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Full time, Fixed-Term until 24 July 2026 Provide high-level administrative support to academic staff within Sydney Law School Base Salary HEO5 $89,755 - $100,495 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity Established in 1855, Sydney Law School has made a significant contribution to the Australian judiciary, politics and public life. The Law School is notable for its strong links to the practising profession, barristers, judges and solicitors giving lectures in core legal subjects. The Law School attracts high calibre students to its undergraduate and postgraduate programs and has an internationally respected faculty of scholars. As the Education Support Officer, you will provide high-level, professional administrative support to all academic staff (including casual and visiting academics) within Sydney Law School. Your key responsibilities will be to: assist Academic Staff (including casuals and visiting academics) with preparation for unit of study delivery in the PLP and PG programs provide quality administrative support to ensure smooth running of unit of study provide Learning Management System (LMS) support for allocated units of study assist with administration of assessment, marking and result finalisation process provide administrative support to academic staff, including casuals and visiting academics, and Education Support Manager. About you a high level of interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) and strong negotiation skills a demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and solve problems and also proactively identify and make suggestions for improved administrative practices and service demonstrated their commitment to high levels of customer service whilst displaying a positive attitude and flexible approach high level organisational skills and experience including prioritising and completing multiple tasks against deadlines knowledge of an eLearning application e.g. Canvas (desirable). Important There is a requirement for this position to be on campus. Hybrid working options will be decided with your manager if you are successful in this position. Please note that this role is not open to current University of Sydney students. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, selection criteria address and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Lena Jiang, Recruitment Operations by email to lena.jiang@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Monday 06 October 2025 11:59 PM Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! The University values are excellence, trust and accountability. The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. 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