We're Hiring: UQP Executive Assistant
An exciting opportunity is available for an Executive Assistant to join the University of Queensland Press (UQP).
About This Opportunity
Join University of Queensland Press (UQP) as an Executive Assistant and play a key role behind the scenes of one of Australia's most respected university publishers. Working closely with the Director and broader team, you will be the go-to person who keeps things moving, creates connections and ensures the office runs seamlessly. From providing trusted executive support to building relationships across UQ and with the wider literary, government and community sectors, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution in a creative and intellectually vibrant environment. Bring your initiative, exceptional organisational skills and collaborative approach, and help UQP continue to champion great stories, fresh ideas and diverse voices.
Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Support the Director in delivering strategic initiatives, projects and organisational programs, ensuring alignment with University policies and business objectives.
- Provide high-level administrative and committee support, including secretarial services for the UQP Acquisitions Committee, meeting coordination, minute-taking and document management.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating communication, providing advice and supporting the coordination of strategic activities.
- Coordinate key UQP programs and administrative processes, including government operating grants, reporting and the end-to-end administration of the UQP awards program.
- Oversee business and office operations, including financial administration, accounts payable and receivable, procurement, supplier and contractor onboarding, events and office systems.
For further information please click here to view the information booklet.
Applications close Wednesday 18 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST.
