Associate Director - Portfolio Strategy
Online Education ServicesMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
Posted October 23, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Online Education Services (OES) was established to challenge and advance the online education industry, providing a new student-centric approach to adult education. Through partnerships with highly regarded Australian education providers, OES provides the expertise to create engaging online learning experiences for students who are not catered for by traditional campus-based offerings. In 2018, OES expanded its services and opened its first office in London, United Kingdom. Guided by the analysis of student data, OES continues to innovate the online education experience with its dedicated specialist services in online course design, student support and administration. For four years running (2014/15/16/17), OES has been named a Best Employer by Aon Hewitt. In 2017, OES was awarded the prestigious 2017 ‘Best of the Best’ award, having excelled at delivering an exceptionally positive workplace experience for employees. In 2015 OES topped the BRW Fast Starters list. The BRW Fast Starters list ranks Australia’s fastest growing, public and private, small and medium start-up businesses.
Job Description
OES is seeking a visionary Associate Director, Portfolio Strategy to lead the evolution of their Australian university partnerships. This strategic leadership role will focus on market intelligence, competitor analysis, and AI-powered innovation to shape course offerings and influence business decisions. The role emphasizes collaboration and a focus on delivering high-impact, future-focused portfolio strategy.
Requirements
- Proven experience in product or portfolio strategy, ideally in higher education or a related sector.
- Strong background in competitor analysis, market research, and translating insights into strategic action.
- A strategic thinker with commercial acumen and a passion for innovation.
- Comfortable working with AI tools and agents to enhance decision-making and user experience.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (postgraduate preferred).
Benefits
- Flexible, hybrid work
- Professional development and mentoring
- Health and wellbeing activities
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Paid parental leave
- Study assistance and leave for eligible employees
- Mental health support resources and Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Income protection insurance
- Corporate health insurance
