General Manager - Higher Education

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a global provider of International Student Vocational and English Language courses, delivering to thousands students per year across multiple campuses and states. With a great working culture and environment, this well-known premium training provider have recently registered as a Higher Education Provider, and are seeking an experienced Higher Education leader to join the team as General Manager - Higher Education.

The General Manager is tasked with leading the institution through strategic, operational, and academic excellence. This pivotal role aims to elevate the HEP's position as a premier provider, ensuring outstanding educational outcomes and a transformative learning experience for students. The General Manager will spearhead initiatives to expand educational offerings, enhance its reputation, and foster a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and excellence in learning.
The role is based in the Sydney CBD Campus, leading a Dean and Registrar directly, and accessing shared services from Finance, HR, I.T. and Sales from the broader business.

Your duties in this role will include:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan that aligns with the company purpose, mission, vision and promises, focusing on academic excellence, student success, and financial stability.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and legal standards, actively managing risks and adapting to changes in the Higher Education sector
• In conjunction with the Governing Board and the Academic Board, support the design and continuous improvement of academic programs, incorporating innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance learning outcomes.
• Lead interstate and international expansion plans and support the overall growth of the organisation.
• Through Shared Services, manage the institute's financial resources, including budgeting, financial reporting, and investment in resources to support strategic priorities.
• Strengthen relationships with industry, government, and academic partners to expand opportunities for collaboration, research, and student employability.

You must have the following skills to be successful in this role:

• Extensive Higher Education experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a leading Higher Education position, e.g. PEO, CEO, COO, GM or similar.
• Outstanding and recognized administration skills, fostering information sharing effectively.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Australian Higher Education legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Remarkable leadership abilities, capable of mentoring and guiding a talented and diverse team to excellence.
• Skilled in crafting and executing strategic plans. Initiate and lead projects to successful outcomes.
• Ability to speak and present publicly and represent the company at industry conferences and forums, as needed.

If you are looking to move into a General Manager role where you can deliver a clear vision for continued growth you are strongly encouraged to apply. You will be rewarded with an outstanding salary package as well as the ability to be part of one of the most prestigious training providers in Australia. Please apply NOW by sending your CV to jeremy@brightsparkrecruitment.com.au

Bright Spark Recruitment provides high-quality recruitment solutions within the Tertiary Education and Business-to-Business accredited and non-accredited training and consulting space. We recruit across all roles including, but not limited to, Business Developers, Trainers and Assessors, Compliance, Training Managers, Instructional Designers, Administrators, and Senior Management up to CEO level.