Full time, fixed term until 31 December 2027
Play a key role in shaping policy and ensuring the University meets its regulatory and compliance obligations
Base Salary $126,065 - $142,171 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
This role sits within the Policy, Governance and Regulatory Affairs team and is responsible for supporting policy reform across the Education and Students Portfolio. You will provide high‑level analysis, advice and written communications to ensure the University remains aligned with evolving legislative and regulatory requirements. Your work will directly influence policy quality, compliance integrity and strategic decision making across the institution. The role works closely with academic and professional staff to support implementation of the University’s Collective Excellence (CE28) Education priorities, including the Curriculum Quality and Sustainability (CQS) project.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
work closely with the Senior Manager, Policy and Legislative Compliance and key stakeholders across the Education and Students Portfolio
coordinate policy review and reform projects, including drafting new and amending existing policies and procedures
support the development of a new curriculum policy framework
monitor legislative and regulatory changes and assess implications for University policy and compliance
prepare high‑level written communications, including committee papers, briefings, presentations and strategic reports
support strategic projects relating to compliance, governance and regulatory reform.
About you
demonstrated capability in policy development, review and reform, including drafting complex policy documents
experience translating legislative and regulatory requirements into internal policies or guidelines
experience working in the higher education sector, public service, or a large complex organisation
understanding of higher education course and curriculum structures, policies, and requirements
experience providing high‑level regulatory and compliance advice to senior stakeholders
strong capability in research, analysis and preparing written reports, submissions and committee papers
tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks and declarations
Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
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How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Monika Browning, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]
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Applications Close
Sunday 14 June 2026 11:59 PMSkills Required
- demonstrated capability in policy development, review and reform
- experience translating legislative and regulatory requirements into internal policies or guidelines
- experience working in the higher education sector, public service, or a large complex organisation
- understanding of higher education course and curriculum structures, policies, and requirements
- experience providing high‑level regulatory and compliance advice to senior stakeholders
- strong capability in research, analysis and preparing written reports, submissions and committee papers
- tertiary qualifications in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of training and experience
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