Chief Operating Officer - Mathquest

The University of Sydney

Camperdown, NSW, Australia
Competitive remuneration; 17% super; comprehensive...
Not specified (considering full-time with part-time applicants accepted)
Senior leadership in complex organisations
Strategic and operational financial management
Governance and risk compliance expertise
The University of Sydney is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the ARC Centre of Excellence in Mathematics for Quantum Era Security and Trust (MathQuEST). The role involves leading financial, operational, and people functions to ensure the Centre meets its ambitious research and operational goals while fostering an inclusive and high-performing organizational culture

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the Centre's financial, operational, and people functions to deliver ambitious research and training objectives.
  • Candidates must have extensive senior leadership experience in large, complex organisations with proven expertise in strategic financial management.
  • The position offers a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation and comprehensive employee benefits.

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The University of Sydney is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the ARC Centre of Excellence in Mathematics for Quantum Era Security and Trust (MathQuEST). The role involves leading financial, operational, and people functions to ensure the Centre meets its ambitious research and operational goals while fostering an inclusive and high-performing organizational culture.

Salary

Competitive remuneration; 17% superannuation; Comprehensive employee benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Senior leadership in complex organisations
  • Strategic and operational financial management
  • Governance and risk compliance expertise
  • Professional staff development and management
  • Stakeholder engagement with universities and partners

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity
  • Sound judgement in complex environments
  • Fostering inclusive organisational culture
  • Experience with ARC Centre requirements

Key Requirements

  • Postgraduate qualifications or equivalent experience
  • Extensive senior leadership experience
  • Australian Citizenship required
  • Willingness to undergo security vetting

Work Rights

Must be an Australian Citizen

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