<p>• Executive Leadership opportunity within a leading Catholic, independent school for girls </p><p>• Strategic, Governance and Growth Focus </p><p>• Work with innovative, passionate, supportive and inspiring colleagues </p><p>Loreto Normanhurst is a leading Sydney Independent, Catholic, day and boarding school for girls in Years 5-12. Working at Loreto Normanhurst means being part of a caring, faith filled community, rich in history, tradition and innovation, where commitment to excellence and professionalism are valued in every role. </p><p>Loreto Normanhurst seeks to appoint a collaborative and entrepreneurial leader to the position of Director of Business Services. As a member of the School Leadership Team, the Director of Business Services will provide high-level advice and support to the Principal, the School Board and its committees. </p><p>Reporting to the Principal, the Director of Business Services is responsible for fulfilling the role of Company Secretary and leading the financial and commercial operations of the school including; insurance, contract management, property management and all of the capital assets of the school. Key areas of focus will include ongoing projects, capital works, quality, risk, compliance, and the further development of systems and processes. </p><p>The ideal candidate will be a strategic and operational leader with demonstrated strong financial, risk and governance experience gained within a large independent school or similar environment. Presenting with a positive outlook and exemplary relationship and team building skills, the successful candidate will display high energy and a hands-on approach to leadership and mentoring. </p><p>High level organisational, planning, analytical and strategic thinking abilities will support a consultative decision-making style. The appointee will be aligned to the values and ethos of Loreto Normanhurst and support the School’s holistic learning philosophy. Relevant tertiary qualifications are essential. </p><p>The role is a full-time fixed term contract (3 years) with the possibility of renewal. The start date will be negotiated with the successful candidate. </p><p>Applicants must submit a cover letter addressed to Ms Ugonotti, the Principal, a CV and copies of relevant qualifications or certifications. More information about this role and how to apply can be found on the School’s website: www.loretonh.nsw.edu.au </p><p>Closing Date – 8 December 2021 </p><p>All staff are expected to actively support the Catholic, and specifically Loreto, ethos of the school. The successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check from the Office of the Children&#39;s Guardian. The current Public Health Order requires that all school staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work on site, evidence of your vaccination status will be required as a condition of your employment. </p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>