Senior Executive Assistant

This role will support the Deputy Vice-Chancellor External Engagement & Partnerships. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (External Engagement and Partnerships) is responsible for deepening and expanding UTS's relationships with the public and private sectors, and driving the development of partnerships, collaborations and ventures that create real value and impact. The External Engagement and Partnerships Division focuses on enhancing UTS's relationships and collaboration with the public and private sectors.? Key functions include Industry Partnerships, Enterprise Learning, Entrepreneurship, Alumni and Advancement, and Marketing and Communications. It aims to provide a holistic, connected strategic approach to the university's interactions with the broader world, and to enable and support a culture of mutually beneficial collaboration with government, business and industry at all levels.

Job Purpose

The Senior Executive Assistant provides high level, proactive executive support to a senior leader in the EEP division. The role coordinates complex workflows, supports strategic priorities and enables effective decision making in a dynamic environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide end to end executive support aligned to strategic priorities.
• Manage complex diaries, meetings and associated logistics.
• Coordinate briefings, correspondence, reports and presentations.
• Support governance processes, committees and reporting cycles.
• Coordinate projects, initiatives and cross portfolio activities.
• Act as a central point of contact for complex and sensitive enquiries.

How to Apply

Please include the following in your application and ensure all documents submitted include reference number IRC341215 and your name.

• a cover letter stating your motivation for applying and addressing the selection criteria in the 'Position Description'.
• a copy of your resume.

For guidance on preparing your responses to the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria. Applications must be submitted via the UTS online recruitment system (current staff should apply through NEO).

UTS is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants to include a statement on career breaks or relative to opportunity where relevant.

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.

General enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to

Closing Date: 14 August pm (AEST)

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Accessibility

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UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan.

We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ+ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.