About UNSW
UNSW Sydney is a world-leading university, known for driving progress that benefits everyone. Since its foundation in 1949, its collective aim has been to make a positive global societal impact, improving and transforming lives through excellence in research and outstanding learning and teaching.
A member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8), a coalition of Australia’s leading research-intensive universities, UNSW is ranked in the top 20 universities globally. It has an international reputation for research breakthroughs in a range of fields, including inequality, climate change, renewable energy and quantum computing.
UNSW ranks #1 in Australia for employment outcomes, with work integrated learning a key part of its job-ready education approach, ensuring students graduate with relevant, sought-after skills. Students from across Australia and around the world benefit from international and regional partnerships, globally renowned academics and state-of-the-art facilities. With a strong culture of entrepreneurship, UNSW has graduated some of Australia’s most significant founders and business leaders.
About UNSW Business School
UNSW Business School’s aspiration is to advance economic and social prosperity in a way that improves all lives in society. It equips graduates, academics, thought leaders and partners with the tools and knowledge to drive meaningful change and challenges conventional thinking by uncovering insights that spark bold new ideas and reimagining business education for lifelong impact.
Consistently ranked among the world’s best business schools, UNSW Business School is a powerhouse of research and innovation, reflected in independent international rankings, and is also recognised for employer reputation, student experience and graduate outcomes.
UNSW Business School draws on global connections, an exceptional alumni network, prestigious accreditations, and government and industry funding to drive innovation, leadership and transformation.
This leadership opportunity
As the Dean of the UNSW Business School, you will play a pivotal role with responsibility for shaping and delivering the University’s strategic vision, providing leadership and operational oversight, and fostering a culture of excellence in teaching and learning, research and impact. The Dean will also play a critical role in strengthening partnerships with industry, government, alumni and the global stakeholder community.
UNSW has now embarked on a global search for the next Dean of the UNSW Business School. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished and dynamic individual to lead this vibrant and successful School to even greater heights in teaching and learning, research and innovation.
Are you the visionary leader to drive the next chapter?
The next Dean of UNSW Business School will demonstrate the energy, integrity and generosity of spirit to engage and galvanise a diverse community of global scholars, professional staff, students and alumni.
To accomplish this, the Dean will collaborate with UNSW’s senior executive team, the School’s faculty, staff and alumni, and develop and enable high-performing teams. The next Dean will demonstrate a collegiate and collaborative approach, fostering a culture of trust and accountability, uniting all members of their community in guiding UNSW Business School to further success.
To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact Perrett Laver via email at UNSWDeanofBusiness@perrettlaver.com
Applications close on Thursday 29th January 2026.
To apply, please upload your curriculum vitae and supporting cover letter quoting reference number 8216.
