Faculty Executive Director

PRIMARY DETAIL

Working in close partnership with the Executive Dean and as a key member of the Faculty Executive Team, the Faculty Executive Director provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure the effective and efficient management of the Faculty.

• Senior leadership role, executive level remuneration negotiable
• 5 year fixed term senior contract
• Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Lead with purpose. Shape the future of one of Australia’s leading business schools.

The Role

As Faculty Executive Director (FED), you will be the general manager and strategic business leader for Macquarie Business School (MQBS). Working in close partnership with the Executive Dean and other executive group colleagues, you will provide expert advice on the leadership and execution of Faculty operations, financial and resource planning, strategic initiatives, risk management, infrastructure and facilities, and policy development, and ensure the efficient, effective, and productive overall management of the Faculty. 

A key member of both the Faculty Executive Team and the University’s Senior Leaders’ Forum, the Faculty Executive Director plays a pivotal role in aligning the School’s strategic goals with University priorities—collaborating with peers across education, research, finance, people and culture, operations, and strategy portfolios.

This is a high-impact, senior leadership position that demands commercial acumen, strategic foresight, and the ability to engage and influence across a complex and fast-evolving higher education environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to deliver the Faculty’s goals and priorities
• Partner with the Executive Dean and Faculty Leadership Team to develop and implement business, financial, and workforce strategies
• Lead professional services teams across education, research, operations, engagement, and business activity
• Oversee the Faculty’s budget, infrastructure, and operational performance
• Collaborate across central university portfolios to deliver integrated and efficient services
• Contribute to the University’s broader strategic planning and continuous improvement agenda

About You

You are an accomplished, forward-thinking leader with a track record of success in strategic management, operational leadership, and organisational transformation. You can utilise your outstanding commercial and leadership skills to enable the Faculty and its staff to realise their full potential and deliver excellence across professional and academic activity. You bring the credibility, confidence, and collaborative spirit to work alongside senior academic and professional leaders in driving performance and delivering tangible impact.

You will also demonstrate (Selection Criteria):

• Qualifications and/or extensive successful leadership experience in relevant contexts
• Proven experience in strategic planning and operational delivery within complex or matrixed organisations
• Strong financial and resource management skills, including oversight of large-scale budgets
• A track record of success in developing, implementing and evaluating strategic initiatives
• Expertise in leading high-performing teams and fostering a culture of service, excellence, and inclusion
• Superior interpersonal, influencing, and communication capabilities to navigate diverse and complex stakeholder environments
• A track record of collaboration and consultation, staff engagement and leading change
• Experience and deep understanding of key strategic issues, opportunities and challenges in the higher education sector

Find out more about this strategic leadership opportunity in the Candidate Brochure.

About the Faculty

Macquarie Business School is one of Australia’s leading business schools—highly-ranked among peers for student experience, employment outcomes, and research performance. Our flagship programs such as the Master of Marketing and Master of Applied Finance are ranked number one in Australia in the QS Business Masters Rankings, and our Master of Business Analytics and Master of Management rank in the national top tier.

Guided by our Strategic Framework 2025 - 2030 , we are shaping the next generation of business leaders through transformative education, future-shaping research, impactful partnerships, and empowering excellence.

Located at our Wallumattagal Campus in North Ryde, with world-class facilities and strong industry links through the Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District, we also offer premium learning experiences at our Sydney CBD campus for executive and postgraduate students.

Why Join Us?

At Macquarie University, we defy conventions and drive innovation. As Faculty Executive Director, you will play a crucial role in shaping the next chapter of Macquarie Business School’s growth—helping to advance our global reputation for excellence in education, research, and industry engagement.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the staff benefits on offer.

How to Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).

*This position requires a criminal history check.

Applications Close: 24 November 2025

We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.

For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role please contact Sarah Bate Head of Talent Acquisition at sarah.bate@mq.edu.au.

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Applications Close:

24/11/2025 11:59 PM

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