Executive Assistant

Apply now Job no: 536104
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Administration

- Employment Type: Fixed Term 7 months
- Remuneration: $113k- $123k+ 17% Super & leave loading
- Location: Kensington, NSW (On-campus role, hybrid work arrangement available)

About UNSW
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter.

Why your Role Matters

The Executive Assistant plays a key role within the Division of Education and Student Experience (DESE) in providing high level executive support to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education and Student Experience.

The role of Executive Assistant entails complex diary management, responding and fielding complex enquiries using discretion and judgement. A primary part of the role is to provide advanced administrative and governance support.

Who you are:

As the Executive Assistant DESE you will be a confident communicator who can demonstrate professionalism and influence from the outset. You’ll navigate complex stakeholder environments, fostering trust and strong relationships with senior leaders and high-profile external partners.

More specifically you will need:

- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience supporting an executive leader; or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training, and experience.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
- High level organisational skills with proven ability to deal with multiple tasks, establish priorities and meet deadlines along with a demonstrated proactive approach to problem‑solving and strong decision‑making capability.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to negotiate and liaise effectively with all levels of staff and external stakeholders.
- Advanced level of computer literacy, working with a range of computer systems and applications including Outlook and MS Teams.
- Demonstrated experience supporting projects and initiatives, monitoring, and delivering projects within agreed timeframes.
- Superior time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.

For further information on the role and accountabilities, please refer to the position description found on Jobs@UNSW.

How to Apply: Please submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job before Monday 16 th Nov 2025, 11:55pm.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:

- Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading paymentsand salary sacrifice.
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

Job queries contact: Kim Symons, Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: k.symons@unsw.edu.au (applications to the address cannot be accepted, please apply online)

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

Advertised: 04 Nov 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Nov 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Apply now for a career at UNSW to grow in an environment that values and uplifts you.

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