher education.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service commitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the school manager and executive support team.
• Coordinate meetings, events, travel, agendas and minutes.
• Manage HR processes, leave management and policy enquiries.
• Support financial administration including invoicing, purchasing, budget tracking and reporting.
• Prepare reports, data summaries, and documentation to support decision-making.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Build relationships with staff across the faculty and university.

Skills

Executive support

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor or higher in business administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Invoicing systems

Finance software

Job description

## Senior Administration OfficerApply: Camperdown Campus: Full time: Posted Today: 0156484* **Full-time fixed-term opportunity from January 2027 to June 2027*** **HEO Level 6, Base Salary starting from $107,312 p.a. + 17% superannuation*** **Suitable as a fixed-term appointment or secondment opportunity for internal candidates*** **Join the Sydney Pharmacy School and play a key role in supporting operational and academic administration activities****About the opportunity**Sydney Pharmacy School is internationally recognised for excellence in education and research and is committed to delivering outstanding support services that enable academic and professional staff to thrive.The school is seeking an experienced and highly organised **Senior Administration Officer** to join our professional services team on a fixed-term basis from January 2027 to June 2027 to cover a period of staff leave. This opportunity is also available as a secondment for eligible internal candidatesWorking closely with the School Manager, the Senior Administration Officer is a key member of the Executive Support team and provides high-level administrative, operational and project support across a broad range of school activities. This role serves as a central point of coordination for administration, human resources, finance, facilities, events and stakeholder engagement activities, helping to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the School.The successful candidate will provide expert administrative support, manage complex enquiries and operational matters, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and maintain strong relationships across the Faculty, University and external stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys variety, problem-solving and working in a collaborative and customer-focused environment.**Key responsibilities*** Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the school manager and executive support team* manage a broad range of administrative activities, ensuring efficient and professional service delivery to staff, students and stakeholders* respond to complex enquiries and administrative matters, exercising sound judgement, discretion and initiative* provide advice and guidance on university policies, procedures and administrative processes* support school staffing and human resource administration activities, including assisting with hr processes, leave management and policy enquiries* coordinate meetings, events, workshops and conferences, including scheduling, logistics, travel arrangements, agendas and minutes* manage correspondence and ensure matters are appropriately prioritised, actioned and escalated where required* support financial administration activities including invoice processing, purchasing, budget tracking, travel acquittals and reporting* prepare reports, data summaries, presentations and documentation to support decision-making and operational planning* maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures* build and maintain productive relationships with academic and professional staff across the faculty and university* identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness* collaborate with administrative colleagues across the faculty and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and service excellence* undertake other duties commensurate with the classification level of the position.**About you*** Relevant tertiary qualifications in business administration or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of training and experience* demonstrated administrative experience within a large and complex organisation, preferably within the higher education sector* experience providing high-level administrative and executive support in a fast-paced environment* well-developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines* strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgement and initiative* excellent verbal and written communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality customer service* demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders* experience supporting financial administration processes, including purchasing, invoice management, expenditure monitoring and reporting* strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.* advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft office and administrative systems* experience working collaboratively within a team environment and contributing positively to workplace culture* a commitment to fostering inclusive, respectful and professional working environments.To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus. **Work Rights** You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. **Pre-employment checks** Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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. **EEO statement** At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. **How to apply** Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the **Apply** button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact **Rachel Yazigi** Recruitment Operations by email to **[e-mail].****Applications should include:*** A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role* A current resume/CV**For employees of the University of Sydney, internal applicants interested in a secondment opportunity are encouraged to discuss their application with their current manager prior to applying.** The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the Position Description for this role.**Applications Close**Sunday 18 October 2026 11:59 PM