Senior Adviser, Corporate Communications

Job No.: 685739

Location: Mulgrave

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: Continuing appointment

Remuneration: $120,138 - $132,610 pa HEW Level 08 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Advisor, Corporate Communications to join our University Marketing, Admissions and Communications (UMAC) Division and make an impact!

In this role, you will apply your advanced communications expertise to lead and deliver complex corporate communications projects that align with the University’s strategic priorities. You will develop and implement effective communication strategies and plans that drive engagement with diverse target audiences and strengthen the Monash brand. Working closely with the Senior Manager and key stakeholders, you will oversee the production of high-impact publications such as the University’s Annual Report, strategic plans, and executive briefings, ensuring all initiatives meet timeframes, budgets, and quality standards.

You will also provide expert advice and training to senior management, staff, and students, fostering strong partnerships across business units and external providers. By monitoring performance metrics and continuously improving processes, you will enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of communications across multiple channels. This role requires strong organisational skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a focus on the University’s reputation and stakeholder expectations.

To succeed in this role, you will have substantial experience in communications planning and delivery, with a proven ability to translate organisational goals into effective university-wide strategies. You will demonstrate strong skills in managing complex communications initiatives from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and deadlines. Highly developed planning and organisational abilities are essential for prioritising tasks and allocating resources efficiently. Excellent relationship management and consulting skills are also required, including the ability to influence, negotiate, and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.

If you’re a strategic communicator with a passion for driving impactful initiatives and building strong partnerships, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic Communications team.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.

At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Learn more about Monash.

Today, we have the momentum to create the future we need for generations to come. Accelerate your change here. 

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Liam Sharp, Senior Manager Corporate Communications at Liam.Sharp@monash.edu 

Position Description: Senior Adviser, Corporate Communications

Applications Close: Tuesday 18th November 2025 at 11:55pm AEDT