Senior Manager, Marketing Partners

Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW), a purpose-driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.

About the Role

The Senior Manager, Marketing Partners leads the marketing partnering function within UOW's Brand and Marketing Division, serving as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across faculties, portfolios and major business units. Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, this role is responsible for ensuring marketing priorities are strategically aligned, well defined and effectively prioritised before progressing to delivery.

Leading a team of Marketing Partners, you will drive a consistent and high-quality partnering approach across the University, helping stakeholders translate strategic objectives into evidence-based marketing plans that deliver meaningful outcomes. 

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the Marketing Partners team and oversee high-quality engagement with faculties, portfolios and business units across the University. 
• Drive demand shaping, marketing planning and brief development to ensure marketing initiatives are strategically aligned and outcomes focused. 
• Manage the prioritisation of marketing demand, balancing stakeholder needs with organisational capacity and strategic priorities. 
• Provide expert marketing advice and strategic guidance to senior University leaders. 
• Lead and develop a collaborative, high-performing team while contributing to divisional planning, governance and continuous improvement initiatives.

About the Team

The Brand & Marketing Division plays a critical role in shaping how UOW is understood, chosen and championed by students, partners and communities around the world.

As part of the Division's evolution, we're recruiting a number of leadership opportunities across brand, marketing, communications and creative production. These roles have been designed to work together, strengthening how we partner with faculties and portfolios, contribute to strategic priorities, and deliver outcomes for the University.

Joining UOW at this time provides a unique opportunity to help shape how the Division works, influence future direction, and contribute to initiatives that strengthen the University's reputation, engagement and impact.

With deep community connections, global reach, and education and research that change lives, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of UOW's story

What You'll Bring

• Significant experience in a senior marketing partnering, strategic marketing, account management or client services role within a complex organisation. 
• Demonstrated success leading marketing planning, stakeholder engagement and demand-shaping activities. 
• Proven leadership experience developing and managing high-performing teams. 
• Exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders. 
• Strong understanding of integrated marketing principles and the ability to translate organisational objectives into effective marketing strategies and plans.

Why Join UOW

• Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies
• Generous leave entitlements including additional concession days over the Christmas-New Year period
• Purchased leave options to provide greater flexibility throughout the year
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities

Role Details

• Employment type: Continuing, full-time
• Level 8/9 | $123,283 - $152,959 + 17% superannuation
• Location: Wollongong Campus 
• Valid Australian work rights required. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Position Description

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of the advertisement. You are requested to submit a resume and a cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

For further information about this position, please contact Lorna Farrar, Chief Communications & Marketing Officer, at [email protected] 

Closing Date: Monday, 5 October 2026, 11:55pm

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to reach their full potential. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities. 

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender Based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender Based Violence during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University's employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.

At the University of Wollongong (UOW), our people are united by a shared purpose — to create a better future through education, research, innovation and meaningful community impact.

With deep local roots and a growing global presence, UOW is proud to contribute to positive change in the communities we serve and the world beyond them. Guided by our Vision 2035 and Strategic Plan 2030, we are building a future that is innovative, inclusive and committed to societal impact — one where people, ideas and opportunity can thrive.

We are recognised for excellence in teaching and research, and for the real-world impact of our work. But what truly brings UOW to life is our people. Across every role, our staff contribute to something bigger — helping shape the future through the work they do every day.

At UOW, we are committed to fostering a culture where people feel valued, supported and empowered to do their best work. Our Values in Action guide how we work, lead and make decisions — creating a workplace grounded in integrity, accountability, collaboration and excellence.

Joining UOW means becoming part of a values-led community where your work has purpose, your contribution is valued, and the impact you make can be felt locally and globally.