Product Owner - Student Experience

Who we are? 
At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities – and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.  
 
Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous – with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do.  
 
What’s the job? 
We are seeking two dynamic and driven Product Owners to join our team and play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions that enhance the student journey. Collaborating with the Product Manager, you will define and prioritise product features, build capability roadmaps, and lead technical delivery with a dedicated squad. Your work will directly impact business goals and elevate user experience through high-quality product outcomes. 

We are looking for two Product Owners to support the following key focus areas: 

Growth and Enrolment Experience 

• Drive improvements from Recruitment to Enrolment 

• Support Marketing strategies with technology to attract prospective students 

Student Experience and Support 

• Enhance Student Enablers and Support services 

• Support Student Management and Student Lifecycle processes 

If you are passionate about creating impactful products and thrive in cross-functional collaboration, we want to hear from you! Apply now to shape the future of student engagement and success. 

Day-to-day accountabilities: 
Accountabilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• Roadmap Development and Execution: Deliver a clear and actionable product roadmap that drives business growth, creates efficiencies and meets stakeholder expectations. Define a clear strategy for the technology within scope of the portfolio. 

• Technical Delivery: Achieve high levels of efficiency and quality in product delivery, resulting in successful product releases. 

• Stakeholder Management: Achieve high levels of stakeholder satisfaction and engagement, ensuring their needs and expectations are met. 

• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, leading to enhanced product delivery processes. 

• Leadership and Team Development: Build and maintain a high-performing, motivated, and engaged squad that consistently delivers high-quality products. 

• Budget and Resource Management: Ensure efficient and effective use of resources, delivering products on time and within budget. 

Who you are: 

You are a seasoned professional with extensive experience in digital and technology leadership. You excel in leading cross-functional teams, driving product innovation, and delivering high-impact solutions. Your strong technical expertise, combined with excellent communication and leadership skills, makes you the ideal candidate for this role. 

Experience: 

• Minimum 15 years of experience across digital and technology industries 

• At least 5 years of leadership experience 

Technical Skills: 

• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) 

• Experience with product management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) 

• Knowledge of software development processes and lifecycle 

Soft Skills: 

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities 

• Proven leadership experience in managing high-performing teams 

• Ability to collaborate effectively across various departments 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience 

• Professional certifications are highly desirable 

To read the full job description please click here. 

This is a full time permanent position with hybrid flexibility to work from home and a campus near you. 

 
Why join us?  
Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, Australian Financial Review named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.  

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.  

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.  

What we offer: 
We support your personal passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At  

Torrens University Australia, you’ll benefit from:     

• Study free in a course/degree related to your position     

• B Corp certified university – values driven, and purpose led 

• Access to internal opportunities - Be supported to learn, grow and move across the organisation       

Hiring process: 
We aim to provide you with the information you need at each stage of this process to help you present your best self. If you have any accessibility requirements, please contact your recruiter at Nikeey.silwal@torrens.edu.au for confidential support. We are committed to ensuring an equitable, barrier-free application process and have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you throughout the recruitment process. 

 
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.  
To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australia a great place to work, visit https://www.torrens.edu.au/blog. 

• Applications close: Friday 7th February 

• Job reference: R26166 

To ensure a fair and thorough review process, applications for this role will close on Friday 7th February. You can expect to hear from our Talent Acquisition team after this date with any updates about your applications.