Senior Manager, Strategic Recruitment Programs

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Sydney is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Projects to lead a portfolio of strategic domestic recruitment projects and events. You will oversee delivery, provide leadership to professional staff, and build strong stakeholder relationships across the University.

This fixed-term opportunity supports enrolment and diversity objectives and requires an experienced people leader who can navigate complexity and deliver outcomes in a large, multifaceted environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading complex programs or portfolios in large organisations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management across levels of an organisation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to brief diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, delivery and evaluation of strategic domestic recruitment, access and outreach initiatives.
• Manage a portfolio of complex projects and events aligned to priorities.
• Provide leadership, coaching and direction to a team of professional staff.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders to drive engagement and shared objectives.
• Oversee governance, reporting, risk management and resource planning for delivery outcomes.

Skills

People leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Communications/Marketing/Project Management

Job description

University of Sydney is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Projects to lead a portfolio of strategic domestic recruitment projects and events. You will oversee delivery, provide leadership to professional staff, and build strong stakeholder relationships across the University.

This fixed-term opportunity supports enrolment and diversity objectives and requires an experienced people leader who can navigate complexity and deliver outcomes in a large, multifaceted environment.