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• Employment Type: Full Time (35-hour week)
• Duration: 1-year fixed term contract
• Remuneration: Level 6 - $103,866 - $110,801 + 17% super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)

About the Faculty of Law & Justice

We rank 12^th globally according to the 2025 QS World University Rankings and are the top law school in Australia and the 2nd in the Asia-Pacific region. We are known for our commitment to academic excellence, innovative legal education, and impactful research, and this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to that legacy.

About the Role

The Teaching Support Officer - PLT provides support to PLT academics and teaching fellows in the delivery of PLT coursework as well as the Faculty’s Work Integrated Learning offerings. Working closely with the PLT academics, Professional Education Projects & Programs (PEPP) team, and faculty Teaching Support Team.

The role is responsible for providing strong administrative teaching support to key stakeholders to ensure the teaching function and its associated tasks across all the PLT programs are delivered efficiently and appropriately. The role reports to the Manager of PEPP, has a dotted line reporting to the Director of the PLT and School Manager of Law & Justice, and has no direct reports.

Responsibilities

As the Teaching Support Officer – PLT, you’ll play a critical role in coordinating academic teaching workloads, managing complex administrative processes across the Faculty and PLT programs, and in addition ensuring the smooth preparation of casual academic contracts. You’ll also provide essential support to your stakeholders in collecting data and preparing reports for external accrediting bodies—helping shape the future of professional legal training at UNSW.

Skills & Experience

(Selection criteria)

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and experience to analyse and resolve complex and sensitive issues efficiently and effectively.
• High proficiency in standard Microsoft applications and demonstrated ability to learn, implement, and promote new systems. Experience using a student management system would be highly regarded.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

For the full list of Selection Criteria, please refer to the position description.

UNSW Benefits and Culture 

We offer a competitive salary and access to a wide range of perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​
• Flexible working ​
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply

Submit your application online before Wednesday 15^th October 2025 at 11:55pm.

Your application should include your CV and a separate document addressing the Selection Criteria (the bullet points under the skills and experience heading on the position description). A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Contact

Anabel Wason – Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: a.wason@unsw.edu.au

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.