Senior Coordinator, Agreements & Operations

• Full-time
• Compensation: AUD 104953 - AUD 113204 - yearly

Job Description

• Full‑time, fixed‑term position at HEW Level 7 until 18 March 2027.
• Parramatta South campus with flexible working arrangements.
• Salary: $104,953 – $113,204 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

Lead the coordination and operational delivery of Western’s international partnership agreements.

The Opportunity

As the Senior Coordinator, Agreements and Operations, you will coordinate the full lifecycle of Western Sydney University’s international partnership agreements. You will ensure each agreement is developed to a high standard, aligns with University policy, and is progressed through the correct approval pathways.

You will oversee due diligence checks and risk assessments for new and renewed partners, providing informed recommendations that support strategic decision making. The role also contributes to enhancing operational capability within the Global Partnerships portfolio by developing procedures, maintaining accurate partnership records, and supporting the improvement of agreement templates and digital systems.

Your work will involve close collaboration with the Office of General Counsel, Faculties, Institutes, and senior stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and consistent documentation across all agreement processes. You will also support website maintenance, reporting obligations, and deputise for the Director, Transnational Education, Mobility and Partnerships when required.

What Success Looks Like:

• International partnership agreements delivered accurately and in line with policy and governance requirements.
• Due diligence and risk assessments completed thoroughly and communicated clearly to stakeholders.
• Faculties and business units supported with high quality guidance on agreement documentation and processes.
• Accurate, up to date records maintained across all partnership systems and reporting functions.
• Strong relationships built across internal and external stakeholders to support effective agreement development.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• You bring a relevant law degree and/or substantial experience preparing high‑quality contract documentation within large and complex organisations.
• You demonstrate a solid understanding of international education and the strategic role of global partnerships.
• You communicate with clarity and cultural awareness, building effective relationships across diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• You manage competing priorities with confidence, applying strong organisational and project coordination skills to deliver accurate outcomes.
• You maintain a proactive, customer‑focused approach, seeking opportunities to refine processes, enhance reporting, and strengthen service quality.

Benefits

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Beyond a rewarding career, we offer a suite of benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and family wellbeing:

• Fitness Passport: Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state.
• Onsite Childcare: Convenient facilities with exclusive staff discounts and salary packaging options.
• Financial Benefits: Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing,
• Holistic Support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Dr Liz Smith, Director, Transnational Education, Mobility & Partnerships via l.smith@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF998T.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, 1 March 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered.

Belonging at Western

We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact accessibility@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western

This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

For the latest please visit our website and LinkedIn.

Additional Information

All ongoing and fixed term employees seeking to apply for this position as a secondment must have completed a minimum of 12 months’ full-time continuous service to be eligible to apply for this role, as per Part D of the Recruitment and Selection Policy.