Academic Appointments Partner

About the role

The Academic Appointments Partner supports the end‑to‑end appointment lifecycle for faculty and researchers, ensuring a smooth, professional experience for candidates and academic leaders.

Key responsibilities

• Administer the full academic appointment process, from recruitment support and contract preparation to reappointments.
• Coordinate interview scheduling, candidate communications, and on‑campus recruitment events.
• Liaise with Deans, Department Chairs and senior leadership to guide them through appointment procedures.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, Research and other offices to manage contracts, onboarding, visa processing, relocation and benefits.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records in applicant tracking and appointment systems, ensuring compliance with university policies and accreditation standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration, business administration or a related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in academic administration, HR operations or related higher‑education roles.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with HR information systems (HRIS) and workflow management tools.
• Experience handling data management and reporting in recruitment contexts.