Executive Assistant

Are you a commercially astute, highly organised, and proactive Executive Assistant looking to make a significant impact within Australia's leading media organisation? News Australia is seeking a dynamic individual to provide dedicated, high-level support to two pivotal business leaders: our General Manager, Client Delivery, Ad Tech and Programmatic, and General Manager Digital, within our Client Partnerships team.

This is a unique opportunity to embed yourself within a critical commercial function, collaborating within a supportive national team to ensure seamless operations and contribute directly to the organisation's influential media initiatives. You will be instrumental in enabling our General Managers to drive client success and strategic growth, operating at the forefront of media innovation.

This role is based in either our Surry Hills, Sydney, or Southbank, Melbourne

offices.

What is the role?

• Provide comprehensive administrative and day-to-day support to both General Managers within the News Australia Client Partnerships team.
• Expertly manage complex diaries, prioritise meetings and calls, coordinate event invitations, and meticulously arrange all travel requirements.
• Proactively gather and prepare essential documents and correspondence to ensure General Managers are fully equipped for all engagements.
• Support the Client Partnerships team with the organisation and planning of local events and team-building activities, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Ensure regular and effective meetings are scheduled with direct reports and other key business relationships, facilitating strong partnerships.
• Carry out day-to-day ad hoc tasks, such as managing office and software supplies, rewards programs, and maintaining accurate records databases, to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Manage financial approval requests, department purchase orders, and invoices, meticulously tracking against budgets.

Who are you?

• Demonstrated experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leaders in a fast-paced, commercially-driven environment.
• Previous experience within the media sector is highly preferred, offering valuable context to the role.
• Detail-oriented with outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, capable of conveying information clearly and concisely.
• Possess a proactive approach to problem-solving, strong decision-making capabilities, and a proven ability to show initiative.
• Able to work effectively to tight deadlines, expertly juggle multiple priorities, and thrive in a busy, collaborative work environment.
• Solid administrative and computer skills, with strong proficiency across Google Suite and MS Office.

News Benefits

News Benefits is our way of saying thank you to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities. Thanking them for the great things they do daily, for the greater good of Australia. Our benefits include:

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Helping you grow - Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion - focused education series) and recognition
• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money
• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services
• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities.
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents' rooms

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia's most impactful media group, we're even prouder of what we stand for. Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia.

With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, News Australia is trusted by over 18 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek.

Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.

In February 2025, News Australia's National Client Partnerships Team was named Sales Team of the Year at the 2024 AdNews Agency of the Year Awards. This prestigious award is testament to the dedication, passion, and innovation that drive our talented team of Client Partnership professionals.

What's next?

Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. Our people make us unique and we all have a story. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole-selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, or would like to outline which pronouns you prefer, please feel free to let us know.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know. For more information regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NewsCorp Australia please visit under the DEI section.