• Join an innovative team providing operational excellence to UWA Law School
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Part-time (0.9 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 2 years.
• Base salary range: $91,833 (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

College Services provides academic administration and technical support services to the University’s schools, including Heads of School, academic staff and research students. The team is committed to providing effective and efficient services in support of the Schools’ and University’s strategic objectives, with a focus on continuous improvement and best practice.  The Schools Operations team provides academic support services and general administrative support to the University’s Schools. 

UWA Law School is a collegial and exciting School environment with an excellent, dynamic team delivering client focussed support services.  Established in 1927, UWA Law School is the fifth oldest Law School in Australia and is Western Australia’s premier Law School.  We have a long and proud history of academic excellence, providing a broad range of education programs and leading research projects with impact. We are committed to contributing to our local, national and international communities with the continuing valued support of our alumni and national and international partners.

UWA Law School is an accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) provider. We deliver an extensive CPD and Executive Education (EE) program to the legal profession and other external stakeholders. In addition, we host a wide range of internal and external academic events.

About the opportunity

• Provide high level executive and administrative support, including establishing, maintaining, and implementing office systems, policies and procedures.
• Provide operational support for external engagement activities.
• Provide strategic planning and senior administrative support for events programs.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant administrative and events management experience at an appropriate level.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to carry out research and write reports.
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to providing a high level of quality customer service.

Position description:  Senior School Operations Officer (Law) 519723.docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Maggie Twomey, School Operations Coordinator at maggie.twomey@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST - (Wednesday 12th March 2025)

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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 Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.