Future Student Engagement Consultant

• Fixed term until December 2026
• Salary (GO7) $106,094 + 17% Superannuation
• Located on our vibrant Perth Campus in Bentley!

Reference Number: 984207

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Future Student Engagement Lead to join our dynamic University Marketing team. This is a pivotal role working closely with the Manager, Future Student Engagement to support the development and implementation of innovative outreach strategies that drive student recruitment and promote Curtin University as a first-choice education provider.

University study pathways have the potential to open people up to many exciting career and life opportunities. Perhaps you’ve even studied a university degree yourself and can personally attest to this? If you’re excited by the idea of helping a team build strong relationships with key WA School and TAFE stakeholders to show students the benefits of choosing a Curtin degree, this could be the role for you!

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the review and enhancement of team workflows and processes to deliver high-quality, sales-focused outreach initiatives aligned with university recruitment objectives.
• Support development and implementation of annual outreach strategies targeting key future student groups and identifying new growth opportunities.
• Champion best-practice outreach initiatives and support a high-performing, customer-centric team, driving continuous development, service planning, and strategic training initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership to support scalable outreach and recruitment planning.
• Support the application of account-based marketing approaches to future student engagement.
• Work with digital marketing teams to enhance lead generation, nurture and conversion strategies using automation platforms and analytics.
• Implement digital engagement solutions that effectively complement face-to-face activities.
• Stay well-informed about Curtin’s courses, pathways, and support offerings to you are well-informed to ensure accurate and persuasive communication with stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with WA schools, education providers, and partner organisations, representing Curtin in external forums.
• Ensure outreach activities align with Curtin’s risk management policies and compliance requirements.
• Evaluate outreach performance, report on KPIs, and use insights to inform continuous improvement and strategy.

Who we are looking for/Selection Criteria:

• Proven ability to lead, mentor and support a high-performing team with strong planning and organisational skills.

• Demonstrated success in implementing student outreach and marketing strategies in a complex environment.

• Outstanding communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities both internally and externally.

• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills.

• Strong understanding of client service excellence and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.Role Requirements:

• As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role

• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

• This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check

• Ability to work outside of normal office hours when required.

• A level of fitness commensurate with the position.Your new Team:
  We are a small, hard-working team that forms part of the broader University Marketing team. We work closely with our colleagues in the Marketing Operations and Engagement, and Faculty and Student Services teams, enabling ongoing professional development opportunities for our staff.

  About Curtin University

  We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

  What We Offer You:

  Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options includi