Enterprise Professor - Financial Services Platform

Role type: Part-time (0.6 FTE), Fixed-term for 2 years

Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology

Reports To: Deputy Dean - Engagement

Salary: Level D - $183,859 - $202,556 (pro-rata) p.a. plus 17% super 

Level E - $236,824 (pro-rata) p.a. plus 17% super

• Influential industry-facing academic role / connect financial service leaders with world-leading engineering and IT research / flexible 0.6 FTE senior appointment.
• Apply now to lead high-impact collaborations that help the financial services sector solve complex, real-world challenges.
• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 

The University of Melbourne 

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Your next career opportunity 

In this senior Enterprise role, you will connect financial services leaders with FEIT’s world-class researchers. You will shape strategic partnerships that address complex industry challenges across banking, insurance, superannuation and emerging sectors. You will also enjoy significant autonomy, executive visibility and flexibility through a part-time, fixed-term appointment.

What you will deliver: 

• Identify sector trends and innovation opportunities across financial services, linking them to FEIT’s research strengths.
• Develop, negotiate and secure strategic industry partnerships that generate impact, revenue and long-term collaboration opportunities.
• Match industry needs with multidisciplinary research teams, co-designing proposals, white papers and funded projects.
• Provide senior advice, networks and insight to the Platform Leader, strengthening the platform’s strategic positioning and reach.
• Mentor platform staff in industry engagement, building capability in partnership development and executive-level relationship management.

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Offer extensive senior experience in banking, insurance, superannuation or broader financial services sectors.
• Demonstrate a strong track record in business development, partnership creation and industry-funded initiatives.
• Maintain a contemporary, influential professional network and confidently leverage relationships for strategic outcomes.
• Understand emerging research and technology challenges affecting financial services, including data, digital transformation and regulation.
• Provide experienced leadership, mentoring and coaching to build others’ confidence in engaging senior industry stakeholders.
• Navigate complex organisations and governance, ideally with experience at the interface of industry, universities or government.

For further information please refer to the attached PD. 

What we offer you! 

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: 

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being 
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company 
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program 

For more information check out our benefits page! 

Your new team – Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology 

You will join the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, a global leader in engineering and computing. FEIT’s Financial Services Platform connects multidisciplinary researchers with industry partners to tackle sector-wide challenges and opportunities. The team is collaborative, outward-facing and impact-driven, working closely with banks, insurers, superannuation funds and regulators. You will be supported by experienced professional and academic colleagues, with clear strategic direction through FEIT 2035.

Be Yourself 

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• This role is eligible for visa sponsorship and we welcome international applicants. If successful, we will support you through this process.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, or to our recruitment process email Shabon Nawabi at shabon.nawabi@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: Monday 6th July 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. 

Position Description:  JR-013629 Enterprise Professor - Financial Services Platform PD.pdf

JR-013629 Enterprise Professor - Financial Services Platform PD Accessible.doc