Manager, Academic Content (Financial Advice)

• 26 days’ annual leave, including 1 for your birthday
• Apply your financial advice knowledge and experience
• Work flexibly – work from home and the office each week
• Permanent full-time position based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane

Role

Kaplan Professional is seeking an experienced Manager, Academic Content (Financial Advice) to lead the development and delivery of high-quality educational content across our Financial Advice programs.

This is a senior leadership role where you will manage a team of academics, administrators and content specialists, working alongside industry experts to create engaging, compliant, and innovative digital learning experiences.

You will play a key role in shaping curriculum, ensuring academic quality, and driving innovation in content design across Higher Education, Vocational Education, Continuing Education and bespoke programs.

If you have a passion for financial advice, education, and leading high-performing teams, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, production, and quality assurance of Financial Advice content across all programs
• Ensure content meets academic standards, learning outcomes, and regulatory requirements (including Financial Adviser Standards)
• Drive continuous improvement of course materials to maintain industry relevance and quality
• Manage and analyse student performance data and support governance processes
• Lead and manage a team of academics and content creators, including coaching and development
• Build and manage relationships with external subject matter experts (SMEs)
• Oversee student engagement activities including discussion forums and content-related queries
• Collaborate with internal teams (instructional design, multimedia, sales, and operations) to deliver high-quality digital learning experiences

Requirements

• Masters or higher qualification in Financial Planning, Financial Advice, or related discipline
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in an education environment
• At least 5 years’ experience in financial advice or a related financial services field
• Experience in learning design and delivery within Higher Education and/or Vocational Education
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards in financial advice
• Excellent writing, research, and ability to translate complex concepts into engaging content
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Don't delay in submitting your application. Applications close 11th June 2026.

Kaplan Professional

Kaplan Professional is Australia’s major provider of financial planning, applied finance, real estate, mortgage broking, insurance & leadership online higher education, vocational education and corporate courses and programs. Our Sydney office, by Wynyard station, comprises around 150 people who work in a range of professional and academic roles. We also have staff in other locations around Australia, both in office environments and working remotely.

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