Salary Range: $176,000 to $181,856 plus superannuation. Salary is negotiable based on skills and experience.
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable About St Francis Xavier College St Francis Xavier College is a large co-educational Year 7-12 Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn with an outstanding reputation for leading excellence in education in the ACT. The College is committed to equity of access to, and sustained delivery of quality education for all students, maintaining a diverse representation of the broader community. Teachers in the College are expert practitioners in the design and delivery of the Australian Curriculum and ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS) courses. Teachers continuously attend professional learning and effectively utilise technology in the classroom. The College carries an outstanding reputation of leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching, attracting and teaching 1,350 students. About the Role St Francis Xavier College is seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Manager to join our Executive Team and lead the strategic management of finance, human resources, facilities, and governance. This is a pivotal role supporting the Principal in delivering the College’s mission and ensuring operational excellence across all non-teaching domains. Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership, including budgeting, reporting, and risk management.
• Oversee HR operations: recruitment, performance development, and staff wellbeing.
• Manage College facilities, capital projects, and asset maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, cyber security, and governance standards.
• Engage with stakeholders including the College Community Council and external partners.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven leadership experience in finance, HR, or educational administration.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Expertise in financial systems, reporting, and strategic planning.
• Ability to lead teams, manage change, and drive continuous improvement.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of Catholic education.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Be part of a values-driven Catholic school community.
• Lead high-impact initiatives across finance, HR, ICT, and capital works.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to shape the future of the College.
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and registration in a relevant field (CPA/CA, accounting, HR and/or Educational Administration) or demonstrated equivalent experience, knowledge, and skills within a similar role; and
• Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.

Application Process Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. Please note the Position Description (which includes the Selection Criteria) are listed our Careers Webpage. For further information about the College, please visit our website. Information about the CECG can be accessed here. Position-specific queries: Please contact Jennifer Madgwick on 02 6278 9040 or via email [email protected]
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email [email protected]