Executive Assistant

• Work closely with a senior leader, influencing strategic initiatives and decision-making.
• Play a key role in coordinating projects and improving operational efficiency across multiple sites.
• Be part of a dynamic, values-driven organisation making a real impact in education.

Provide high-level executive support while driving strategic impact across a dynamic, multi-site education portfolio.

About the company

Our client is a large education-focused organisation responsible for the leadership and management of a network of schools educating over 20,000 students across primary, secondary, K–12, and flexible learning centres. The organisation is committed to excellence in learning, innovation, and providing meaningful community impact.

The Executive Assistant will operate within a collaborative, values-driven environment, supporting senior leadership to deliver strategic priorities and system-wide initiatives across multiple campuses and teams.

About the opportunity

This is a high-profile, trusted role providing executive-level support to the Director. You will act as a professional gatekeeper, managing competing priorities, facilitating smooth operations, and ensuring governance and reporting obligations are met. You will coordinate projects, prepare reports, and support operational and strategic initiatives across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level executive and administrative support, including diary management, travel coordination, correspondence, and meeting preparation.
• Prepare board papers, committee documentation, briefings, and reports to a professional standard.
• Act as the first point of contact for the Director, exercising discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Support system-wide improvement initiatives, track project deliverables, and streamline processes to enhance operational efficiency.
• Collate, analyse, and prepare data, reports, and briefings to inform executive decision-making.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring professional and effective communication.
• Implement and maintain office systems, digital records, and compliance processes.

About you

• Proven experience providing high-level executive support in a complex organisation.
• Exceptional organisational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships across multiple levels.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Advanced ICT skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), SharePoint, and other business systems.
• Relevant qualifications (Certificate IV or Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent experience).
• Current Class C driver's licence.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting senior leadership in an education or multi-site environment.
• Proven ability to implement and improve administrative systems and processes.

Why Join:

• Play a pivotal role supporting a senior executive in a dynamic education portfolio.
• Be part of an organisation committed to operational excellence and strategic impact.
• Opportunity to work collaboratively across multiple teams and campuses, influencing decision-making.
• Competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities.

How to apply

If you are a highly organised, proactive professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and wants to make a meaningful impact across a strategic education portfolio, we want to hear from you

To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, please contact Louise Mann today on or for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.

Applications Close date: Friday 31st October, 2025

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