Head of School, School of Accounting, Governance and Regulation at GDG on Campus | University of Sydney

Darlington, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Financial Management, Operational Management, Curriculum Development, Research Excellence, Student Success, People Management, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Interdisciplinary Teaching, Collaboration, Accreditation Standards, Positive Workplace Culture, Academic Excellence, Sustainability, Ethics

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Full time, fixed term for up to 5 years with a continuing professorial appointment Opportunity to contribute to world-class research with real-world impact in a highly collaborative environment Offering a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation About the opportunity The University of Sydney Business School is undergoing an exciting transformation, moving from nine disciplines to six schools to enable greater leadership opportunities, balanced resources, and more impactful interdisciplinary teaching and research. As Head of School, you will be a key member of the Faculty Leadership Group and lead the school’s leadership team. This pivotal role shapes and executes the overall faculty strategy at the school level, ensuring alignment with university policies and external standards. You will set, communicate, and achieve academic and operational objectives, including curriculum development, research and education strategies, resource allocation, talent management, and external engagement. You will also manage the school’s budget to ensure financial sustainability, while fostering a positive workplace culture and role modelling the University’s values. Your leadership will inspire academic excellence, enhance the student experience, maintain accreditation standards, and further strengthen the school’s reputation nationally and internationally. About the School of Accounting, Governance and Regulation (AGR) The School of Accounting, Governance and Regulation is one of Australia’s most respected and recognised centres for scholarship and education in accounting, governance, ethics, and regulation, with deep expertise in sustainability. Ranked #3 in Australia and #39 globally for Accounting and Finance (QS 2025), AGR occupies a distinctive position at the intersection of professional practice, public policy, and academic excellence and advances work that strengthens transparency, accountability, and trust across markets, institutions, and society. AGR is home to a highly accomplished academic community with influence well beyond the academy. Its scholars are internationally recognised for impactful research, policy leadership, and senior editorial roles with leading journals, alongside contributions to global forums including the United Nations. AGR is distinguished by strong professional integration, underpinned by long-standing relationships with accounting and legal professions, regulators, and standard-setting bodies. These partnerships underpin strong professional accreditation outcomes, a highly engaged research culture, and a curriculum that develops advanced capabilities in judgement, ethics, analysis, and narrative reasoning, guided by an active Professional Advisory Board. AGR is a leader in teaching excellence and research with real-world impact. It has the highest proportion of education-focused academics across the new schools and an award-winning teaching profile that prepares graduates to lead with integrity in complex environments. Research excellence is characterised by ARC performance, added funding from regulators and professional bodies, and distinctive strengths in qualitative, field-based, sustainability, and interdisciplinary research spanning law, political economy, science, and environmental studies. For a prospective Head of School, AGR offers an outstanding opportunity to lead a globally ranked, professionally trusted School whose teaching and research engage with the most pressing challenges of our time. Driven by a commitment to social impact, the school is well-positioned to deepen its contributions across sustainability, governance, and professional practice. About you (skills, capabilities and experience) We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader with: A wide network of established relationships with key academic, industry, and professional institutions, partners, and stakeholders. In-depth knowledge of strategic issues in the higher education sector. Proven skills and experience in financial and operational management. A strong understanding of academic leadership, from curriculum design to research excellence and student success. Demonstrated experience in people leadership and management within the higher education or knowledge sector. Your ability to inspire, influence, and lead will be critical in shaping the future of the school and contributing to the University’s reputation for excellence. Key benefits a University contribution of 17% of your base salary to your superannuation fund tax-efficient salary packaging options for cars, laptops, and additional contributions to your superannuation fund generous relocation allowance if moving from interstate or overseas access to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centers gain the recognition of working in a leading University. Term and remuneration The successful candidate will be offered up to a 5 year fixed term position on a full-time basis, with a professorial appointment in an appropriate discipline in the school and will retain that position at the conclusion of their headship. The appointment is subject to completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. Please refer to the candidate information brochure and position description for further details. Click to view the Candidate Information Brochure for this role. You can also obtain a link to the brochure by contacting Alistair.Clark@odgers.com Click to view the Position Description for this role. 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. The university has engaged executive search firm Odgers to assist with this appointment who will support the Selection Committee to identify the widest possible field of qualified candidates and to assess candidates against the requirements for the role. For a confidential conversation concerning the Heads of the Schools of Accounting, Governance and Regulation; Business Analytics and Marketing; or Finance, please contact: Dr Alistair Clark on Alistair.Clark@odgers.com Mazin Almaimani on +61 3 8375 7408 or Mazin.Almaimani@odgers.com © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Applications Close Monday 02 March 2026 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. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. The University of Sydney may conduct routine pre-employment checks before an appointment is made. Want to know more about working at the University of Sydney? https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us.html

Responsibilities

As Head of School, you will lead the school’s leadership team and shape the overall faculty strategy, ensuring alignment with university policies. You will manage the school’s budget, foster a positive workplace culture, and enhance the student experience.