Associate Director Future Student Recruitment

Associate Director Future Student Recruitment Join to apply for the Associate Director Future Student Recruitment role at UNSW. This job is based in Australia. Dynamic Sales and Marketing leadership opportunity in a Global top 20 university. Employment Type: 12-month fixed term contract (parental leave cover) Remuneration: Competitive remuneration package Location: Kensington, NSW (On‑campus role) About UNSW UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place. Why Your Role Matters The Associate Director, Future Student Recruitment sits within the Marketing & Digital Experience portfolio at UNSW, a team tasked with positioning the university as the top choice for local and international students, as well as enhancing UNSW’s global brand reputation. You will lead the development and implementation of university plans related to domestic and international student recruitment, both centrally and specifically to the needs of each faculty, ensuring achievement of annual student load plan targets and long‑term teaching revenue growth. As the Associate Director, Future Student Recruitment you will be accountable for achieving the required volume and quality of applications from local and international students, both overall and by faculty, with responsibility for end‑to‑end recruitment and conversion of prospective students across all program levels and geographies. You will maintain strong senior‑level faculty relationships, drive innovation, secure buy‑in and ultimately successful adoption and implementation of new recruitment initiatives designed to ensure the university continues to attract students of the highest potential from across Australia and international markets in an increasingly competitive environment. Who You Are We are looking for someone who can lead the vision and execution of UNSW’s domestic and international recruitment strategy, powering student growth, elevating our global brand, and ensuring every faculty attracts top‑tier students from across Australia and the world. You Will Also Need To Have Relevant tertiary education with extensive experience in commercial sales excellence, strategic channel development, sales and development consulting, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and experience. Strong understanding of strategic and political issues within the Higher Education sector. Demonstrated success developing and implementing student recruitment strategies, within an audience‑centric, KPI‑driven, commercial context. Proven leadership in driving digital‑first transformation and change across recruitment and sales, including strategic implementation of lead management frameworks, marketing automation, and CRM optimisation. Demonstrated expertise in leading major organisational change and cultural transformation initiatives, with a proven ability to align teams around strategic priorities, embed new ways of working, and foster a culture of innovation, agility, and accountability. Extensive experience in driving sales excellence and enablement within complex, multi‑channel and multi‑market recruitment, and commercial environments. Proven experience designing and implementing sales enablement strategies, including training programmes, performance frameworks, and digital tools that empower teams to optimise lead conversion, enhance productivity, and deliver against targets. Advanced stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with experience working with senior stakeholders across diverse cultural contexts. Ability to apply judgement, creativity and flexibility to generate new and innovative ideas and approaches and to solve complex problems. Superior written and verbal communication skills and the proven ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders. Benefits and Culture Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc) Additional 3 days leave during December festive period. Career development opportunities Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave‑loading payments and salary sacrifice. Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport) People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Job queries contact: Kim Symons, Talent Acquisition. E: (applications to the address cannot be accepted, please apply online) UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. How to Apply Submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description) before 11:55pm Sunday 4th Jan 2026. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application. For further information on the role & responsibilities, please refer to the position description found on #J-18808-Ljbffr