Position Number: 3517382
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-Term - 12 months
Department: HR Services - COO
Salary: UOM 5 - $85,238 - $97,906 p.a. plus 17% super

• Support international talent acquisition / Ensure immigration compliance / Enhance global mobility experience
• Apply now to facilitate global mobility and support international talent at a world-class university
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As an Officer, Global Mobility at the University of Melbourne, you'll play a crucial role in supporting international talent acquisition and ensuring compliance with immigration regulations. You'll have the opportunity to enhance the experience of incoming staff and visitors, working closely with stakeholders to provide expert guidance on relocation, visa sponsorship, and mobility. This role offers you the chance to contribute to the university's global presence while developing your expertise in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Support Global Mobility Services: Assist the Senior Specialist and Senior Officer in delivering high-quality global mobility and relocation outcomes for the university and candidates.
• Provide Immigration Guidance: Help hiring managers, staff, and visitors navigate visa options and processes, liaising with migration agents as needed.
• Ensure Compliance: Support the implementation of compliance activities across all visa types to maintain integrity and mitigate risks.
• Contribute to Process Improvement: Assist in developing new processes and recommending enhancements to existing ones, promoting continuous improvement.

You may be a great fit if:
You are a detail-oriented professional with relevant experience in HR, recruitment, or immigration, possessing excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage sensitive information while working effectively with diverse stakeholders in a complex environment.

You may also:

• Have a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in HR, recruitment, immigration, or global mobility.
• Possess a strong understanding of international recruitment processes and employee lifecycles.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands.
• Have experience communicating effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Show a commitment to continuous improvement and problem-solving with a solution-focused mindset.
• Be adept at managing sensitive records and maintaining confidentiality.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team - Chief Operating Officer Portfolio (COO-P)
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) Portfolio enables quality outcomes for students, staff and partners by delivering University-wide services and operational support to meet the organisation's evolving needs and strategic goals. The portfolio also works in partnership with teams across the University to drive innovation, transformation and improved performance, within and across functions. It is responsible for the University's budget and financial performance, and the management of its property and capital.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods.

To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to [email protected]. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at [email protected].

Working at the University - what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Mick Powar via email at [email protected], ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: 19th June 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: 3517382 - UOM5 Officer - Global Mobility PD.pdf