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Executive Assistant

Job Title: Executive Assistant
Contract Type: Permanent Recruitment
Location: Newcastle
Specialisation:
Reference: 892266
Contact Name: Louise Mann
Contact Email: louisem@peoplefusion.com.au
Job Published: August 23, 2024 17:00

Job Description

  • Opportunity to support a leading professional in their field

  • Enjoy benefits like a fitness passport and a CBD office with harbour views!

  • Work with a supportive team of professionals

Our client, a distinguished accounting and business advisory firm with over 30 years of success, which was recently named a finalist in the ‘Firm of the Year Awards’ by the Australian Accountant Awards. Their team provides a range of services including business advisory, taxation, corporate assurance, wealth management, and employee benefits.

About the opportunity

Supporting a Senior Partner, we are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant known for their highly effective ability to always be one step ahead and foresee how you can add the most value. In this role, you will act as an extension of the Partner by providing high level administrative support to ensure their day runs smoothly.

Key responsibilities:

  • Proactively manage the Partners workflow, ensuring deadlines are met as well as diary and email management.

  • Coordinate weekly and monthly meetings, including preparing agendas, collating information, and distributing action lists.

  • Act as an extension of the Partner; having a constant finger on the pulse to ensure effective operations.

  • Preparation and presentation of correspondence, spreadsheets and analysis on specific projects as required.

  • Liaise with stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery to the client (internal or external).

  • Coordinating and booking travel and accommodation as required.

  • Assist in the organisation of events.

  • Assist with billings process as required.

The benefits

  • Regular opportunities for learning & development

  • Competitive salary package on offer as well as opportunities for 6 monthly reviews

  • Enjoy a fitness passport

  • Regular social events!

  • Novated leasing

  • Mentoring Program available and career progression

About you

This role goes beyond diary management and therefore, we are seeking a highly dedicated support professional who excels at making a tangible difference. You will build a strong connection with the person you support, developing a seamless working rhythm that allows you to anticipate their needs before they even have to ask.

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant (or similar role).

  • Experience in professional services, ideally within accounting, legal, or client service-based industries.

  • Ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.

  • Consider yourself to have good judgment with the ability to see the bigger picture.

  • Demonstrated highly developed organisational and time management skills.

  • Possess outstanding communication skills both written and verbal.

  • Experienced in multitasking with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively

  • Agile and adaptable with a willingness to take on additional responsibilities and learn new skills as the workplace evolves.

How to apply

To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, please contact Louise Mann on 02 4927 2024 lousiem@peoplefusion.com.au for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.

At peoplefusion we don’t just accept diversity and inclusion —we celebrate it! We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance with your application please don’t hesitate to contact us.