• Based in the Enterprise Partnerships Unit within the City West campus
• Full-time, fixed-term contract until 30 June 2026
• Starting Salary: $112,143 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
• Various leave, flexibility, and salary packaging benefits

About you

You are an experienced business development professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You are a natural relationship builder who uses highly developed communication and stakeholder management skills to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, both internal and external. With an extensive network in South Australia, you possess strong organisation skills and commercial knowledge, with experience working and building relationships with people across diverse industries.

About the role

As the Manager: Business Development, you will work at the intersection of academia, government, and industry - serving as a vital link between Adelaide University and external partners. In this role, you will develop new partnerships and manage existing relationships across key sectors, both nationally and internationally. You will generate revenue from education and training, research and innovation partnerships with companies and relevant Government agencies. This is your opportunity to join the University at a pivotal and transformational time, as we shape the future of higher education through innovation and collaboration with our industry and government partners.

This role will oversee the following business development portfolios: Environment and Water, Food, Wine and Agriculture, and Energy, Resources and Mining.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

To be successful you will need

• Relevant undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications and experience working in Business Development
• Existing networks within relevant industries and strong commercial acumen
• Experience generating new business and managing strategic relationships
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Commercial and project management experience in a complex organisation

Why join us?

We value workplace diversity and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability.

Working at the University will provide you with a wide range of benefits. These include:

• High-quality professional development programs and activities
• 17% superannuation and salary packaging options
• On-site and discounted gym and fitness facilities
• Extra leave benefits

Be part of a University for the future!

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Henry Ferris, Consultant: Recruitment Central. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 7307. Please note applications will not be accepted via email and must be uploaded via the Working at UniSA Portal.

Applications close: Wednesday 13 August 2025

We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.