Manager, Career Development

Curtin University

Bentley, Perth, WA

Employment Services (Community Services & Development)

Other (Education & Training)

Full-time

$119,125 - $126,950 (G08) per annum, plus 17% super

About the Role:

At Curtin University, we are committed to empowering students with the skills, experiences, and networks they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world of work.

We are seeking a visionary and strategic manager of career development to lead our dynamic team in delivering innovative, student-centered career development programs and to partner with Recruit Curtin on key employer engagement initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include:

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the university’s student career development team, aligning with institutional goals for student employability and graduate success.

Develop and implement forward-thinking career development strategies, programs, and resources that support diverse student cohorts across all faculties.

Build and maintain strong partnerships with students and industry through Recruit Curtin, alumni, academic staff, and professional bodies to expand employment and experiential career development opportunities.

Lead a high-performing team of career development professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Use data and insights to evaluate service effectiveness, inform strategic planning, and report on graduate outcomes and impact.

Represent Curtin Careers in university-wide committees, working groups, and external forums.

We are looking for (selection criteria):

You are a strategic and people-focused leader with a passion for student success and an understanding of the career development landscape. You bring:

Proven experience in managing career services, student engagement, or employability programs within a tertiary education or similar environment.

Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across a variety of stakeholders, particularly academic.

Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage change, and deliver high-impact programs and services.

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

A relevant qualification in career development, learning and/or organizational development, education, business, human resources, or a related field.

Role Requirements:

As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered

Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

About Curtin University

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.

What We Offer You:

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW and provide the following documents:

CV

Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria in the advert

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, quote the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: Monday, 11 August 2025.

Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardized time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

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Contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000