Executive Assistant

Stamford Plaza Melbourne is seeking a passionate and dedicated Executive Assistant to play a pivotal role in supporting our dynamic leadership team.

• Permanent full time position

About Stamford Hotels and Resorts:

Stamford Hotels and Resorts, a part of the Stamford Group, manages the Group's portfolio of luxury premium hotels located in Australia. The hotel portfolio consists of nearly 1800 rooms and over 1000 employees. In addition to the hotels, the Stamford Group owns a portfolio of premium commercial office properties internationally and is involved in the development of high-end luxury residential units in Australia.

At Stamford Hotels and Resorts, we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We strive to retain, develop and reward passionate and success-orientated professionals at all levels. In our pursuit for excellence, we encourage entrepreneurial thinking, challenge the status quo and inculcate a sense of ownership while fostering an environment of transparency, collaboration, respect and integrity among our employees, business partners and the larger community.

About the Role:

Stamford Plaza Melbourne is located in Little Collins Street Melbourne CBD close to conveniently accessible by public transport and less than five minutes away from Bourke Street Mall.

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and detail oriented Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the VP of Operations, Deputy General Manager and other senior leaders.

This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth day to day operations and enabling you to focus on strategic priorities.

You will be a self starter with exceptional communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

You'll be trusted with sensitive information, complex scheduling, and critical projects playing a key role in optimising time, workflows, and communication.

Key Responsibilities:

Roles will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage calendars, including scheduling meetings and calls.
• Organise and prepare for meetings, including gathering documents and attending to logistics of meeting, including minutes taking and circulation
• Draft, review and send communications on behalf of senior management.
• Preparation of correspondence, letters, reports, agendas and presentations.
• Report collation and presentation development.
• Compile market research information (e.g. gathering industry information)
• Organise events such as workshops or conferences
• Coordinate hotel travel arrangements for arriving VIPs along with internal executive team
• Supporting strategic initiatives and special projects by coordinating timelines, deliverables, and stakeholders
• Serving as a trusted point of contact between the executive and internal/external parties
• Maintaining strict confidentiality and exercising sound judgment in sensitive situations
• Ad hoc administrative duties as required

About You:

You are a highly organized, proactive, and adaptable professional with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar Executive Assistant or high level administrative position. A background in hotel or hospitality is highly desirable.

You anticipate needs before they arise, communicate with clarity and discretion, and take pride in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. You're comfortable managing multiple priorities, staying calm under pressure, and supporting a busy executive with confidence and professionalism.

You're known for your attention to detail, proactive mindset, and ability to maintain confidentiality. You take initiative, handle ambiguity with ease, and bring a high level of emotional intelligence to every interaction.

Culture & Benefits:

At Stamford Plaza Melbourne, we take pride in living The Stamford Way our shared commitment to excellence, teamwork, and integrity in everything we do.

Guided by our CREDO values Can-do attitude, Recognition and respect, Eye for detail, Discipline, andOwnershipwe foster a collaborative, high-performance culture where people are empowered to take initiative, grow professionally, and contribute meaningfully.

We believe in clear communication, mutual support, and celebrating our people. While we operate in a fast-paced, service-driven environment, we never lose sight of wellbeing, inclusion, and creating a workplace where every team member feels valued, trusted, and inspired to thrive.

• Opportunity to progress within the organisation

• Supplied meals during allocated shifts

• Discounted meals and beverages

• Be apart of our Employee Referral incentives and get paid to work with a friend or previous colleague.
• Get noticed for your great work through our Rewards and Recognition program.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step? Please send your cover letter and resume showcasing your experience and why you'd be a great fit for this role.

We appreciate your interest in joining Stamford Plaza Melbourne. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

No recruitment agencies please.

Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.

We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, covered under applicable law. Interviews will be conducted concurrently with the live ad.