Admissions Assistant presso Usyd

• 1x Full time continuing role and 1x Fixed Term role
• Exciting opportunity to learn and develop knowledge of the University’s student life cycle
• Base Salary $83,038 + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The Admissions team leads the strategic direction and implementation of the University’s admissions plan. We are seeking an Admissions Assistant to support the team in delivering a high-quality admissions experience for prospective students. This role plays a key part in the assessment and processing of student applications to the University of Sydney, contributing to our goal of admitting talented students from both domestic and international backgrounds.

You will use your strong customer service, administrative, and communication skills to assist with a range of tasks including responding to email enquiries, managing documentation, and supporting admissions processes. Attention to detail is essential, as you’ll be handling sensitive student information and ensuring accuracy in all communications and records.

About you

We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• high quality customer service skills with the ability to interpret and apply appropriate policies and procedures
• proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically in interpreting spread sheets (Excel) and managing communication via Outlook
• strong administrative, communication and data handling skills within a results focused, high-volume environment
• previous exposure to policies, systems, processes, and procedures within a Higher Education institution
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft clear, professional emails and documentation for internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and processes, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

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

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 

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 LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold 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 Laura Pierce, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected].

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