SAE University College, part of the leading global education provider Navitas, delivers hands-on, industry-led higher education courses in Animation, Audio, Creative Industries, Design, Film, Games & Music.
With 52 campuses globally and 6 across Australia, SAE is part of a global creative media network, challenging and encouraging people to fulfil their creative potential, with a strategic vision to be the world’s leading educator for the creative industries.
SAE is seeking a passionate and strategic Industry Learning Partner (ILP) to elevate student employability and graduate outcomes across our national creative education network. This pivotal role builds and nurtures professional relationships with industry leaders, alumni, and creative organisations to deliver high-impact Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements, mentoring programs, and graduate engagement initiatives. The ILP facilitates national and local mentoring opportunities, connecting students and recent graduates with experienced professionals and successful alumni, while ensuring consistency and measurable outcomes across all programs.
Working cross-functionally with campus leadership, academic teams, marketing, and student experience, the ILP drives strategic industry engagement, coordinates placement logistics, and contributes to curriculum alignment through valuable insights and feedback. From onboarding mentors and hosts to validating non-placement WIL activities and ensuring compliance with TEQSA, Fair Work, WHS, and insurance standards, the ILP plays a critical role in preparing confident, industry-ready graduates. If you're driven by purpose, thrive on collaboration, and want to shape the future of creative education, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
QualificationsEssential Criteria:
- Bachelor's degree in career development, human resources, education, or creative industries
- Experience in career services, industry liaison, or student placement roles
- Understanding of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) models and career development principles
- Ability to operate within compliance frameworks (Fair Work, WHS, higher education standards)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building industry and stakeholder relationships
- Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Proficiency in CRM or database systems for contact management and reporting
Desirable Criteria:
- Network within creative industries and creative technologies
- Experience developing student mentoring, alumni engagement, or industry partnership programs
Additional Information
At SAE our employee perks and benefits include:
- Unlimited global career opportunities across the Navitas portfolio
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary packaging and novated leasing
- 2 paid volunteer days per year for your passionate causes
- Health & well-being packages including free counselling and well-being specialist support for employees and family members
- Discounted gym memberships, private health insurance, movie tickets, travel, hotels, insurance and selected retailers
- Access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities
Diversity Equity and Inclusion:
SAE University College, as part of Navitas, promotes and embraces an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, First Nations and Indigenous peoples, and people of diverse community groups. We believe equality, flexibility and diversity deliver a rich and collaborative environment. We strive to ensure that all our staff – no matter where they are from or who they are – feel safe, supported, and are given opportunities to thrive.
Join our team today and work alongside by industry-leading teachers who live and breathe their creative passion and understand what drives creativity in their students.
How to Apply:
- Submit your CV (if including a cover letter please note you can upload this on the 2nd page of the application process)
- Please note applicants are assessed upon receipt so you are encouraged to apply now.
About Navitas
Navitas is a leading global education provider that has helped generations of learners transform their lives through education. The Navitas portfolio employs over 5000 staff and supports over 60,000 students and encompasses a broad selection of partners, locations, and opportunities, including university pathway programs, English language qualifications, employment training, creative media training, and more.
