Senior School Administrator

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $100,847 - $116,083 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Continuing

• Work at the heart of a leading law school – partner with senior leadership to support ANU Law School’s teaching, research and strategic priorities.
• Varied, high-impact role – blend executive support, project delivery, and financial and HR administration in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Outstanding benefits and flexibility – competitive remuneration, 17% super, salary packaging, generous leave provisions, and flexible working arrangements.

Position overview

The ANU Law School is seeking a highly organised and proactive Senior School Administrator to support the effective day-to-day operations of the School. Working closely with the Head of School and School Manager, you will provide high-level administrative and advisory support across a broad range of activities.

As a key point of contact for the School, you will deliver responsive, professional and solutions-focused support while managing competing priorities with sound judgement and initiative. You will contribute to projects and strategic initiatives, support financial and HR processes, and drive continuous improvement in administrative systems and practices.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is keen to make a meaningful contribution to one of Australia’s leading law schools

The School

The ANU Law School is consistently ranked among the world’s leading law schools. For over 65 years, it has stood at the forefront of legal education and impact as Australia’s national law school, earning global recognition for scholarly excellence and shaping legal and policy debates. With historic strengths in public and international law, and a growing reputation in environmental law, private and corporate law, and human rights law, the ANU Law School shapes law and policy and prepares graduates for a rapidly evolving legal landscape.

The College

The ANU College of Law, Governance and Public Policy (CLGP) is a progressive and newly established College that brings together four world-leading academic schools dedicated to shaping the future of law, governance, regulation, policy and population health. As part of Australia’s leading university, the College fosters excellence in research, teaching, and engagement, driving impactful contributions to national and global challenges.

The College provides an intellectually rich community, committed to providing a collaborative and supportive environment for academics, students, and professionals to thrive.

For further information please contact Fiona Preston, School Manager, ANU Law School E: fiona.preston@anu.edu.au 

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A maximum 2-page statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.