Adelaide University

Opening the doors to students in 2026, Adelaide University is transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it is a place of excellence and equity, where a vibrant community of over 11,000 staff united by purpose are building a university that inspires Australia's future change-makers and leads to a better tomorrow. With values of Trust, Inclusivity, Ambition, Respect, and Discovery at the heart of everything it does, Adelaide University is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where everyone feels genuinely valued and empowered to thrive. A unique opportunity exists for a foundational People and Culture leader with the remit to develop a new comprehensive strategy that is fully aligned with the University’s new mission, values, and long-range strategic goals. Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, the DVC will work with leaders to build a workforce and culture that enables the University to deliver on its strategy and ensure a modern, positive, high-performing workplace for its staff and for the community. Demonstrating an ability to participate in whole-of-University decision making, dynamic candidates will possess transferrable experience from driving transformation and generating foundational structures in large, complex strategic and operational contexts, in addition to the professional credibility to execute the sophisticated demands of the role. Outstanding communication skills and a strong customer service ethos are essential, as are the abilities to influence, think creatively, act innovatively and exercise effective judgment in a dynamic environment. To learn more about this unique opportunity please contact our advising consultants Alun Parry and Mike Atter at Boyden on mike.atter@boyden.com Applications close on 2 February 2026.