EA to Group Executive, Chief Human Resources Officer

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant with a genuine passion for agriculture to support our Group Executive, Chief Human Resources Officer, and Corporate Affairs (CHRO). This pivotal role offers the opportunity to provide high-level secretarial and administrative support, coordinate key meetings and reports, and represent the CHRO at various functions. Based in our Sydney, Darling Park office with a hybrid work arrangement (three days in-office), you'll bring proven experience supporting C-suite leaders—ideally within Financial Services or Human Resources—and demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, communication, and time management skills in delivering outstanding service to Board Directors, Executives, and senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the schedule for both the Chief Human Resource Officer and General Manager, Human Resources Australia, including diary and appointment management.
• Coordinate meetings, events, and functions, ensuring professional preparation of agendas and business papers.
• Represent the Chief Human Resource Officer by welcoming visitors, managing correspondence, and responding to inquiries.
• Arrange corporate travel and meetings, including developing itineraries and booking accommodations.
• Assist with the delivery and closure of actions for the Board and relevant Committees.
• Process and reconcile expense accounts and invoices for the Chief Human Resource Officer and Management team members.
• Maintain an effective filing and document management system.
• Contribute to departmental communication by preparing and editing articles, designing presentations, and distributing information.
• Support key Human Resource team members by advising on historical precedents and serving as a liaison between employees and the Chief Human Resource Officer.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• 10+ years of experience in an Executive Assistant role, providing senior-level support.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, MS Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail and ability to deliver to deadlines.
• Diploma in Business Administration, Event Management, or a relevant discipline.

What we're proud to offer you:

• is our hybrid way of working at Rabobank and for Australia, that means we have a blend of time working between the office and home.
• Wellbeing leave. These 2 extra leave days support greater work/life balance and is just another way we are helping our employees to lead happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.
• Education Assistance Program. Rabobank values the development of its people and has a great Education Assistance Program to assist with professional development.
• Parental Leave that supports you and your family while giving you the freedom and flexibility to enjoy this special time (up-to 14 weeks paid leave)
• Bonus and Additional Leave. We realise sometimes 4 weeks Annual Leave isn't enough At Rabobank we provide an incentive for eligible employees to receive 1 extra week Annual Leave and an option to purchase another 2 weeks Annual Leave.
• Extra Insurance. Rabobank recognises that employees need to protect their financial wellbeing, in the event of serious illness, injury, or even death. Rabobank provides eligible permanent employees with employer-funded Death, TPD and Income Protection Insurance.
• Rabo Workplace Giving program. As part of Rabobank's global Corporate Social Responsibility, Workplace Giving aims to encourage employees to contribute to our community. Rabo Workplace Giving program matches employee donations to selected Social Partners.

Our Values
Rabobank Australia values inclusion, belonging, and positive experiences for all. Our work environment, our benefits, and the way we live our values, "Client Driven", "Responsible", "Professional" and "Cooperative" make it a great place to work. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Please let our Talent Acquisition team know if you need any accommodations to make our opportunities more accessible to you.
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