Executive Assistant

Company description:

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. For more information about the Department of Education, please visit

Job description:

• Full-time and ongoing employment opportunity in a vibrant and supportive team
• Based in Parramatta CBD with flexible working arrangements available
• Remuneration of $99,938 - $110,271 plus super & leave loading

About the Department of Education

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners - from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

About the Legal Services Directorate

The Legal Services Directorate supports schools and corporate offices to navigate the law to put students at the centre of decision-making. Our high-performing Directorate works collaboratively across the department to deliver critical legal advice and representation. We are a trusted and credible partner, delivering excellent service and promoting community confidence in public education. Our legal support builds organisational capabilities so that every student, every teacher, every leader and every school can improve, every year

About the role

The Executive Assistant provides high level confidential executive, administrative and project management support to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsels. The Executive Assistant also provides professional customer service to internal and external stakeholders and respond to enquiries and resolves issues in a prompt and professional way, where possible, and exercises sound judgement in deciding which matters require the Executive Director's attention and which matters can be delegated to other Senior Officers.

About you

To be successful, the candidate will need to have:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills to manage diaries, meetings, records, and logistics efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, adaptability, and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and experience with databases and scheduling tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with stakeholders, prepare correspondence, and provide administrative guidance.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks including minute-taking, action tracking, and supporting consistent, high-quality service delivery.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and processes for purchasing, payments, record keeping, and continuous improvement in administrative support.
• Experience in a legal team/firm would be highly desirable with a demonstrated understanding of legal concepts, documents and procedures.
• Experience in a school would be highly desirable.

For further information please view the role description.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including - hybrid/work from home arrangements.
• 35 hour working week
• Competitive salary, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

Essential requirements of the role

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Key knowledge and experience

• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

How to apply

Please attach your resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) explaining why you would be a great fit for this role including areas of relevant experience.

Please refer to the Applicant's Guide to Applying to assist you with your application. If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking 'Apply Now'.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.

Closing date: Sunday 23 November 2025 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Sarah Hargans, General Counsel at and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Alexis Katombe at

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.