Executive Assistant

Company Description

Job Description

This is a 12-month contract opportunity

KPMG Australia is part of a global network and is one of the most trusted and respected professional services firms. Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose we help our clients solve complex challenges, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow. We are looking for talented people who share our purpose of inspiring confidence and empowering change for our clients, our people and our communities.

About you

Are you a people person who loves variety and can keep pace with a busy diary and office? The role would suit an EA with experience providing a range of administrative support services. This is a challenging and dynamic position which requires energy and passion for the work.

Your Opportunity:

We are looking for someone to join our team in our Melbourne office on a full time basis. As a key interface for the team both within the firm and with our clients, you will cultivate collaborative relationships and provide an exceptional level of service.

About this dynamic and integral role

• You will be joining the Tax & Legal Leadership Support Team and collaborate with the administration network nationally
• Providing dedicated administrative support and diary management to Partners onsite and virtually
• Organising meetings and events both internally and externally
• Providing administrative support for business development initiatives and engagements both on a local and national level
• Offer recruitment administrative support and assist with onboarding/exiting employees
• Maintaining the CRM database and running CRM reports as and when required
• Working autonomously and managing highly confidential information
• Coordination of domestic and international travel
• Managing strong professional relationships to senior internal and external stakeholders and their EA's
• Coordinating team training and the adoption of new technologies

How are you Extraordinary

You will bring a combination of the following skills and experience:

• 4 years of experience in an administrative or Executive Assistant position
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to liaise at executive levels
• Strong understanding of stakeholder priorities to aid in effective diary and meeting management
• A strong sense of accountability, proactivity and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes
• Outstanding organisational skills, a strong ability to prioritise competing demands and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Experience in operational management and reporting, including timesheets, expense claims, and financial management reports
• Intermediate to high level skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word and PowerPoint, with other technical skills also considered favourably

What we offer you

KPMG are proud to be one of the first organisations in the country to be certified as a family friendly workplace along with several of Australia's biggest employers. Being certified recognises us as a workplace that supports families in all areas such as parental leave, family wellbeing and flexible working. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities.

KPMG has a decade-long, proud commitment to Indigenous Australia, as demonstrated by the achievement of an Elevate level Reconciliation Action Plan. We are consistently recognised as an employer of choice for women, and our inclusive culture promotes the development of our people irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability.

We believe that our business plays a distinct and vital role in helping solve important social and environmental issues; and use our unique skills and expertise to help create positive and lasting impacts for our communities.

We offer rewarding careers for outstanding professionals, ongoing learning and development opportunities, a collaborative and inclusive culture, and flexible and agile work practices that focus on our people's wellbeing to drive innovation and entrepreneurship.

Qualifications

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth.

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who've got your back. You'll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you'll take control over how you work. We're embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

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