Student Admissions Team Leader

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Student Admissions Team Leader (internally known as Admissions Team Leader) to join our vibrant Admissions team within Student Services. Primarily based in the City Campus, this will be a wonderful opportunity to champion and contribute to the activation of Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga and Kaitiakitanga within the student services function, supporting students through the application process, in collaboration with services partners and with responsibility for strategic portfolios. Whilst in the role you will be responsible for leading a team of Admission Advisors and/or Specialists through the Admissions cycle. The role will require for you to meet University strategic objectives and support the achievement of KPIs.

The salary range for this role is $80,900 - $86,600 per annum depending on experience and qualifications. The role is Full-Time 37.5 hours per week, on a permanent contract.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

We are a large team of 50+ staff members. Our leaders are committed to ensuring you’re able to grow and develop your skillset and career. We place a great deal of emphasis on ensuring that we foster a culture that although busy, is supportive and enjoyable. Working with a wide variety of service partners across the University means that you’ll be able to grow your relationships and understanding. We are able to support a flexible approach to working, providing a mixture of on site work and working from home.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You will be an experienced team leader who is a confident communicator with great interpersonal skills. You will be able to show that you can lead through a time of significant change whilst building trust amongst service partners. 

Our ideal Student Admissions Team Leader will have:

• Demonstrated experience leading a team in a high volume, high intensity environment.
• Excellent interpersonal effectiveness through clear and constructive communication skills and behaviours that influence others and inspire co-operation and achievement.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in team building.
• Be an advocate for change and innovation to ensure we’re delivering a service that is faster, streamlined and transparent for our service partners.
• You will be flexible and able to adapt to a fast paced and changing environment.
• A confident decision maker with a keen eye for detail.
• A positive team player.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 29/09/2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Theresa Faamoana via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.