Industry Consultant

Who we are?
At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities - and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.

Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous - with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do_._

What’s the job?

Are you passionate about design, creativity, and tech? We’re looking for an energetic and innovative Industry Consultant to elevate our engagement with the design and creative tech sectors. In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind building valuable industry partnerships and creating exceptional opportunities for students and alumni. Your mission: to connect top talent with leading-edge projects, internships, and professional placements. You’ll work closely with industry leaders and stakeholders, promote our vertical’s offerings, and ensure our students are at the forefront of real-world experience. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a knack for fostering relationships and driving results, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

Day-to-day accountabilities:
In your role as an Industry Consultant, you'll actively manage and enhance industry partnerships, secure valuable opportunities for students and alumni, and ensure our design and creative tech programs stay relevant and impactful. Your daily activities will involve engaging with industry stakeholders, promoting our offerings, and ensuring seamless integration of real-world experiences into our curriculum.- Partnership Development: Source, develop, and maintain a diverse range of industry partnerships to create internships, professional placements, and live project opportunities for students.- Opportunity Management: Secure and manage work-integrated learning opportunities, including live briefs and projects, ensuring they align with curriculum requirements and meet student cohort needs.- Industry Engagement: Conduct regular industry visits and attend relevant events to build relationships, promote our vertical’s offerings, and identify new opportunities for collaboration and business development.- Reporting and Coordination: Provide weekly activity reports, maintain accurate records of client interactions in CRM systems, and work closely with internal stakeholders to manage and promote industry opportunities for students.

This is a Full Time Permanent position based at our Ultimo campus in Sydney.

Who you are

You are a proactive and passionate professional with a robust background in design and creative tech. With a proven track record in graphic design, interiors, and animation, you bring a creative flair to everything you do. Your strong network within the industry and your exceptional communication skills enables you to forge and nurture meaningful partnerships. You’re adept at sourcing and securing opportunities that align with curriculum requirements and business needs, always with an eye for innovation and improvement. Your drive and adaptability make you an ideal fit for a role where every day presents a new opportunity to shape the future of design and creative tech education.- Industry Experience: At least 5 years in design and creative tech, with a background in graphic design, interiors, and animation.- Partnership Development: Proven ability to secure internships, professional placements, and B2B/B2B2C opportunities within the sector.- Networking Skills: Strong relationship-building capabilities and experience in leveraging industry networks for business development and student opportunities.- Communication and Reporting: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience in providing regular activity reports and maintaining CRM systems.

Why join us?
Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, _Australian Financial Review_ named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disa