Senior Manager, Admissions

Student Journey

Continuing, full-time

$137,495 per annum (HEO10)

Plus 17% employer superannuation

Salary packaging options are available

20 days family and domestic violence leave available per annum

20 days gender affirmation leave per annum

10 days Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave per annum

5 weeks annual leave plus Christmas week shutdown, per annum

Armidale based role. Flexible or hybrid work arrangements available

Relocation assistance provided

Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position)

Acknowledgement of Country

The University of New England (UNE) is a regionally based, globally networked university renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. In addition, UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education.

UNE emphasises its people, staff and students' growth and development. We aspire to be a leader in innovation and change and a centre for the Armidale and the North-West communities.

Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to the core values of UNE and we are committed to engaging, supporting and growing a richly diverse workforce. From the Oorala Aboriginal Centre at the heart of our campus, to the inclusive organisations such as the UNE Ally Network, the UNE Women’s Society, and the many international cultural groups - all will feel valued and respected at UNE.

You will embody the UNE values and strive to be Open, Enquiring, Exceptional and Making a Difference. Additionally, you will be committed to achieving the goals embedded in the Future Fit Strategic Plan 2021-2030.

About the role

The Senior Manager, Admissions is a senior leadership position accountable for overseeing and enhancing transforming and leading UNE’s admission and credit services at an institutional level. Reporting to the Director Student Services, you will conceptualise and implement major strategic initiatives that reshape admissions policy and drive University-wide change. This role requires you to lead high-performing teams while building strategic partnerships with government bodies, other universities, and education sector stakeholders to position UNE at the forefront of admissions innovation. You will be responsible for setting longer-term performance objectives, managing substantial budgets with appropriate financial delegation, and authorising significant operational decisions within the University’s Delegations of Authority. Your expertise will drive data-informed transformation initiatives – including AI-enabled admissions systems and automated credit pathways – while ensuring regulatory compliance and optimising student outcomes. Through high-level liaison with internal and external stakeholders, you will develop and implement programs that fundamentally impact the University’s operations, student experience, and market position, with accountability for achieving strategic enrolment targets and institutional growth objectives.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Strategic leadership expertise with proven ability to conceptualise and implement institutional-level policies, drive transformational change, and achieve University-wide objectives while maintaining operational excellence.

Exceptional people leadership demonstrating accountability for building high-performance cultures, leading complex organisational change and developing strategic capability across multiple teams.

Advanced stakeholder engagement skills to influence and negotiate with senior executives, government bodies and sector partners while driving cross-functional collaboration for institutional outcomes.

Sophisticated analytical capability to synthesise complex data into strategic insights, set long-term performance frameworks, and make evidence-based decisions that impact University positioning and growth.

About the Portfolio

The Student Journey portfolio is responsible for all aspects of the student experience at UNE to ensure quality of provision from enrolment to graduation and what follows. Through institutional collaboration the Division supports the University's strategy, in ensuring all UNE students and UNE graduates have an experience which supports and enables their academic success and future life course progress

About Armidale

Armidale is an attractive and vibrant city that combines all the features of a bustling regional town centre with the tranquility of rural living. It boasts gourmet restaurants and cafes, boutique shopping, quality schools and sporting facilities. Surrounded by mountain gorges, waterfalls and national parks, Armidale’s natural beauty and distinct seasons make it an ideal place to live and thrive. To find out more, visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience

Enquiries and additional information

To discuss this role please contact Tanya Pelle, Director Student Services, phone: (02) 6773 3644, email: [email protected] (from 20 to 24 October 2025) and Timothy Bartlett-Taylor, Senior Manager, Business Transformation, phone (02) 6773 5063, email: [email protected] (from 25 October 2025 to 09 November 2025)

Closing Date: Midnight, 09 November 2025

Reference No: 225152

Please visit www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une for further information about this position and other career opportunities at UNE.

To Apply

Submit your application through www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une and refer to vacancy ref 225152.

Your application should be comprised of:

Covering letter;

Responses to selection criteria (please refer to the position statement);

Current CV.

Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

UNE is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTQIA+ people.

About Our Process

At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement. Please visit our Privacy Statement to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.

National Police Check

If you are the successful candidate for this role you will be required to provide UNE with a National Police Check prior to your commencement. Please note that people with criminal records are NOT automatically barred from applying for this position (unless there is a particular requirement under law).