Business Manager
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 27 July 2025
Overseeing the financial, operational, and administrative functions of a school environment. Work alongside school leadership to drive strategic planning, manage resources, and ensure compliance across finance, HR, and governance.
<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong>$106,142 plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Full-time <br><strong>Eligibility: </strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Negotiable </p>
<p><strong>About Lumen Christi Catholic College </strong></p>
<p>Lumen Christi Catholic College is a vibrant co-educational Kindergarten to Year 12 College located in beautiful Pambula Beach on the Far South Coast of New South Wales. The College implements programs and curriculum that foster strong relationships, support student growth, promote inclusion and ensure learning remains relevant and meaningful. Students are instilled a deep sense of responsibility as stewards of their coastal environment and are encouraged to 'Be the Light of Christ' so they can be the best they can be, whether academically, on the sporting field, in the arts or simply in the way they support their peers. </p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong> </p>
<p>The Business Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of the school, overseeing a broad range of administrative, financial, and operational functions. This position supports the Principal and leadership team, by providing strategic advice and ensuring compliance with financial regulations, human resource practices, and governance frameworks. This role includes managing budgeting and reporting processes, coordinating capital works and resource allocation, and maintaining strong risk management and operational systems. The Business Manager also leads support staff, promotes a culture of continuous improvement, and ensures that the school’s resources are aligned with its educational goals. As a key liaison with external partners and stakeholders, the Business Manager contributes to a professional, collaborative, and future-focused school environment.</p>
<p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong> </p>
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<li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) </li>
<li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) </li>
<li>Support for professional development and study opportunities </li>
<li>Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish </li>
<li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice </li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
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<li>NSW Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) registration.</li>
<li>Current First Aid Certificate</li>
<li>Tertiary qualification and registration in a relevant field - Certified Practising Accountant (CPA), Charted Accountant (CA), Human Resources (HR) and/or Educational Administration.</li>
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<p><strong>Application Process </strong></p>
<p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.<br><br>
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.</p>
<p>For further information about the School please visit our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lumen.nsw.edu.au/ ">website.</a> Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>. </p>
<p><strong>Position-specific queries: </strong>Please contact Adrian Wels on 02 6495 8888 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:adrian.wels@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Business%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>adrian.wels@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Business%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:adrian.wels@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Business%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">adrian.wels@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>. <br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Business%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Business%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Business%20Manager%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>. <br><br>
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<p> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505581/business-manager">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>