Chief Operating Officer - Mathquest

The University of Sydney

Camperdown, Australia
Competitive remuneration; super: 17%; benefits: co...
Full-time, fixed-term (initially for 3 years), potential for extension
Senior leadership in complex organisations
Strategic and operational financial management
Governance, risk, and compliance expertise
The University of Sydney is seeking a Chief Operating Officer for its ARC Centre of Excellence in Mathematics for Quantum Era Security and Trust (MathQuEST). This senior leadership role involves overseeing the Centre’s financial, operational, and people functions, fostering an inclusive culture, and ensuring effective governance and compliance

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 for its ARC Centre of Excellence in Mathematics for Quantum Era Security and Trust (MathQuEST). This senior leadership role involves overseeing the Centre’s financial, operational, and people functions, fostering an inclusive culture, and ensuring effective governance and compliance.

Salary

Competitive remuneration; Superannuation: 17%; Benefits: Comprehensive range of employee benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Senior leadership in complex organisations
  • Strategic and operational financial management
  • Governance, risk, and compliance expertise
  • Leading professional staff and building capability
  • Stakeholder engagement with universities and partners

Nice-to-have

  • Fostering inclusive organisational culture
  • Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity
  • Sound judgement in collaborative environments
  • Experience with national security vetting processes

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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