Admissions Manager, Undergraduate

3 weeks ago


Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

About the Role


Join our dynamic undergraduate admissions team, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our university As the Undergraduate Admissions Manager, you'll oversee the seamless processing of international applications directly and domestic applications through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). Your leadership will ensure the development and implementation of key policies and identification of new opportunities in key markets. 

As a crucial member of our Admissions leadership team, you'll collaborate closely with the Future Students hub and divisional groups to convert quality applicants into enrolled students, achieving our student load targets. 

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading the team to manage international undergraduate applications, deferrals, and the University of Melbourne Extension Program, ensuring timely processing and meeting VTAC deadlines. Motivating and coaching staff to achieve goals, provide clear feedback, document performance, address issues, and reward excellence. Cultivating a positive, innovative team culture focused on continuous improvement and collaboration with stakeholders. Enhancing the student experience by identifying improvements, recommending them to committees, and actively implementing new processes, systems, and admissions policies.

Who we are looking for
Our ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal and collaborative skills to build productive relationships and drive positive outcomes for the University and its students. You will excel in problem-solving, flexible thinking, and continuous process improvement. Leveraging your strong communication abilities, adaptability, and high initiative, you will meet service expectations and manage multiple tasks under competing deadlines.

You will also have:

Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience and education/training. Minimum two years' leadership experience in operational planning, strategic alignment, and people management. Proven experience in processing admissions, preferably via VTAC.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position . This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.

What we offer you
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page

The University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.



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