Leading at AUT
At AUT, leadership is active, not ceremonial. Leaders here – academic and professional alike – are trusted to make things better, backed to develop and expected to bring their values to everything they do.
This is a place where your leadership has real reach – shaping the experience of students and staff across three campuses, driving change in education, research and community and developing the people who'll take AUT forward.
What AUT offers leaders
A voice that's respected
Your voice as a leader is heard here. Your vision is respected and your ambitions are backed. AUT is committed to developing leaders who guide with integrity and empathy, not just authority.
Leadership development through the Leadership Hub
Leadership development at AUT is substantive – through advanced learning opportunities, bespoke leadership development programmes, and mentoring from experienced academics and professionals. You shape your own career trajectory while inspiring others to grow.
Wellbeing support for leaders
Leading well starts with looking after yourself, professionally and personally. Wellbeing support is built into how we lead at AUT, so our leaders stay resilient and energised as they guide their teams.
Influence that reaches beyond your team
Lead collaborative projects that drive positive change in education, research, community and the wider world. Bold thinking is welcomed here – and the impact you make can reach well beyond your immediate team.
Why lead at AUT?
- Work that has direct impact on students, communities and the wider world
- A diverse, connected leadership community – network and collaborate with inspiring leaders across disciplines and campuses
- Targeted leadership pathways and tailored career support for both academic and professional staff
- Recognition and reward for the work you do
- Opportunities to drive innovative initiatives in education, research and community impact
- Flexible working arrangements to empower effective and balanced leadership
AUT People Plan
At AUT, our people are the plan. Our People Plan – Thriving People, Thriving Future – sets out how we develop capability, build belonging and lead with our values, for every person, across every campus, through to 2030.
Staff benefits
Great work deserves great support. Find out what AUT offers its people, from leave and flexible working to development, wellbeing and everything in between.
Leadership roles at AUT
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