Careers and Corporate Consultant, MBA Programs at Kings… · Location…

• Full time fixed term until 29/12/2028
• Opportunity to support strategic and operational leadership in corporate engagement and career management for MBA at the University of Sydney Business School
• HEO 7 Base Salary $117,133 - $127,610 p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Careers and Corporate Consultant, MBA Programs will support strategic and operational leadership in corporate engagement and career management services for the MBA (Technology and Digital Strategy) and MBA programs at the University of Sydney.

This position is responsible for cultivating and managing strong working relationships with corporate partners and individuals both locally and internationally as relevant to all aspects of the MBA (Technology and Digital Strategy) and programs. Utilising established corporate relations, the position is also responsible for supporting the provision of superior career services to MBA (Technology and Digital Strategy), MBA students and alumni using innovative tools and technology.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• engage in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with major local and international MBA recruiting organisations in technology and digital strategy
• develop and manage existing relationships with relevant University and School stakeholders including Corporate and International Relations, Student and Academic Services, IT and Finance, in relation to corporate marketing and student support within the MBA Programs
• together with the Career and Corporate Relations Manager, MBA Programs, develop the objectives and strategies of the Business School’s Career Management Program and Careers Academy, engaging internal stakeholders and external partners through creative, high-level liaison, in line with the Global and Financial Times ranking criteria
• support the execution of the Business School School’s Career Management Program, Careers Academy, coaching services and technical systems, which includes reviewing and redesigning them to align with the academic content of the MBA programs
• monitor and analyse market trends related to careers support in MBA Programs both locally and internationally.

About you

• Proven ability to build, develop and maintain strong corporate relationships, and confidently engage, influence and build trust with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects, including budgets, timelines and deliverables
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, correspondence and communicate effectively across all organisational levels
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills, with sound judgement and the ability to interpret and apply complex policies and procedures
• Well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, with a customer-focused approach and the ability to build confidence in stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, including supervising staff and contributing to team outcomes
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours for events and willingness to travel internationally as required.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. You must be an Australian citizen or a permenant resident to apply.

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 Rae Hao, Recruitment Operations by email to rae.hao@sydney.edu.au.

© The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Click to view the Position Description for this role.

Applications Close Monday 20 July 2026 11:59 PM