• Full-time, continuing opportunity
• Key strategic role managing the operations of one of the University of Sydney's prestigious schools
• Senior Professional Staff position with an attractive and competitive salary package

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney Business School (USBS) holds an esteemed position among the top 1% of global business schools in the world. We have a vibrant and innovative environment and are proud of our high trust, high collaboration and high-performance culture. Reporting to the Faculty General Manager, we are looking to recruit a Head of Business Operations to play a pivotal role in the translation of strategy into effective tactical and operational plans and activities.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• collaborate with the Dean and Faculty General Manager to coordinate the development and implementation of the strategic strategic projects, business requirements, operational and administrative activities for USBS
• guide, develop, and manage a team, including managing performance and development, and for the delegation of work activity across business streams
• develop and manage the overall implementation of strategy, business plans and policies for the University of Sydney Business School, ensuring effective conversion of strategy into operating processes and activities, and the efficient alignment and utilisation of resources
• provide overall general management of operating activities for USBS including effective planning, governance, compliance and control, financial modelling, business case development and decision making to ensure financial and operational objectives and goals are reached
• establish and foster executive level rapport with key stakeholders across the University including Central Services, to facilitate strategic dialogue and influence, driving engagement and impact around major strategies and initiatives for the school
• provide input into talent management and succession planning for professional staff across the school and implement workforce planning, recruitment, and resourcing to ensure the future leadership needs are achieved
• oversee and manage effective customer service delivery functions, business intelligence, web services, external accreditations, administrative systems and practices

About you

• effective operational leadership experience with the proven ability to be flexible, adapt to changing circumstances and environments
• proven ability to conceptualise, develop, implement and review objectives and strategies involving high level liaison with internal and external client areas
• competency in communicating business activities and functions to all audiences
• highly developed stakeholder management skills in collaborating with senior leadership, stakeholders and clients
• wide-ranging diplomacy, project management and executive administration experience
• an agile and flexible approach that is able to pivot and contribute to overall team success
• tertiary qualifications with extensive relevant experience in management and business administration, and/or equivalent combination of relevant training and experience
• excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking skills together with effective leadership and people management skills
• willingness to collaborate with professional and academic staff to drive best practice outcomes and achieve strategic initiatives for USBS
• financial management experience and literacy, experience managing budgets and controlling income and expenditure for an area.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Nicole Cunningham, Recruitment Operations by emailing Nicole.cunningham@sydney.edu.au or calling 0449973799

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Applications Close

Thursday 17 October 2024 11:59 PM