Executive Assistant to the Head of School & Dean and School General Manager

• Full time, fixed-term position for up to 12 months

• Exciting professional development opportunity for an EA looking for growth and mentoring into a more senior role

• Salary $89,759 to $96,764 p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

A supportive opportunity for a team member seeking a development opportunity, all applications welcome, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. The Sydney Law School is committed to creating a diverse workplace by improving equity, access and opportunity. Mentoring, training and professional development support is available to the preferred candidate. We want to create an environment where individuality is welcomed and celebrated. We are continuously working to identify and remove biases and barriers to make our workplace open, supportive and safe for everyone.

As the EA to the Head of School & Dean and School General Manager you will deliver a full suite of professional executive support services to the school leadership team at the Sydney Law School.

On a day-to-day basis your key responsibilities will be to:

• act as the first point of contact representing the Head of School and Dean

• manage a busy diary, book travel and coordinate other operational activities

• employ tact and diplomacy and ensure matters brought to the school leadership team are prioritised and presented in a well-researched manner

• respond to enquiries in person, by phone and email to parties internal and external to the University and ascertain the type and level of response required, deploying discretion, empathy and exercising a sound knowledge of the work area and key priorities.

About you

To ensure your success you’ll need:

• the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work

• advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite, with strong diary management experience

• excellent time and workload management skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes

• high level verbal and written communication skills, with experience in handling a wide range of enquiries and providing excellent customer service

• well-developed negotiation, conflict resolution, relationship building and influencing skills

• a flexible approach, and willingness to take on new tasks as the role evolves.

Our School is a great place to develop your career alongside a leadership team and colleagues who want everyone to thrive, and we look forward to hearing from you.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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

The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.

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.  

If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, 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 support filling out this application, please contact Michelle Carlon, Recruitment Operations on 0428 275 306 or  [email protected]

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Applications Close

Sunday 22 May 2022 11:59 PM