Executive Assistant

$92,239 to $99,875
- Fixed-term, full-time
- Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
- **Reference number: 25041a**:

- ** Term**: Fixed-term, full-time basis until 31 December 2025
- ** Remuneration**: $109,157 to $118,193 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $92,239 to $99,875 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- ** Location**: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)

**Who are we looking for?**
We are seeking a Executive Assistant to join Wellbeing Strategy, People Services, Administrative Division.

The Executive Assistant provides high level secretarial and executive assistant support to the Vice-President People and Chief People Officer. The principal duties of this position include preparing, revising and completing correspondence and communications in support of the People Services Portfolio. In addition, the position monitors and amends daily schedules, travel arrangements, and other general office management duties.

We're offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT's commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

**About us**

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The People Services Portfolio provides a range of high quality services designed to enrich the staff and student experience at QUT. Services provided by the Portfolio span across the entire student and staff life cycle. In addition, the Portfolio provides advice and leadership to the university on a broad range of student and staff matters, including social justice and public policy. The Portfolio consists of a range of departments and areas that support non-academic student-focused services and/or our staff. It also has strong links to the rest of the Division and all parts of the University. The Portfolio aspires to be a collaborative, distinctive and innovative portfolio that makes a real and positive difference. The Portfolio is focused on delivering services to support the university's commitment to an exceptional student and staff experience, leading to positive outcomes in student success, retention and completion. This includes developing a campus culture which is inclusive, safe, and respectful for all students and staff..

**What you need to succeed**
- Education, training and/or experience equivalent to a degree with subsequent relevant experience in an executive support role.
- Demonstrated digital literacy skills including the ability to effectively work with the Microsoft suite of products as well as corporate systems and other information sources to extract and interpret data.
- Proven ability to manage time and high
- volume tasks efficiently, as well as respond positively to unexpected challenges at short notice.
- Demonstrated written communication skills that will enable the appointee to accurately and professionally prepare a wide range of correspondence with a high degree of accuracy.
- High level interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to work productively with colleagues and consult and liaise with a wide range of stakeholders from culturally diverse backgrounds in a professional manner.
- Ability to handle and monitor sensitive information within a confidential environment.

**Life at QUT**

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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**Belong at QUT**

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous