At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive international student recruitment through innovative marketing campaigns and compelling content.
- Company: Join the University of Sydney, a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary of $117K plus 17% superannuation.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on global education while enhancing brand reputation.
- Qualifications: Strong marketing skills with experience in digital and traditional media channels.
The predicted salary is between 117000 - 117000 $ per year.
Full time, fixed term until 22 September 2027.
Opportunity to work on University wide Marketing Communications campaigns across international markets.
Base Salary $117K + 17% superannuation.
About the opportunity
The Senior Student Marketing Officer (International) plays a pivotal role in driving international student recruitment through the delivery of innovative marketing campaigns, compelling content, and targeted communications. Working collaboratively with Marketing and Communications colleagues and key University stakeholders, the role develops integrated, data-informed initiatives that enhance brand reputation, engage prospective students, and deliver measurable results.
About you
- Strong understanding of international student recruitment trends, with the ability to translate market insights into effective marketing strategies.
- Demonstrated success developing and delivering integrated brand and product marketing campaigns across digital, social, email, web, content, and traditional media channels.
- Experience analysing campaign performance, preparing insightful reports, and using data-driven recommendations to continuously optimise marketing outcomes.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages for diverse audiences.
- Highly developed project management capabilities, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- Significant experience building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, influencing outcomes, and collaborating effectively within large and complex organisations.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks and declarations
Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Riviera Son, Recruitment Operations by email.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Applications Close
Wednesday 04 November 2026 11:59 PM.
Senior Student Marketing Officer in Sydney employer: University of Sydney
The University of Sydney is an exceptional employer, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, offering a supportive and culturally safe environment that fosters professional growth and community engagement. With generous benefits such as cultural leave, flexible working arrangements, and access to Indigenous professional development programs, employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of Indigenous health education. Joining this prestigious institution means being part of a dedicated community committed to improving health outcomes and embedding First Nations perspectives into the curriculum.
