(HEO6) $92,511 - $99,929 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Continuing, full-time position available

Working under general direction, the Team Leader, Academic Assessment is responsible for the operational delivery of University wide admissions academic assessment activity for coursework students.

The role is responsible for providing leadership to the admissions academic assessment team and manages all operational activities of borderline and advance standing assessments, including the Credit Management System and processes, data management and workflow management. The Team Leader, Academic Assessment will drive continuous improvement to ensure best processes to support advance standing and borderline assessment management.

To be successful you will need:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of international admissions and related assessment procedures including problem solving skills and proficiency in resolving complex matters.
• Demonstrated supervision experience and ability to build, lead and motivate a cohesive team to achieve quality customer service and timely business outcomes.
• High level organisational skills including strong attention to detail, the ability to complete tasks end to end and to manage multiple priorities within tight timelines.
• Proven ability in stakeholder engagement and establishing positive work relationships with internal and external staff to achieve business outcomes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the legislative and policy frameworks underpinning compliance, quality and equity in advance standing/credit assessment and international admissions.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaboration - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your division's broader role

The Division of External Engagement is committed to the University’s growth ambitions through best practice marketing, the generation of international opportunities, and the forging of deep industry, media and alumni connections.  

Learn more at: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/external-engagement/

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document (maximum 3 pages) that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Tuesday 30 September 2025

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position; contact:

Kiralee Vincent
 Manager, Admissions Operations, Future Students Branch
P: +61 (8) 8313 7958
E:  kiralee.vincent@adelaide.edu.au

You'll find a full position description and/or selection criteria below.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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