Senior Manager - Student Recruitment

About the Role For the right candidate this role presents an exceptional opportunity to develop and deliver future student activities and programmes, aligned to AUT’s Te Kete strategy, and our commitment to delivering a student‑centred world class educational experience, even before our students walk through the door. Responsibilities You will be working alongside and leading a team of experienced professionals who work in schools and across our communities to deliver inspiring and informative presentations, workshops, events and university transition programmes. Your role is to open up opportunities for future students and ensure they have pathways and support to join us. You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Qualifications Experience in the tertiary sector, ideally in the student recruitment space, working with prospective and/or new to university students Experience in managing a team and proven ability in training and development of team members Knowledge of the secondary school sector and proven ability to build strong relationships and partnerships in this space Be process driven with a commitment to constantly reviewing activities and programmes to ensure they are fit for purpose and in line with best practice in recruitment and student engagement A full clean NZ driver’s licence is a requirement of this role. A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is highly desirable. Benefits Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports belonging. Recognition frameworks that reflect your contribution and how you live our values. The tools and trust to make a meaningful difference every day. Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared purpose. Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff. Professional development and funded study pathways to keep you moving forward. Free gym membership. Other Information Start Date: TBC dependent on applicant Salary Ranges: $110,000 - $131,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications) Job Reference: 95935 This role is considered a children’s worker role and will be subject to safety checks as part of the Children’s Act 2014. #J-18808-Ljbffr