ABOUT THE COMPANY
King’s Own Institute (KOI) is a well-established and globally connected higher education provider committed to delivering high-quality, student-centred learning experiences. With a strong reputation across business and higher education, KOI combines academic excellence with innovation, industry relevance and a diverse, collaborative culture.
As the institute continues to grow and evolve, this is an exciting chance to join the executive academic leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of learning and teaching across the organisation.

ABOUT THE ROLE
This is an opportunity to join the executive leadership team of one of Australia’s leading private higher education providers, partnering closely with the Vice President (Academic) to shape the future of learning and teaching across the institute.
Reporting to the Vice President (Academic), the Director Learning & Teaching will provide strategic leadership across Academic Services, working closely with Heads of School, Program Leaders and senior stakeholders to drive academic excellence, curriculum innovation, governance and regulatory compliance. You will influence learning and teaching strategy while overseeing academic operations across online, hybrid and on-campus delivery.
This is a leadership role first and foremost. While academic credibility and regulatory expertise are essential, success in this role will come from your ability to engage people, build relationships, coach leaders and create a high-performing Academic Services function. You will bring a visible, collaborative leadership style, influence through relationships and create an environment where people feel supported, accountable and motivated to deliver exceptional outcomes for students.

DUTIES

- Lead the implementation and monitoring of the Learning & Teaching Plan and associated KPIs
- Provide visible and collaborative leadership to the Academic Services team, building capability,



engagement and accountability
- Drive academic quality, governance and compliance across all learning and teaching activities
- Partner with Heads of School and Program Leaders to strengthen collaboration and enhance curriculum design and delivery
- Lead course development, reaccreditation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Oversee Academic Services operations, including examinations, timetabling, academic integrity and student support processes
- Mentor, coach and develop academic and professional staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance
- Develop innovative learning strategies across online, hybrid and face-to-face delivery
- Monitor student learning outcomes and implement initiatives to improve engagement and experience
- Support and contribute to Academic Board, Learning & Teaching Committee and Course Advisory Boards
- Act as deputy to the Vice President (Academic) when required

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

- Doctorate qualification in a relevant discipline
- Significant leadership experience within Australian higher education
- Strong understanding of TEQSA, HESF, AQF and broader higher education compliance frameworks
- Proven experience leading learning and teaching strategy, quality assurance and curriculum innovation
- Demonstrated success leading, motivating and developing multidisciplinary academic and professional teams
- Strong track record of building collaborative relationships and influencing senior academic stakeholders
- Experience across online, hybrid and contemporary learning environments
- Strong analytical,



reporting and decision-making capabilities
- Exceptional communication, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills
- A visible, authentic and collaborative leadership style, with the ability to build trust, develop people and drive positive outcomes

BENEFITS

- Executive leadership opportunity with genuine strategic influence
- Join a respected and growing higher education provider
- Lead and develop a dedicated Academic Services function while influencing learning and teaching across the institute
- Opportunity to shape future-focused learning and teaching practices
- Collaborative and culturally diverse leadership environment
- Robust organisational commitment to innovation and continuous improvement
- Potential for the role to convert into a permanent opportunity
- Career-defining opportunity within academic leadership

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS
At Lotus People, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process.
Every application we receive is reviewed by a real person, never by AI. If your experience aligns with the requirements of the role, a consultant will be in touch within 7 business days for an initial phone screen. Shortlisted candidates will then proceed to a virtual interview with the consultant managing the role.
Due to the volume of applications and the specific nature of our briefs, we are unable to take phone enquiries about roles before an application is submitted.
We ask that all interested candidates please apply online and wait to hear from us. Rest assured, we respond to every applicant, regardless of the outcome, so you will not be left wondering.
Lotus People are proud to have been awarded Best Agency for Candidate Experience for five consecutive years. We look forward to providing you with a positive and respectful experience.

📌 Director of Teaching & Learning (Sydney)
🏢 Lotus Executive Search
📍 Sydney