Executive Assistant

Premier's Department

Executive Assistant

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Ongoing Clerk Grade 7/8 opportunity, based in Mascot NSW
• Join the Truth and Healing team within Aboriginal Affairs supporting the Executive team

About the Role
You will join our Truth and Healing team within the Aboriginal Affairs Group. The Truth & Healing Branch is entrusted with delivering some of the NSW Government's most important commitments under Treaty, OCHRE and Unfinished Business. Their work is guided by the voices of survivors and Aboriginal communities and is underpinned by principles of co-design, cultural safety, and truth-telling. The Executive Assistant provides a range of executive, secretarial and administrative support services across a range of complex issues to support the Senior Executive/s achievement of Aboriginal Affairs objectives.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

•  Executive Support & Prioritisation: Demonstrated ability to act as a trusted point of contact for senior executives, exercising sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality to manage competing priorities and optimise executive time.
•  Diary & Meeting Coordination: Proven experience in managing complex calendars, coordinating travel and meetings, and maintaining accurate records to support the smooth operation of executive functions.
•  High-Level Communication: Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare, review, and coordinate high-quality documents such as briefing notes, submissions, and correspondence in response to sensitive and complex issues.
•  Resilience & Adaptability: Ability to manage high workloads and shifting priorities under pressure, while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and a commitment to quality.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Monday 10 November 2025, 9:59am

Salary: Classification Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($113,574- $125,720) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Jodie Stewart, A/Director Truth and Healing

About the Premier's Department - Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government
The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at , or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this targeted role and greater consideration will be given to their applications, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. This is in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must confirm their Aboriginality in addition to the essential requirements of the role.