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Why your role matters

• Work with bleeding edge technology across the University including advanced engineering, medicine, AI, climate, quantum, renewable energy, materials, and more
• Upgrade your personal network with VC’s and entrepreneurs
• $123,044-$138,637 + 17% super + leave loading | Contract to Oct 2027
• Based at UNSW Kensington 

The New Ventures Team (NVT) within UNSW’s Industry and Innovation (I&I) portfolio is focused on accelerating the development and establishment of new spinout companies and actively managing and supporting our existing and growing portfolio companies. The initiative aligns with UNSW’s 2025 Strategic Plan to increase research translation and create societal impact from UNSW research and will continue to be a key strategic pillar for the University.

Reporting to the Senior Manager NVT, you will assist the team managing the existing portfolio companies, forming new ventures and facilitating effective funding of these promising start-ups. You will be building and fostering investor relationships with the view to grow the equity portfolio of UNSW’s New South Innovations Pty Ltd (NSi).

You will collaborate with UNSW’s external engagement teams to increase public recognition of the University’s leading entrepreneurial culture, cutting edge research and expertise within the academic and research community.

The Organisation

UNSW is not like other places you have worked at. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different is not only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:

• Flexible/hybrid working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements 
• Affordable parking on campus

Who you are

You have a relevant tertiary qualification and direct experience working with or in research-based spinouts or startups. We are open to candidates with background in investor relations, portfolio management or in venture capital. Importantly, you will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to negotiate, influence and build consensus at senior levels and with diverse stakeholders
• Planning and organisational skills, with experience in establishing priorities, allocating resources and meeting deadlines while working under pressure in a large, complex organisation
• Analytical and conceptual skills including demonstrated ability to quickly assimilate new concepts and information and deliver positive, innovative solutions
• Developing and writing content, including business cases for investors, industry, government and external audiences
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

To apply:  If supporting university startups and spinouts with the potential for global impact is of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter (including responses to Skills and Experience nominated in the Position Description.

Contact:  Shiree Thomas, Talent Acquisition Consultant e: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday 15^th June 2025

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.

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