Admissions Manager

The University of Auckland seeks three Admissions Managers to provide strategic and operational leadership for distinct admissions portfolios (Postgraduate/Doctoral, Undergraduate/Training/QA, or Selection/Interview). Key responsibilities include leading teams, improving services, and supporting recruitment goals. Applicants must have significant management experience with high-volume, deadline-driven operations, data analysis skills, and strong stakeholder relationship management.

• For more detailed information, please refer to the position description
• We have a structured salary framework with three zones for those developing into the role (developing), fully effective (target) and contributing beyond what is expected of the role (upper).
• Any offer will be made within the advertised range and guided by fairness, consistency, and our commitment to pay equity .
• An opportunity has arisen to join our Admissions leadership team within Student Operations. We are recruiting 3x Admissions Managers , comprising of two permanent opportunities and one fixed-term/secondment opportunity (12-month term), each fulltime and with responsibility for a distinct admissions portfolio.
• Lead and develop high-performing admissions teams to deliver excellent service outcomes.
• Implement operational strategies that support admissions, enrolment and conversion targets.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships across faculties, service divisions and external stakeholders.
• Drive service enhancements, process improvements and systems optimisation initiatives.
• Monitor performance, analyse data and provide insights to support informed decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with University regulations, policies and relevant sector requirements.
• The salary range for this role is $98,700 – $121,900 depending on skills and experience.
• Placement within the salary band will consider skills, experience, and internal equity.

• You are a people-centred leader who brings energy, sound judgement, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• You have a natural ability to bring people together, foster collaboration, and create clarity in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working with both detail and the bigger picture, you take a proactive approach to solving problems and driving meaningful outcomes.

• The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:
• Flexible employment practices and a culture that supports work-life balance
• Career development programmes
• 6.75% superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave
• For more information, please visit Staff Benefits .
• The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.
• For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz