School Manager - Sydney Medical School

University of Sydney

Camperdown, NSW, Australia
Base: $146,197 - $154,260; bonus/equity: not speci...
Full-time, onsite
Operational leadership in complex matrixed environments
Stakeholder engagement with senior leaders and academics
Financial planning budgeting and resource allocation
The University of Sydney is seeking a School Manager for its Sydney Medical School, a senior leadership role focused on operational excellence, stakeholder engagement, and academic success. The position requires extensive experience in a complex environment, overseeing financial management and coordinating educational programs

Job Summary

  • This senior leadership role involves partnering with the Head of School and Dean to drive operational excellence and shape the future direction of the Sydney Medical School.
  • The successful candidate will oversee operational planning, financial management, and stakeholder engagement while supporting the delivery of education, research, and external partnerships.
  • The University offers a competitive salary package with leave loading, generous superannuation, and a supportive workplace culture committed to inclusion and wellbeing.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Sydney is seeking a School Manager for its Sydney Medical School, a senior leadership role focused on operational excellence, stakeholder engagement, and academic success. The position requires extensive experience in a complex environment, overseeing financial management and coordinating educational programs.

Salary

Base: $146,197 - $154,260; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation plus leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • operational leadership in complex matrixed environments
  • stakeholder engagement with senior leaders and academics
  • financial planning budgeting and resource allocation
  • experience across education research and clinical settings
  • governance risk and compliance framework knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • demonstrates university values of courage and creativity
  • ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities
  • strong communication skills to build trust at all levels
  • commitment to inclusion diversity and respect

Key Requirements

  • unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • proven experience in complex multi-stakeholder environments
  • strong capability in operational leadership and team management

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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