Aps5 Executive Assistant

2 weeks ago


Sydney, Australia Federal Government Full time

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic, confident, and highly motivated Executive Assistant with exceptional organisation skills and a flair for communication. Our client is a Department of the Australian Federal Government and is looking for an outstanding Executive Assistant to join their team on a temporary non-ongoing basis. This role offers the opportunity to shine in a fast-paced environment, working closely with senior executives and making a difference in the lives of Australians. As an Executive Assistant, you'll provide professional support to senior executives, acting as a key problem solver and delivering a great client experience through every interaction.

**Estimated Start Date**: ASAP

**Initial Contract**: 12-Months with 3 months probation | Non-ongoing, Contract

**Location**: Sydney CBD

**Working Arrangements**: Hybrid working arrangements available

**Security Clearance**: Pre-engagement check | Must be Australian Citizen

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic, confident, and highly motivated Executive Assistant with exceptional organisation skills and a flair for communication. Our client is a Department of the Australian Federal Government and is looking for an outstanding Executive Assistant to join their team on a temporary non-ongoing basis. This role offers the opportunity to shine in a fast-paced environment, working closely with senior executives and making a difference in the lives of Australians. As an Executive Assistant, you'll provide professional support to senior executives, acting as a key problem solver and delivering a great client experience through every interaction.

**What you'll do**:
As an Executive Assistant, you will be at the heart of operations, providing professional support to senior executives. This role is an opportunity to sink your teeth into a fast-paced and dynamic environment, gaining exposure to the activities of a Federal Government Department. You will engage in typical executive assistant activities whilst also mentoring junior executive assistants. Your ability to build rapport and deliver a great client experience through every interaction will be highly valued.
- Use your experience and judgement to escalate urgent matters
- Track priority work and ensure deadlines are met
- Manage the flow of correspondence and documents
- Provide end-to-end secretariat services
- Organise travel and related logistics
- Coordinate input and prepare correspondence
- Support and mentor other Executive Assistants in your business line

**What you bring**:

- Recent experience working as an Executive Assistant in a high volume and complex environment
- Ability to proactively anticipate the needs of the Executive
- Prioritises and responds to competing and often urgent requests in a professional manner
- Communicates messages clearly, concisely and articulately tailored to suit the audience
- Confident use of digital systems and tools such as Microsoft suite and online collaboration tools
- Displays discretion and handles confidential information appropriately

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic, confident, and highly motivated Executive Assistant with exceptional organisation skills and a flair for communication. Our client is a Department of the Australian Federal Government and is looking for an outstanding Executive...



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