Job Description

ABOUT STANLEY COLLEGE

Stanley College is a leading independent provider of Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training, delivering industry aligned, career focused education across campuses in Perth and Adelaide. We are committed to developing job ready graduates and fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace where our people can thrive.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a full-time, permanent position based in West Perth Campus. The successful candidate will report to the Head of Course Development, with functional reporting to the Academic Registrar and Dean, Higher Education.

The Higher Education Academic Compliance Specialist supports academic compliance, accreditation, and quality assurance activities across Stanley College’s Higher Education portfolio. The role is responsible for ensuring that courses, academic policies, and supporting documentation align with TEQSA requirements, the Higher Education Standards Framework, and internal governance processes. Working closely with academic and professional staff, the successful candidate will support course development and review, accreditation submissions, policy updates, and regulatory reporting while contributing to continuous improvement and compliance across the Higher Education department.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational and advisory support for higher education compliance, accreditation, and quality assurance activities, including TEQSA registration, course accreditation, and regulatory reporting requirements
• Support course development and review processes to ensure course documentation, assessments, and academic materials align with regulatory standards and internal governance frameworks
• Review, maintain, and coordinate compliance-related documentation, evidence repositories, policies, procedures, and audit materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness
• Collaborate with academic and professional staff to identify compliance risks, provide practical guidance, and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Act as the key liaison between the Higher Education department and the central Compliance Office, ensuring effective communication and timely submission of compliance materials
• Monitor regulatory updates and provide support in interpreting and applying higher education compliance requirements across courses and academic processes

Experience and Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrated experience in academic compliance, accreditation, quality assurance, or governance within the Australian higher education sector
• Strong working knowledge of TEQSA requirements and the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021
• Experience supporting course approvals, accreditation activities, regulatory submissions, or audit processes
• Experience maintaining compliance registers, evidence repositories, and governance documentation
• Familiarity with higher education course development, academic governance, or academic quality functions (desirable)

Skills

• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and quality assurance focus
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear, regulator-ready documentation Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements in a practical higher education context
• Collaborative stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Proactive, solution-focused, and professional approach to compliance and risk management
• High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

At Stanley College, you’ll be part of a people first organisation where your contribution genuinely matters. We offer a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative workplace that supports professional growth while making a meaningful difference in students’ lives.

You’ll work alongside passionate, diverse colleagues in an environment that champions wellbeing, flexibility where possible, and recognition for your efforts. Most importantly, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to delivering career ready education and positive outcomes for students from all backgrounds.

Employee benefits

• Work in modern and centrally located campuses
• Flexible working arrangements, where operationally possible
• Employment Hero Perk Box access
• Staff discounts at CU29
• 24/7 access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

At Stanley College, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. Inclusion is good for our team, our students, and the wider community. We are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and equitably, regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We strive to provide equality of opportunity and an inclusive experience for everyone who works at Stanley College.

If this role aligns with your skills and aspirations, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter containing your experience and suitability for this role.