Recruitment Officer, International

PRIMARY DETAIL

• $99,161- $109,457 per annum (HEW 6) plus 17% Superannuation and Annual leave loading

• Full-time, 2 Year Fixed-term Contract

• Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Shape the future of international student recruitment through dynamic events, strategic partnerships and direct student engagement!

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same, coordinating large-scale events, engaging directly with prospective students, and building meaningful relationships with partners and stakeholders? If so, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Macquarie University's Future Students team is seeking a Recruitment Officer, International to play a pivotal role in delivering the University's onshore international student recruitment strategy. In a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by shifting government policy settings, changes to onshore agent commission structures, and growing demand for direct, student-facing engagement, this role is central to ensuring Macquarie remains responsive, competitive, and connected to emerging opportunities.

Working under the guidance of the Onshore Recruitment Lead, you will be at the heart of our recruitment events program, coordinating and delivering large-scale agent familiarisation visits, study tours, institutional workshops, and student-centred promotional activities. Beyond events, you will support strategic initiatives including onshore undergraduate-to-postgraduate conversion, closer collaboration with the domestic school’s team, and improved tracking and evaluation of recruitment outcomes to drive efficiency and impact.

About the Role

This role sits within the Future Students, International Recruitment Team in the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, People and Operations portfolio. Future Students leads the University's recruitment operations, supported by a well-established offshore recruitment network and comprehensive global partnership network. Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating and delivering programs, projects and activities that support the recruitment of prospective international students, including online and in-person student recruitment events and agent engagement activities.

• Supporting the planning, logistics and hands-on delivery of large-scale signature onshore events such as education agent familiarisation trips, study tours and institutional workshops.

• Working closely with the Onshore Recruitment Lead and the Domestic Recruitment team to implement promotional activities focused on high school engagement, student-centred events and onshore Undergraduate to Postgraduate conversion initiatives.

• Collaborating with the wider Future Students team to create, update and ensure currency of recruitment collateral and promotional materials across print and digital channels.

• Collating and analysing data and contributing to the preparation of reports and presentations that deliver insights into the onshore recruitment market, supporting evidence-based decision making.

• Attending student events and providing advice including one-on-one guidance to prospective international students on courses, admissions and selection processes.

• Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders (including recruitment, admissions, marketing and academic teams) and external partners (pathway providers, schools, agents and suppliers) to drive growth in applications and enrolments.

• Supporting the manager to scope project requirements, monitor and track delivery against timelines and budgets, evaluate outcomes and report on achievements.

• Maintaining a current working knowledge of all faculty offerings, admissions cycles, entry programs and the broader higher education sector.

About Us

Future Students coordinates the international and domestic recruitment strategy of Macquarie University and supports Faculties and other portfolios in their student recruitment activities, events, collaboration and engagement. The team spans a diverse range of activities and is responsible for all aspects of the University's student recruitment operations including domestic and international recruitment, articulation programs and partnerships, and global collaborations.

Working closely with Faculties, the Graduate Research Academy, and other key areas, Future Students contributes to the maintenance and development of the University's external partnerships, particularly in the international space.

About You (Selection Criteria)

You are a proactive, detail-oriented professional who brings energy and a collaborative spirit to everything you do. You are comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and have a genuine interest in international education and the student experience. You communicate effectively across cultures and are skilled at building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• A degree and/or equivalent extensive experience in marketing, business or a related discipline

• Understanding of the secondary and higher education sector, including the end-to-end prospective international student journey.

• Demonstrated experience in student recruitment and/or coordinating recruitment campaigns, programs, initiatives and events.

• Experience providing project coordination support, including monitoring and tracking activities and milestones to ensure they meet project briefs, timelines and budgets.

• Experience in gathering, collating and reporting data, and the preparation of reports and presentations.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with strong cross-cultural understanding.

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, meet tight deadlines and maintain excellent attention to detail.

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).

Applications Close

Applications will close on Friday 27th March at 11.55PM (AEST), please note we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.

Why Join Us?

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 fabulous staff benefits on offer when you work at Macquarie University:

• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements

• 17% Superannuation

• Subsidised onsite parking options

• Extensive training and professional development programs

• Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents

• Onsite vacation care during school holidays

• Discounted health insurance

• Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support

• Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

27/03/2026 11:59 PM

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